Recreation Worker 2 - Older Adult Recreation Leader

As a central hub in the Metro Vancouver area, the City of New Westminster delivers a broad spectrum of urban services to over 92,000 residents. New Westminster is rich in history with a viable and thriving economy and has a population representative of the diversity of the region. The City is staffed by talented and dedicated employees who work together to achieve its strategic vision. We have earned a proud reputation for civic leadership, service delivery, and outstanding employee relations.

The City of New Westminster is seeking dynamic and energetic Auxiliary Older Adult Recreation Leaders (Recreation Worker 2) to join the Seniors Services Division of the Parks and Recreation Department. In this role, you will work closely with the Assistant Program Coordinators for Seniors Services to support and deliver engaging recreation opportunities that encourage older adults to remain active, social, and connected within the community.

Duties include facilitating senior drop-in programs, outings and special events while providing a welcoming, inclusive and safe environment for participants.

Responsibilities include:

• Setting up and clean-up of drop-in programs for participants including tables and chairs, supplies, coffee, etc.

• Facilitating drop-in programs, outing, and special events for seniors.

• Welcoming seniors into the space and creating a welcoming and supportive environment.

• Engaging with seniors in various activities include MahJong, crafts, etc.

• Work collaboratively with staff and volunteers to ensure smooth program delivery.

• Gather feedback from participants to enhance future programming.

Requirements:

• Completion of coursework in Recreation Leadership, Gerontology plus experience engaging and working with older adults aged 50+ in a community recreation or related setting; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively as part of a team.

• Experience facilitating group activities, or social programs for seniors.

• Ability to support diverse groups of older adults from a variety of cultural and social backgrounds; second language proficiency is considered an asset.

• Sound judgment and the ability to respond calmly and appropriately in a variety of situations.

• Customer service experience in a recreation or community setting.

• Valid First Aid Level 1 certification.

• Ability to successfully pass and maintain a clear Police Information Check with Vulnerable Sector Check.

• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and special events as required.

*The successful candidates will be scheduled up to 12 hours per week and may be required to work daytime, evenings and weekends as operationally required.