Recreation and Wellness Worker

Company: Oneida Nation of the Thames

Position: Recreation and Wellness Worker

Term: Permanent Full-Time

Department: Community Centre

Division: Community and Social Services                      

Salary: Competitive salary range

Hours: 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 8:30a.m. to 4:30p.m., flexible to align work schedule with program requirements which will include some evenings, weekends, and statutory holidays

Posting Date: November 25, 2024                                                 

Closing Date: December 6, 2024 at 4:30p.m.

JOB SUMMARY:  

The Recreation and Wellness Worker is responsible for overseeing, leading, and organizing programs and events for children and youth aged 0 to 17.

Key duties include engaging with participants to understand their needs and interests, providing guidance and direction, implementing behavior management strategies, and promoting active participation in all activities. This role ensures that programs and events foster social, physical, cognitive, and emotional development while adhering to relevant policies and procedures.

Additionally, this position is accountable for the safety, security, and well-being of all program participants.

EDUCATION:

1. Post-secondary diploma in Child and Youth Care, Recreation and Leisure Services, Social Service Work, or a related field of study.

EXPERINECE:

1. Previous employment experience in a similar capacity is considered an asset.
2. Experience monitoring and reviewing program budgets is considered an asset.
3. Workshop and/or facilitation experience, experience working with children and youth in leadership capacity, community development experience is considered an asset.

MANDATORY DOCUMENTATION WITH APPLICATION:

1. A cover letter must be included with your application addressing the qualifications outlined above.
2. Resume. 

REQUIREMENTS PRIOR TO STARTING EMPLOYMENT:

1. The successful candidate must submit a recent Vulnerable Sector Check (completed within a 30-day timeframe), at their own expense.
2. The successful candidate must submit a copy of applicable educational qualifications (certificates, diplomas, degrees, etc.).

Submit all mandatory documentation to hr.recruitment@oneida.on.ca.

• Late applications will not be accepted.
• All applications will be screened according to the above qualifications, including a full and complete application as requested.
• Only those selected for interviews will be contacted.
• A registered member of a First Nation as per Section 16(1) of the Human Rights Act, is preferred.
• Oneida Nation is committed to workplace diversity and provides accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout our hiring process. If you require accommodations, please contact Human Resources.

To request a full job profile, contact the Human Resources Department at 519-652-3244 ext. 827 or by email hr.recruitment@oneida.on.ca.