Program Worker

Primary Responsibilities

• Plan and lead programs consistent with member needs, goals and interests which focus on: Health Promotion; Life-skill Development; Community education, exploration and involvement; Recreation and leisure skill development; and Psychosocial Rehabilitation.
• Health Promotion;
• Life-skill Development;
• Community education, exploration and involvement;
• Recreation and leisure skill development; and
• Psychosocial Rehabilitation.
• Create and maintain a welcoming and supportive environment for members.
• Support and promote the philosophy, goals, objectives and standards of the Among Friends Program.
• Ensure a clean program environment.
• Assume other responsibilities as required by Coordinator.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelors Degree or Diploma in Recreation, Social Work, Social Service Work, or equivalency.
• One year of experience in a community mental health setting.
• Ability to manage groups in a social/recreation setting.
• Valid First Aid and CPR certificates (must be kept current every three years).
• Excellent ability to perceive and be sensitive to the feelings and attitude of others, as well as be able to address problems in a prompt and non-defensive manner.
• Effective multi-tasking skills with excellent attention to detail for accuracy and thoroughness.
• Demonstrate the ability and willingness to align oneself with the values, vision and goals of LAMP Community Health Centre.
• An understanding of the social determinants of health and mental illness.
• An outgoing, warm and welcoming personality, with a strong sense of empathy and calm demeanour who is committed to high levels of quality service provision through accurate, friendly and excellent client relations.
• Confident and professional approach to all individuals with the ability to demonstrate flexibility and remain calm under stress.
• The ability to work effectively in a variety of situations and be able to demonstrate patience when dealing with a variety of behaviours.
• Excellent interpersonal skills necessary to work effectively across all levels of the organization’s diverse workforce.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to clearly convey information and ideas.
• Positive attitude and dependable with strong initiative and the ability to work both independently and in a team oriented atmosphere.
• Solid leadership skills with the ability to act quickly and confidently manage difficult and/or tense situations, which at times might involve uncertainty and/or risk.
• Open minded, eager and willing to constantly learn and improve oneself.
• Knowledge of LAMP Community Health Centre, the South Etobicoke community, and/or a second language that is reflective of the community being served are all preferable assets.

Comprehensive Health & Wellness Coverage

Growth, Purpose & Community Impact