Supervisor, Sport & Recreation

Position:           Supervisor, Sport & Recreation

Location:           1 Jim Flaherty St., Whitby, ON

Assignment:      Full-time, Salaried

Pay Rate:       $45,000 per annum. We also offer comprehensive, 100% employer paid benefits, flexible work environment, and access to our superb sport, fitness, and recreational facilities.

Start Date:        October 2024                      

You Belong!

We exist to unlock potential through the innovation of accessibility and to create a better, barrier-free life for all Canadians. We strive to achieve this by reimagining accessibility and redefining the way Canadians live, work and play. Our organization values being person-centred, genuine, flexible, innovative, and collaborative.

We firmly believe that a great team member is somebody that is incredibly passionate about the cause they are advocating for. As an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion, we welcome and encourage applications from all persons, including but not limited to persons with disabilities, racialized and Indigenous persons, persons of any gender identity and sexual orientation, and newcomers. We provide variations and accommodations at all stages of the employment and are committed to improving our process to be more accessible and equitable.

The Position:

Reporting to the Senior Coordinator, Physical Literacy & Education, the Supervisor, Sport & Recreation will be responsible for the planning and delivery of innovative, inclusive programs that will create opportunities and increase participation in sport and recreation, ensuring all members of the community are able to develop their physical literacy both within Abilities Centre programs and with external partners.

The Supervisor will support in the delivery of Physical Literacy workshops and certifications while ensuring all Abilities Centre programs embody the teachings delivered in education sessions. This individual will work directly with multiple Abilities Centre departments and staff to develop internal/external process related to scheduling programs, implementation, growing programs in alignment with IDEA (Inclusion, Diversity, Equity and Accessibility) strategies, and program evaluation and research. The Supervisor will also assist in building a pathway for participation that creates opportunities for individuals to unlock their potential and participate in sport and recreation programming throughout their lifespan.

What You’ll Do:

• Internal Program Development and Delivery
  • You will oversee and contribute to the development of Abilities Centre internal programs, including summer camp.
  • You will assist in facilitating evening programs, field trips, and other programs as required.
  • You will oversee the scheduling of Abilities Centre staff for internal programs and complete bi-weekly payroll and monthly schedules for staff.
  • You will support program staff as needed and contribute to the development of staff culture with quarterly staff meetings and individual staff check-ins.
  • You will collaborate with the Research Department in creating and implementing program evaluations to gather participant, parent, and teacher feedback, to determine areas of improvement and to ensure programs are meeting program objectives.
  • You will collaborate with the Senior Coordinator to develop and implement annual registered program strategies to align with Physical Literacy operational plans, including:
    • Developing curriculum in alignment with Physical Literacy workshop and certification content
    • Registering participants
    • Booking of appropriate spaces as needed
    • Scheduling of staff as needed, and
    • Working with Abilities Centre’s Marketing and Communication Department to develop program promotional materials, including updates and relevancy of website and social media content.

• Physical Literacy and Education
  • You will support the Senior Coordinator in the delivery of Physical Literacy workshops and certifications.
  • You will work with the Senior Coordinator on the development of virtual and video programming to support You. Me. We. Virtually Together Programming.
  • You will support in the delivery of You. Me We. Programming with partnering Children’s Treatment Centres and Children’s Hospitals.
  • You will oversee program registrations and lead communications between participants, families, coaches, and staff.
  • Under the leadership of the Senior Coordinator, you will collaborate with the Sport & Recreation Department to develop and implement annual field trip strategies, including:
    • Scheduling and booking external groups for field trips
    • Booking of appropriate spaces for field trip delivery
    • Scheduling staff for field trip delivery, and
    • Working with Abilities Centre’s Marketing and Communication Department to develop marketing materials to promote field trip opportunities.
  • You will undergo regular professional development opportunities to increase and share knowledge of physical literacy.
  • You will assist with other duties as reasonably assigned by the Senior Coordinator and/or the Senior Manager, Recreation.

What You Bring:

• Education and Knowledge.
  • You have post-secondary education in Kinesiology, Physical Education, or Therapeutic Recreation, or related.
  • You have a minimum of 2 years’ experience in program delivery and evaluation.
  • You have a minimum of 2 years’ experience working with individuals with disabilities and/or initiatives/programs that focus on inclusion.
  • You have knowledge and understanding of the philosophy of Physical Literacy.
  • You are proficient in Microsoft Office suite of services.

• Communication and Relationship Building.
  • You are dedicated to a participant experience that exceeds expectations.
  • You have effective planning, organizing, and time management skills to manage multiple demands.
  • You are self-motivated and results-oriented, and you demonstrate initiative and contribute to a work environment that values and encourages innovation.
  • You have exceptional oral and written communication skills and are comfortable presenting to large group in a variety of settings with varied audiences.
  • You are a team player with a positive attitude that can make connections with clients, participants, and employees alike.
  • You can facilitate decision-making, influence without authority, collaborate across teams, and achieve results through effective negotiation and problem-solving skills.

• Administrative Requirements.
  • It is required that you have a current, clear criminal record check for the vulnerable sector to work at Abilities Centre.
  • It is required that you have a current, valid First Aid and CPR ‘C’ / AED.
  • You are flexible regarding work schedule, including days, evenings, and weekends. You have access to reliable transportation. 

Deadline to apply is Tuesday, September 24, 2024, at 7:00PM

We understand that no one will ever meet all the qualifications or feel fully confident in performing all the duties outlined above. Except for the qualifications that say required (bolded for emphasis), please do not let any other qualification or duty discourage you from applying. If you have any issues with the online application or would like additional information about the job before applying, please email careers@abilitiescentre.org