Recreation Worker 3 - New Westminster, Canada - City of New Westminster

City of New Westminster

Verified Company

New Westminster, Canada

3 weeks ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

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Description

New Westminster, British Columbia:

Number of Openings: 1

Hours per Week:
Other: hours with possibility of more with the growth of the program

Employee Group:
CUPE, Local 387

Location:

Century House: 620 Eighth Ave

Competition #: 521

Additional Details:

Seniors Services is in need of a dynamic and energetic auxiliary Seniors Leader (Recreation Worker 3) to facilitate Seniors Lounge at Queensborough Community Centre and təməsew̓txw Community Centre.

You will work closely with the Assistant Program Coordinators - Senior Services, to encourage seniors to be active and social in their community through seniors programs, works shops, and special events.

If you have some of the following characteristics and qualifications, we want to hear from you

You have completed courses in Community Recreation, Gerontology, Social Services or a related field.
You have experience or looking to gain experience engaging with seniors 50+ in a recreation environment.
You have knowledge and experience working with vulnerable populations and created inclusive safe spaces.
You possess strong leadership and conflict resolution skills with the ability to be an effective team player.
You have the ability to handle diverse situations with seniors from a variety of backgrounds.
You have a valid First Aid Level 1 certificate.
You will be required to pass and maintain a clear Police Information Check with Vulnerable Sector Check.

- _Hours of work are 3- 10 hours per week, with the possibility of more with growth of programs_

To support a workforce that reflects the diversity of our community; women, Indigenous Peoples, racialized individuals, persons of diverse sexual orientation, gender identity or expression (LGBTQ2S+), persons with disabilities, and others who may contribute to diversity of our workforce, are encouraged to express their interest._
New Westminster is on the unceded and unsurrendered land of the Halq'eméylemspeaking peoples. It is acknowledged by the City that colonialism has made invisible their histories and connections to the land._
We are learning and building relationships with the people whose lands we are on._
We thank all applicants for their interest and advise that only those selected for an interview will be contacted._
This position is only open to those legally entitled to work in Canada._

Employment Status
Auxiliary
Pay Range
$27.20 to $29.46 per hour + 12% in lieu of benefits
Closing Date **5/12/24