Halifax Regional Municipality (HRM) is inviting applications for casual, seasonal positions of Summer Outdoor Inclusion Support in the Recreation Programming division of Parks & Recreation and 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.
The Inclusion Support Staff supports persons in Summer and is responsible for working with participants for the duration of the week. Weekly duties may include greeting participant, 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 Inclusion Coordinator and the Community Recreation Coordinator.
Qualifications, Education and Experience:
Technical / Job Specific Knowledge and Abilities
Competencies: Communication, Customer Service, Valuing Diversity, Organization & Planning, Risk Management, Teamwork & Cooperation, Decision Making
Job Status: These are casual, seasonal positions, with varying hours requirements and work locations which are identified through separate postings on our Employer website (7209BR, 7210BR, 7211BR, 7212BR). These are non-union positions with a wage of $17.30 per hour (plus 4% vacation pay).
CLOSING DATE: Applications will be accepted up to 11:59pm on Friday, February 3, 2023.
During the recruitment process, applicants have the right to request an accommodation.
Applicants invited to participate in an assessment process (such as an interview or testing) and who require accommodation, should discuss their needs with the Recruiter when invited to the assessment process.
For a more detailed description and to apply for this position please go to our website: https://www.halifax.ca/about-halifax/employment/work-halifax-regional-municipality
Halifax Regional Municipality Purdy's Wharf Tower 2, 1969 Upper Water Halifax, NS B3J 3R7
Hayley Gavin gavinh@halifax.ca Preferred Contact: https://www.halifax.ca/about-halifax/employment/work-halifax-regional-municipality
