Summer Inclusion Coordinator
Job in
Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada
Listing for:
Halifax Regional Municipality
Seasonal/Temporary
position
Listed on 2026-02-15
Job specializations:
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Education / Teaching
Summer Seasonal
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Healthcare
Job Description & How to Apply Below
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Summer Inclusion Coordinator
Job Posting
Halifax Regional Municipality is inviting applications for the casual position of Summer Inclusion Coordinator in Parks and Recreation.
Halifax Regional Municipality (HRM) is committed to reflecting the community it serves and recognizing Diversity and Inclusion as one of the Municipality’s core values. We have an Employment Equity Policy and we welcome applications from African Nova Scotians and Other Racially Visible Persons, Women in occupations or positions where they are underrepresented in the workforce, Indigenous/Aboriginal People, Persons with Disabilities and 2
SLGBTQ+ Persons. Applicants are encouraged to self-identify on their electronic application.
This position is responsible for collaborating with the Community Recreation Coordinators and Inclusion and Accessible Specialist in the areas of training, developing and implementing in the delivery of inclusive recreation programs during the summer months. In collaboration with the Summer Manager responsible for coaching and assisting summer staff in the areas of implementing behavior management strategies, providing personal care and the development of inclusive program modification to support inclusive programming.
This position may work geographically and must be willing to travel between recreation centers throughout the summer.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITES:
Assist Community Recreation Coordinator and Inclusion and Accessibility Specialist in establishing program capacity based on approved program resourcesComplete in-take interviews with participants and their families/guardians and liaises with families, caregivers and health professionals throughout the program.Ensure that intakes and other relevant documentation are complete and shared with staff.Develop and implements individualized plans to support inclusive participation when necessary (ie: picture boards, social stories, PECs program, transition schedules and behavior modification strategies)Maintain appropriate documentation in relation to providing inclusion supports.Coaches and models' positive strategies with all staff to support the successful delivery of programming for children and youth with Autism/ASD, behavioral challenges and cognitive disabilities.Assist in developing individual inclusion plans based on specific needs, abilities and interest all with staff.Ensure that all strategies, which are implemented, are compatible with all HRM programs/policies.Provides continual evaluation of each participant and provides supports when needed.Assist in the development and implementation of inclusion training for all Summer Recreation Staff.Provides therapeutic intervention in crisis situation using Crisis Intervention or Therapeutic Intervention, and or NVCI strategies and in cooperation with CRC and Summer Managers, Coordinates and/or provides for effective first response during incidents/emergencies; activates secondary, tertiary emergency response in a timely manner.QUALIFICATIONS:
Education and Experience:
Minimum completion of one year of undergraduate university degree or college diploma in a relevant field of study such as Therapeutic recreation, Child and Youth Studies, Psychology, Education Social Work, School of Communication. Disorders, Kinesiology- and/or equivalent level of training working with children and youth with a disability.Minimum 2-3 years related experience working with individuals of various ages and disabilities.Experience mentoring and/or coaching of staff and volunteer an assetPrevious training and/or experience in implementing behavioral management strategies.Previous Training and/or experience providing personal care.Valid certification in CPR/First Aid (CSA Basic) and NVCI (can be provided by employer)Valid Driver's License and access to a vehicle.Technical/Job Specific Knowledge & Abilities:Must have demonstrated interest and knowledge of working with individuals who require additional support.Must have a good knowledge of inclusion strategies, adapting activities, behavior management and community resources.Must also have the ability to develop and access a variety of resources and a working…
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