When applying please include competition number 2024-127-TPR-04 in the email subject line.
Duties and responsibilities:
At Partners in Mental Health and Well-being, we aim to develop and facilitate a variety of recreational, support, and social programming for youth and adults experiencing mental illness and/or struggling with their overall mental well-being. We strive to create opportunities for members of the community to develop social connections, participate in meaningful leisure activities, develop new skills, and find a support network. Social Recreation Support Workers use their skill and talents to faciliate programming in a safe and supportive environment.
Duties include:
- Facilitate Drop-In Centre programming, as scheduled and engage with individuals accessing services
- Organize and support community activities which may include volunteering opportunities and connections to other service providers
- Assist when needed with the After Hours Group including transport/set up/supervision/clean-up
- Assist or facilitate when required support groups including virtual programming
- Work as part of a team which includes Social Recreation Support Workers, Peer Support Workers, casual staff
- Monitor and report any changes in client behaviour, suggestions for new programming and ways to enhance overall service delivery to the supervisor
Qualifications:
Education:
- Diploma in the Human Services field or related experience
- Valid Class 5 Driver’s Licence, must have access to a reliable vehicle that can be used for work and transporting clients
- Valid First Aid /CPR/AED Certification, or willingness to obtain within three months
Experience:
- One year experience in related field
Skills:
- Strong interpersonal skills and proficient computer skills
- Open-minded, creative, effective time management and problem solving skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Final Candidates are required to provide satisfactory criminal record checks including a vulnerable sector search.
Submit resume, cover letter and references to:
Mail: Mary Baron, Executive Assistant
SaskAbilities – Yorkton Branch
PO Box 5011 YORKTON, SK S3N 3Z4
Phone: 1-833-444-4126 toll free Fax: 306-782-7844
Email
careers@saskabilities.ca
Please include the position you are applying for and the competition number in the email subject line.