- Support campers that may require extra support and an individualized behavioural plan to support inclusive participation.
- Provide personal care to participants when needed
- Maintain appropriate documentation in relation to providing inclusion support.
- Assist Inclusion Coordinator in developing individual inclusion plans based on specific needs, abilities and interests all with staff.
- Ensure that all strategies, which are implemented, are compatible with all HRM programs/polices.
- Provides therapeutic intervention in crisis situation using Crisis Intervention or Therapeutic Intervention and or NVCI strategies, and supports Inclusion Coordinator to provide for effective first response during incidents/emergencies; activates secondary, tertiary emergency response in a timely manner.
- Assists to ensure a safe and secure program environment for all.
- This position will work geographically and must be willing to travel between recreation centres throughout the summer.
- Preferred qualification of minimum enrolment in an undergrad university degree or college diploma in 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 1-2 years related experience working with individuals of various ages and abilities.
- Previous training and/or experience in implementing behaviour management strategies considered an asset.
- Previous training and/or experience providing personal care considered an asset.
- Valid Driver's License and access to a vehicle.
- Valid certification in CPR/First Aid (CSA Basic) and NVCI (can be provided by the employer).
- Must have demonstrated interest and knowledge of working with individuals who require additional support. Must be able to effectively provide support to those people who have special needs and have a good knowledge of inclusion strategies, adapting activities, behaviour management and community resources. Must also have the ability to develop and access a variety of rescuers and a working knowledge of recreation program planning to meet the needs of all program participants.
Summer Specialized Inclusion Support Staff - Halifax, Canada - Halifax Regional Municipality
Description
8353BR
Summer Specialized Inclusion Support Staff
Job Posting
** Please note, this is a repost of Competition 8353BR, If you applied to the original Competition you do not need to reapply as you application has already been considered**
Halifax Regional Municipality (HRM) is inviting applications for the casual position of Summer Specialized Inclusion Support Person in Parks and Recreation . We encourage applications from African Nova Scotians, Racially Visible Persons, Women (applying for non- traditional positions), Indigenous/Aboriginal People, Persons with Disabilities and 2SLGBTQ+ Persons. Applicants are encouraged to self-identify on their electronic application.
POSITION SUMMARY
This position is responsible for assisting summer staff in the areas of implementing behaviour management strategies, providing personal care and the development of inclusive program modification to support inclusive programming. This position will work geographically and must be willing to travel between recreation centres throughout out the summer.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
QUALIFICATIONS
Education and Experience:
Technical/Job Specific
Security Clearance Requirements : Applicants may be required to complete an employment security screening check.
Please note – Testing may be conducted as a component of the selection process to assess technical and job specific knowledge. Candidates, who are selected for testing, may be tested in a group setting, scheduled at the employer's discretion.
COMPETENCIES : Communication, Customer Service, Flexibility, Initiative, Organization and Planning, Risk Management, Team Leadership, Valuing Diversity.
WORK STATUS : Casual/Seasonal; June 24th, August 23rd, 2024
HOURS OF WORK : Monday to Friday 8:30am- 4:30pm. (hours may vary depending on work location)
SALARY : Non-Union; $19.20 per hour (plus 4% vacation pay)
WORK LOCATION : Various community recreation centers within the Municipality.
CLOSING DATE : Applications will be received until 11:59 pm on Sunday, May 5th 2024.
Please note : We thank all applicants for their interest in this position. Only those applicants selected for interview/testing will be contacted.
During the recruitment process, applicants have the right to request an accommodation. Applicants invited to participate in an assessment process (such as an interview or testing) and who require accommodation, should discuss their needs with the Recruiter when invited to the assessment process.
Summer Specialized Inclusion Support Staff | Halifax Regional Municipality