Social Recreation Coordinator

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Employment Opportunity / Canadian Mental Health Association - Edmonton
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. C; v% s3 a% C! q4 \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.

& F0 Y! x9 [1 ]5 ]3 W. Y; aContext: 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.

! S8 d+ U7 r! B  S! G3 BEnhance 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.

; H1 b9 x: J. H: f6 w* OResponsibilities: 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.  
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  U- ]& N; l$ Y" H" L0 X! jQualifications: 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.  
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7 e) J/ v+ h% N. g0 `/ ]5 a2 _Desired 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.

PLUS: 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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TO APPLY - Please submit CV in confidence to:
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  T4 b$ F# {) }Michele Markham, MAP Team Leader
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. U$ S9 v) D" V0 y+ z' P; dF: (780) 482.7498 / E: mmarkham@cmha-edmonton.ab.ca

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% J' i+ i$ y  MCourtesy: The Community Networks Group ® T: 474.6058 > C: 995.6819  
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