Recreation Officer - Penetanguishene, Canada - Ministry of the Solicitor General

Ministry of the Solicitor General

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Penetanguishene, Canada

1 week ago

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Description

Consider a rewarding career in correctional services and join us in making a difference in the lives of individuals in custody and in keeping our communities safe.

As a Recreation Officer at the Central North Correctional Centre, you will contribute to the development, implementation, and evaluation of a balanced (physical, social, cultural, educational) recreation program for inmates with diverse needs and security requirements.

Effective January 1st, 2024 the salary range for this position is $32.16 to $39.85 per hour in compliance with OPSEU Correctional Bargaining Unit collective agreement provisions.

The new rates, effective retroactive to January 1, 2024, were recently confirmed and dates for implementation of the new salary rates are still to be determined.

OPS Commitment to Diversity, Inclusion, Accessibility, and Anti-Racism: We are committed to build a workforce that reflects the communities we serve and to promote a diverse, anti-racist, inclusive, accessible, merit-based, respectful and equitable workplace.

Visit the
OPS Anti-Racism Policy and the
OPS Diversity and Inclusion Blueprint pages to learn more about the OPS commitment to advance racial equity, accessibility, diversity, and inclusion in the public service.

We offer employment accommodation across the recruitment process and all aspects of employment consistent with the requirements of Ontario's
Human Rights Code.

Refer to the "How to apply" section if you require a disability-related accommodation.

What can I expect to do in this role?:

Participate in the planning, design, implementation and facilitation of institutional recreation programs and special events
Recommend changes to improve existing programs and events
Provide instruction including lectures, discussions, and demonstrations in recreational activities
Arrange for facilities, equipment, and materials required for recreational activities
Ensure security, control, and safety standards are maintained while organizing, coordinating, leading and implementing individual or group recreational activities
Prepare incident/occurrence, accident and injury, and other reports
Perform other duties, as required

How do I qualify?:

Mandatory:

You have current First Aid and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Heartsaver certificates OR you are willing and able to obtain certification upon hire

Specialized Knowledge and Experience:

You have experience facilitating a variety of recreational programs including instructing and guiding participants in physical, social, cultural and/or education recreation activities
You have training and knowledge in kinesiology, physical education, or recreation leadership
You have understanding of the correctional system and environment in order to design and plan recreational programs and activities to meet the needs of inmates

Communication, Facilitation, and Supervisory Skills:

You have interpersonal and influencing skills to encourage inmates to participate in scheduled recreational activities as well as effectively provide program information and instruction
You have knowledge of verbal diffusing techniques in order to handle behavioural problems and altercations
You have demonstrated supervisory skills as well as knowledge of motivational and counselling techniques
You have writing skills and proficiency with computer software to prepare routine reports and activity schedules

Analytical and Evaluation Skills:

You can participate in the design and implementation of recreation program content, including the selection of required equipment/material
You have planning skills to ensure resources and facilities are available for recreational activities
You have arithmetic skills to maintain accurate offender counts and equipment inventory

Additional Information:

Address:

1 English Temporary, duration up to 12 months, 1501 Fuller Ave, Penetanguishene, Central Region, Vulnerable Sector Check, Credit History Check, Local Police Databases Search, PIP/NICHE/RMS
1 English Temporary, duration up to 17 months, 1501 Fuller Ave, Penetanguishene, Central Region, Vulnerable Sector Check, Credit History Check, Local Police Databases Search, PIP/NICHE/RMS

Compensation Group:

Ontario Public Service Employees Union
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Schedule:

4.7
Category:
Corrections and Enforcement
Posted on:
Tuesday, March 12, 2024
Note:

Required security screening checks along with your written consent, will be sent to the Transition and Security Office (TSO), Corporate Talent Programs Branch, Talent and Leadership Division to evaluate the results.

If applicable, the TSO, with your written consent, will request and obtain any additional employment screening checks that were not obtained directly by you.

A record under the Criminal Code and/or other federal offence record(s) does not automatically mean you will be ineligible for the position