Social Recreation Coordinator

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Employment Opportunity / Canadian Mental Health Association - Edmonton
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Program: Moving Ahead Program / Position: Social Recreation Coordinator 0.9 FTE - Maternity Leave Coverage to June 23 2009 / Salary Scale: $31. 527- $33. 812 with health benefits, vacation days and flex days / Closing Date: Open until a suitable candidate is found.
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  m" B) u5 @0 U$ _5 GContext: we're seeking a person who loves to have fun, is creative, energetic & enjoys new experiences. If you are looking for position where your passion for working with adults living with mental illness is combined with the opportunity to lead a variety of recreational activities, CMHA-ER is the employer for you.
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5 T' k2 |& I9 z" V  N$ nEnhance your experience in program planning/evaluation while building on your group leadership skills as you work with a dynamic association that is a national leader in mental health service provision.
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Responsibilities: position is responsible for the CLUB & MindWorks programs. These programs offer recreation activities to adults that encourage/enhance social interactions during the day and one to three evenings a week. Working collaboratively with the Social Recreation Assistant, program participants and volunteers, the Social Recreation Coordinator plans, facilitates and evaluates recreational programming along with supporting a variety of participant led and driven initiatives.  

Qualifications: you enjoy challenges, are organized/adaptable. The successful candidate has an understanding of the value/importance that social recreation has in the lives of adults living with mental illness. While working as part of a vibrant multidisciplinary team, the Social Recreation Coordinator is able to work independently.  

( ~' d3 X5 Y: wDesired qualifications include: relevant diploma and/or equivalent combination of education/experience; minimum 2 years experience working with adults with mental illness; demonstrated knowledge of mental health/illness & recreational resources in Edmonton.
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+ \) ?$ Z6 K: w$ }# J+ aPLUS: excellent oral/written communication skills; effective problem solving skills; knowledge & experience in recreation program planning & facilitation; a clear criminal record check; registration with a professional body if applicable.

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+ `, S# g7 E1 t4 c, T0 ]( z' [Michele Markham, MAP Team Leader
Suite #800, 10045 - 111 Street, Edmonton, AB T5K 2M5
F: (780) 482.7498 / E: mmarkham@cmha-edmonton.ab.ca

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