PSP – Recreation Counsellor Special Needs – Summer Camp

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.

The Recreation Counsellor Special Needs plays an important role, providing quality leisure programs, services and facilities to our military members and their families.

We promote and encourage people with special needs to participate in a wide variety of activities offered throughout our communities. We believe that when members of the Canadian Armed Forces are able to take good care of themselves and their families, they can do better both at home and at work.

You will have an important portfolio, facilitating participation of people of varying abilities in the community activities of their choice. You will need to be a compassionate, empathetic and detail-oriented person who possess strong listening and oral communication skills to be successful in this role. Patience, a passion for helping people and being a team player are also essential attributes. You may be working with one participant or a group of children; all who need help and care to integrate and feel included. This means assisting with the development, planning and implementation of inclusive recreational activities for children with special needs and assisting with personal care and health needs in a variety of settings including at the playground, gym, pool, washroom, at lunch and on field trips. You will ensure integration of participants into recreational programs by using assistive technology and resolving accessibility issues. Each day you will make a difference in the lives of participants and will be contributing to improving the quality of life for our military.

You will ensure integration of participants into recreational programs by using assistive technology and resolving accessibility issues. Each day you will make a difference in the lives of participants and will be contributing to improving the quality of life for our military.

QUALIFICATIONS NEEDED

Education, Certifications and Licenses

Bachelor’s degree in Child Development, Physical Education, Recreation or a related field AND some years experience in a related field

OR

College diploma or certificate in Child Development, Physical Education, Recreation or a related field AND some years experience in a related field

OR

High school diploma AND several years experience in a related field

AND

Current CPR and Basic First Aid qualifications

Non-Violent Crisis Intervention training, an asset

Experience

In working with children

In programming activities for children with disabilities or special needs

In leading children in activities

In applying safety protocols and procedures

In using software for word processing, spreadsheets, presentations, databases, e-mail, and Internet browsing

Competencies, Skills and Abilities

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

LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS

Bilingual Essential

Reading: Functional

Writing: Functional

Oral: Functional

BENEFITS AVAILABLE

Work Life Balance: Vacation pay.

Retirement Planning: Group Savings Plans.

Learning and Development: Free second language training.

OTHER INFORMATION

Perform heavy lifting, carrying, pulling and/or pushing (i.e. 50 lbs/23 kg or more).

The anticipated Term of this position is June 6, 2023 – September 1, 2023.

The successful candidate will be required to complete a Vulnerable Sector Check at their own expense.

You are invited to attend one of our upcoming Job Fairs. This will be a great opportunity to connect with a CFMWS recruiter and learn more about our careers and current employment opportunities. This is your chance to bring forward any questions you might have about working for CFMWS or our positions.

When: Friday 24 February 2023 4pm-8pm and Saturday 25 February 2023 10am-2pm

Where: 330 Croil Private, Ottawa.

START DATE

6 June 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.