Adapted & Inclusive Programming Supervisor - Courtenay, Canada - City of Courtenay
Description
Competition Number: 23043
Job Title:
Adapted & Inclusive Programming Supervisor
Department:
Recreation, Culture & Community Services
Employment Type:
Full-Time Union
Salary:
$36.36 per hour
Posted Date:
May 19, 2023, 12:00 am
Closing Date:
June 4, 2023, 11:30 pm
Last Modified:
May 19, 2023, 9:51 am
Posting:
Open
Status:
-
Description:
The Recreation, Cultural and Community Services Department is responsible for providing quality recreation, leisure and cultural opportunities in a healthy and safe environment. The Department is comprised of the Recreation Facility Operations Division, the Recreation Programming Division, and is the liaison with the City's cultural facilities and associated organizations. The Recreation and Cultural Services Department is also responsible for the planning required for parks and recreation needs.
The
Recreation Programming Division is responsible for the provision of programs, and leisure opportunities for all age groups. The Division promotes healthy lifestyles and works with individuals and community groups in the provision of recreation services.
Our organization's culture is demonstrated by our Corporate Mission and Core Values.**
The Opportunity
The
Adapted & Inclusive Programming Supervisor will assist in identifying community recreation needs and developing services for individuals with disabilities within the Comox Valley; facilitates the planning, development and implementation of recreation programs and inclusion opportunities, activities and special events for individuals with disabilities; will establish and maintain effective working relationships and partnerships with community groups and other recreation departments; will provide a safe and supportive environment.
The Adapted & Inclusive Programming Supervisor will provide resources, education and referrals on services, accessibility and other issues relating to those with disabilities; supervises programs instructors, volunteers, summer inclusion coordinator and summer inclusions workers; assists in the preparation and maintenance of budgets and pursues grant opportunities.
- Diploma or Degree in Recreation, Special Education, Therapeutic Recreation or a related discipline from a recognized educational institution or equivalent combination of training and experience.
- Valid Class 4 Driver's License
- Current Criminal Record Clearance
- Current First Aid Emergency Level-Industry and CPR Level A & C
- Food Safe Certificate
- Minimum of 3 years' experience in working with individuals who have disabilities; must have
- Supervisory experience
- Thorough knowledge of recreation and community service needs, along with philosophies, principles and practices of community recreation program development, implementation and delivery.
- Thorough knowledge of Adaptive & Inclusive strategies for individuals with special needs
- Strong interpersonal communication, organizational, timemanagement, conflict resolution,
- Good computer skills, experience with ActiveNet or similar recreation software programs.
- Thorough knowledge of recreation marketing strategies and techniques.
- Ability to recruit, train, plan, assign and direct the work of personnel; lead, coach and motivate program instructors and volunteers in a team environment
- Ability to deal effectively with partners such as community and user groups and the general public.
- Leadership skills and ability to provide and promote positive values and recreational social benefits.
- Physical ability to lift heavy objects such as tables and equipment.
We thank all applicants for their interest, but only those short listed will be contacted.
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