Recreation Worker, Uncertified

Recreation Worker, Uncertified – Prairie Mountain Health

Full‑time, Entry level, Administrative role in Hospitals and Health Care.

The activity/recreation worker will develop and provide recreation programs focused on promoting the health, wellness, and recovery (physical and mental) of the clients. The activity/recreation worker will work collaboratively and independently to provide services to the clients in partnership with clients, families and interdisciplinary team members in alignment with PMH vision, mission and values.

• Grade 12 education (MB Standards)
• Current Food Handler Training Certificate Level 1 or willing to obtain within 6 months
• Experience working with the elderly, physically and/or cognitively disabled
• Other combinations of suitable education and experience may be considered
• Two (2) years recent relevant experience working directly with clients in a health care or recovery environment
• Province of Manitoba Class 5 Drivers License
• Proficiency with Microsoft programs (Outlook, Word, Excel, Access and PowerPoint), as well as Internet applications and other Information Technology
• Demonstrated organizational skills, and the ability to work independently
• Demonstrated problem solving and decision making skills
• Demonstrated flexibility to facilitate changes in techniques and procedures
• Demonstrated communication skills
• Ability to respect and promote confidentiality
• Ability to perform the duties of the position on a regular basis
• Ability to respect and promote a culturally diverse population
• Ability to work effectively and maintain positive working relationships with co‑workers, clients and within the interdisciplinary team

• Plan, organize and implement activity and recreation programs for clients and participants.
• Organize and implement group activities.
• Provide instruction for selected tasks to develop knowledge and abilities.
• Communicate information with interdisciplinary team members regarding client’s progress and revise plan as required.
• Develop and implement creative activities for individuals and groups based on client interests, needs and wishes.
• Engage with and work with external partners as appropriate for the development of activities/recreational events.
• Ensure activity/recreational events that clients participate in are client focused related to the physical and mental wellbeing of the client.
• Ensure that diagnosed or medical restrictions are followed during the activity/recreation event.
• Develop the monthly recreation/activity calendar.
• Estimate, obtain and adapt space, equipment and supplies necessary to conduct scheduled activities.
• Complete appropriate records/documentation including statistics as required.
• Maintain activity program statistics and provide monthly reports.
• Ensure a sufficient inventory of supplies are available to meet the activity program requirements by maintaining records of supplies used, and requisitioning for replacements as needed.
• Assess the potential for crisis situations and intervene to de‑escalate/defuse situations.
• Ensure equipment is used safely, stored appropriately, and maintained in good working order.
• Other duties as assigned.