Seasonal Inclusion Support Staff – Eligibility List

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Seasonal Inclusion Support Staff – Eligibility List

Job Posting

Halifax Regional Municipality (HRM) is inviting applications for the casual position of Seasonal Inclusion Support Staff in Parks and Recreation. Halifax Regional Municipality (HRM) is committed to reflecting the community it serves and recognizing Diversity and Inclusion as one of the Municipality’s core values. We have an Employment Equity Policy and we welcome applications from African Nova Scotians and Other Racially Visible Persons, Women in occupations or positions where they are underrepresented in the workforce, Indigenous/Aboriginal People, Persons with Disabilities and 2SLGBTQ+ Persons. Applicants are encouraged to self-identify on their electronic application.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• The Inclusion Support Staff supports persons in Fall, Winter and/or Spring and is responsible for working with participants for the duration of the season. Weekly duties may include greeting participants, speaking to parents/guardians (if applicable), personal care, adapting activities, providing 1:1 support for the camper and ensuring open communication in the needs of the participants. Responsible for actively engaging in the program along with the participant and adapting the activity as necessary. Reports to the Community Recreation Coordinator.

QUALIFICATIONS
Education and Experience

• Experience working with individuals with special needs.
• Previous experience working with preschoolers/children/youth in a recreational setting an asset.

Technical / Job Specific Knowledge and Abilities

• Current certification in Workplace First Aid.
• Successful completion of all training requirements (Including WHMIS) prior to start date.
• Screening through the Child Abuse Registry and a Criminal Record Check.

Security Clearance Requirements: Applicants may be required to complete an employment security screening check.

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