The incumbent will be responsible for enforcing rules and regulations of recreational facilities in order to maintain discipline and ensure safety. Responsibilities will include organizing, leading and promoting interest in recreational activities such as arts, crafts, sports, games and hobbies etc.

Service Responsibilities

• The incumbent will promote positive and supportive attitudes toward youth who are experiencing homelessness
• Work alongside community members and residential clients in all facets of drop-in services
• Help facilitate good relationships between with all clients and community member/project staff
• Help nurture and support a positive environment for all clients and staff

Organizational Responsibilities

• The incumbent will adhere to standards that are consistent with the values & philosophy of The Salvation Army and Sutton Youth Services
• Participate fully and constructively in staff meetings and in service training
• Engage in weekly supervision sessions with supervisor throughout the summer work season
• Ensure a working knowledge of, and follow the Policy & Procedures Manual and the Employees Handbook
• Become familiar with the provision of the position description & operations manual, which will be provided for each job position
• As required and is applicable, make suggestions that will improve efficiency, working conditions or procedures to management; and represent the organization in a professional manner

Program Responsibilities

• Enforce rules and regulations of recreational facilities in order to maintain discipline and ensure safety
• Organize, lead, and promote interest in recreational activities such as arts, crafts, sports, games and hobbies
• Manage the daily operations of recreational facilities
• Administer first aid according to prescribed procedures, and notify emergency medical personnel when necessary
• Greet new arrivals to activities, introducing them to other participants, explaining facility rules, and encouraging their participation
• Explain principles, techniques, and safety procedures to participants in recreational activities, and demonstrate use of materials and equipment
• Evaluate recreation areas, facilities, and services in order to determine if they are producing desired results
• Ascertain and interpret group interests, evaluate equipment and facilities, and adapt activities to meet participant needs
• Engage in rapport-building conversations and activities with clients where applicable
• Manage regular sign-in/attendance sheets and database
• Fulfill statistics inputting in program tracking database regularly, as necessary
• Ensure that Health and Safety standards are met or surpassed in all operations
• Guest on JHSC summer meetings to ask or share about any Health and Safety questions/concerns
• Attend regular supervision meetings
• Perform program statistics as assigned
• Act as an advocate and be a positive role model for residential client participants as well as youth in the community
• Develop effective working relationships and partnerships with community members, representatives of other departments, agencies and co-workers
• Maintain documentation and filing and other administration duties as required
• Represent the Salvation Army and this project at community meetings
• Perform any other related duties as requested by supervisor

Reporting

• Create and maintain list of reports required for health and safety compliance purposes
• Support external reporting requests as needed

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• This is a temporary full time position (8 weeks) based on 35 hours per week
• Drop In area /office, etc.
• May require to work in the community

• This position is funded through the Canada Summer Jobs Program and the following represents the applicant criteria:
  • Is between 15 and 30 years of age (inclusive) at the start of the employment.
  • Is a Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or person on whom refugee protection has been conferred under the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act*: and,
  • Is legally entitled to work according to the relevant provincial / territorial legislation and regulations.
  • International students are not eligible. Recent immigrants are eligible if they are a Canadian Citizen or a permanent resident.

• Current College or university student in a related field, such as SSW, CYW, BSW, etc.
• Current WHMIS, First Aid/CPR, Non-Violent Crisis Intervention Training is preferred
• Valid Ontario Class “G” Driver’s License and a current copy of a Driver’s abstract for review and verification that is satisfactory to The Salvation Army, in its sole discretion, is preferred

EXPERIENCE AND KNOWLEDGE:

• Experience in working with youth in a mentorship capacity is preferential.
• Knowledge and understanding of, and a commitment to anti-racism and anti-oppression

SKILLS AND CAPABILITIES:

• Be available for full 8 weeks of program
• Strong problem solving skills
• Excellent organizational, time management, written and oral communication skills
• Computer proficiency with Microsoft Office
• Ability to work cooperatively as a team member and individually
• Ability to work within a Christian perspective
• Be caring and non-judgemental of clients-regardless of their level of ability or commitment
• Attention to detail, problem solving and analytical skills.
• Strong sense of integrity and confidentiality with professional ethics and a balanced sense of fairness and flexibility
• Participate in all training provide by the Ministry Unit
• Ability to undergo applicable screening and background checks successfully that are satisfactory to The Salvation Army, in its sole discretion (i.e., The Salvation Army Abuse Registry) and provide an original copy of a Background Check with vulnerable sector screening
• Ability and willingness to develop an understanding and support for the mission and purpose of The Salvation Army in Canada and its implications as related to position responsibilities

In support of our commitment to a healthy and safe workplace and community, The Salvation Army (TSA) has a vaccination requirement for all new employees within the Province of Ontario, Social Services sector. The successful candidate will be made an offer of employment on the condition of being fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and will be required to provide proof of full vaccination, prior to their employment start date. The requirement to be fully vaccinated is subject to provincial human rights legislation. If the candidate is unable to vaccinate for a reason protected by the Human Rights Code, a request for accommodation can be submitted and written proof satisfactory to TSA will be required.

The Salvation Army offers accommodation for applicants with disabilities in its recruitment process. If you are contacted to participate in an interview or screening process, please advise us if you require accommodation.

We thank all applicants, however, only those candidates to be interviewed will be contacted.

You must advise your managing supervisor of your intentions prior to submitting your application.