Recreational Support Worker – Part-Time (Contract, Winter Session)

Recreational Support Worker – Part-Time (Contract, Winter Session)

Department: Outreach

Employment Type: Seasonal - Part Time

Location: Thornhill

Compensation: CA$19.77 / hour

Description

Reena is actively looking for Contract, Part-Time Recreational Support Workers (RSWs) to work within its Community Outreach programs. As an RSW, you would provide support to individuals with developmental disabilities.

This is a great opportunity for University/College students looking for Part-Time employment. There is potential for extensions and growth within the agency.

Role Type: Temporary Contract – Part-Time
Term: January 10, 2027, to March 7, 2027

Schedule:

• Shifts: Monday 5pm-9 PM
  Tuesday 5pm-9pm
  Wednesday 5pm-9pm
  Thursday 5pm-9pm
  Sunday 11am-5pm

 (Hours may vary depending on evening program needs.)

If you are passionate about making a difference and available for the above shifts, we encourage you to apply.

Job Responsibilities

· Design and implement recreational activities for individuals with developmental disabilities

· Reinforce social and life skills

· Participate in mandatory meetings and training

Qualifications

Requirements

• Minimum age requirement: 18 years and older.
• Possession of a valid G license preferred, but not mandatory.
• Comfortable with driving Reena's van for transportation purposes (if applicable)

Qualification

• Background related to child care, education, social work, psychology, social services, child and youth worker
•  Self-motivated and willing to learn
• Flexible and adaptive to change
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment and independently.
• Creativity, patience, and a passion for working with children and youth.

Core Competences:
- Customer Relations
- Collaboration
- Planning and organizing
- Problem solving
- Initiative
- Leadership
- Written and verbal Communication

Reena is committed to providing accessible employment practices that are in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (‘AODA’). If you require accommodation for disability during any stage of the recruitment process, please notify Human Resources.