Summary

Potential Place Society in Calgary AB is seeking Social Recreation Facilitators for its Clubhouse, an accredited psycho-social rehabilitation service for adults living with mental illness. Our model emphasizes creation of a restorative community that works, plays, and heals together. Social Recreation in the community and in the Clubhouse is a vital element of our program.

Description

Are you ready for the next big step in your career?
We are seeking a dynamic and innovative Social Recreation Facilitator who has a strong belief in strengths-based approaches to engagement and recovery. Candidates must have a passion for excellence and thrive in a community setting where relationship-building is a priority and multi-tasking is the norm. Potential Place is accredited under Clubhouse international, an evidence-based model for psycho-social rehabilitation known to make significant positive impacts in the lives of people living with severe and chronic mental illnesses. Clubhouses offer people living with mental illness hope and opportunities to achieve their full potential. If you are ready to advance your skills and make contributions that will last a lifetime, come join our team!

The Position
This position has a focus on the social and recreational needs of our members. We are looking for someone who can champion fun and innovative activities that offer great opportunities for members to connect, learn something, explore something, or contribute something. Engaging members, seeking opportunities, and planning, promoting and facilitating events are all part of this rewarding role. We want you to help create memories!

This position will primarily support Wednesdays & Fridays 4:30 to 8:30 pm, Saturdays 10 am to 3 pm, and some Statutory holidays. Availability to support occasional days shifts during the week is helpful but not required.

Your Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s Degree in a human services, medical, or education field. Candidates in the process of acquiring a degree will be considered.
  • At least 2 years’ experience in supporting adults with serious mental health needs. Equivalencies will be considered.

Characteristics that lead to success:

  • Ability to use an individualized approach for a diverse population that experiences multiple barriers
  • Strong work ethic, patience, and a willingness to work flexible hours
  • Enthusiasm and energy that invites engagement 
  • Strengths-based orientation and commitment to working in a trauma-informed way
  • Skills in sport, arts, wellness and knowledge of community resources are all assets
  • Awareness of the importance of stress management and self-care for themselves and others

Requirements:

  • Class 5 Driver's License with a clean driving record
  • Recent Criminal Record Check with vulnerable sector

If this sounds like your next step, please consider joining our team.

Please indicate your interest by sending a cover letter and resume to Andrea Taylor at Andrea.Taylor@potentialplace.org.