PSP – Recreation Leader

WHO WE ARE

CFMWS. A job with purpose. Our 4000+ person strong organization champions a healthy, fun, creative and active lifestyle for Canadian Armed Forces members, Veterans and their families. Help us deliver a variety of recreation and fitness programs, offer family support, organize charity events and make sure our members access retail, travel and banking discounts and customized financial services. At Canadian Forces Morale and Welfare Services (CFMWS), we love what we do. And we live it too.

THE ROLE

Fitness, sports, recreation and health promotion programs are delivered by PSP on Bases, Wings and Units across Canada and in deployed operations. PSP delivers evidence-based programs, which contribute to the health and well-being of the military community and operational effectiveness of the CAF.

Imagine spending your time with a group of great kids; playing video games, sports, doing arts and crafts – and – getting paid for it! Let your inner kid come out, you’ll never be bored as recreation leader.

We are looking for Recreation Leaders who are outgoing, creative and love working with children and youth between the ages of 4 and 16. You’ll gain experience in planning and facilitating recreation programming, budgeting and ensuring the safety of all participants.

As a Recreation Leader, you will be responsible for the day-to-day operations of summer camp; implementing programs and activities, ensuring all supplies are prepared and providing oversight on campers and recreation staff.

QUALIFICATIONS NEEDED

Education, Certifications and Licenses

High school diploma (OR An acceptable combination of education, training, and experience will also be considered)

Current CPR and Basic First Aid qualifications

A valid driver’s license (Province), an asset

HIGH FIVE Principles of Healthy Child Development or HIGH FIVE Sport

HIGH FIVE Healthy Minds for Healthy Children

Experience

In working with children

In programming activities for children

In leading children in activities

In ensuring safety protocols and procedures

Competencies, Skills and Abilities

Client focus, organizational knowledge, communication, innovation, teamwork and leadership

LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS

Bilingual Essential

Reading: None

Writing: None

Oral: Functional

BENEFITS AVAILABLE

Work Life Balance: Vacation pay.

Retirement Planning: Group Savings Plans.

Learning and Development: Free second language training.

OTHER INFORMATION

Perform moderate lifting, carrying, pulling and/or pushing (i.e. more than 10 lbs/4.5 kg but less than 50 lbs/23 kg).

The successful candidate will be required to complete a Vulnerable Sector Check.

START DATE

1 March 2023

INCLUSION AND ACCOMODATION

CFMWS is committed to providing an inclusive, equitable and accessible environment, where all employees feel valued, respected and supported. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates who can help us build a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities in which we live. Accommodations are available to all candidates identifying a need during all or any parts of the selection process.