Recreation Inclusion Support Facilitator

Immediate Supervisor : Manager of Therapeutic Recreation

Full-time, 1-year contract.

Alzheimer Society Southwest Partners: Oxford Site – office location: 575 Peel St. Woodstock, with programming held at site locations throughout the community.

(Some limited travel may be required within Middlesex and Elgin counties)

The Alzheimer Society Southwest Partners offers group-based recreation programs for clients living with dementia. Clients participating in recreation are typically in the early to mid-stages of the disease. These programs are designed to support clients’ overall wellbeing, using the domains of Therapeutic Recreation through a holistic lens. The Alzheimer Society Southwest Partners provides clients and care partners with the foundational knowledge, skills and awareness to support successful Therapeutic Recreation interventions both in programs and at home.

Oversee the set-up and clean-up of the group programming;

Plan, prepare and implement engaging and appropriate recreation programming for participants, using a person-centered approach;

Completed mandatory education and training such as CSS Dementia Education, GPA training sessions, and additional training as required;

Maintain inventory of supplies, purchase new materials to ensure preparedness for program implementation;

Complete administrative tasks related to intake, ongoing attendance and discharge from Therapeutic Recreation programs;

Provide in-service training to volunteers to ensure education and skills are supported for a positive experience;

Supervise and provide ongoing support to volunteers, working within Therapeutic Recreation programs.

Participation in quarterly performance management meetings and annual performance review with Manager of Therapeutic Recreation;

Other related duties as requested by the Manager of Therapeutic Recreation, Director of Programs and Services and/or CEO;

Therapeutic Recreation Degree and/or Recreation and Leisure Diploma, or, significant and relevant work experience or a combination of both;

A minimum of two years of experience facilitating recreation group programs, comprised of diverse individuals with complex needs;

Experience working with older adults, those living with Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias preferred;

Excellent observation skills and ability to assess environment and client’s functional abilities over short (a few hours) and extended (over multiple weeks) periods of time;

Experience working with volunteers an asset;

Flexibility and adaptability in relation to program planning and delivery;

Senior Fitness Instructor Certification;

Safe Food Handler’s Certificate;

Senior Fitness Instructor Certification

In office setting. General office duties, typing, filing, occasional lifting / carrying 25lbs, reaching, bending, walking, sitting, and standing. Some travel required. Occasional, limited evening and weekend work required.

The Alzheimer Society actively supports families and individuals affected by Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias. We advocate for and provide support services, education, and funding for research for those affected by Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias.

We provide community and person-centered support and education to those impacted by dementia.

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Employee assistance program

• Professional development opportunities
• Generous paid vacation time, paid sick time, personal days and birthday off paid
• Office hours: Mon - Fri, 8:30 am to 4:30 pm
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We are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive work environment, where the rights of all individuals and groups are protected and all members feel safe, respected, empowered, and valued for their contributions.

We believe that this will guide the organization toward a place of inclusion for all - where equity and access to essential supports and services becomes the reality.

We are committed to inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes in accordance with the Human Rights Code and AODA. AlzSWP welcomes those who have demonstrated a commitment to upholding the values of equity and social justice and we encourage applications from First Nations, Inuit and Métis, Indigenous Peoples of North America, Black and persons of colour, persons with disabilities, people living with dementia, care partners and those who identify as 2SLBGTQAI+.