W.E.S.O.A.R! Program Leader - Red Deer

Red Deer - Canada

Monthly Salary: $ 16 - 18

Posted on: 30+ days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Employment Environment

Working at Between Friends brings so much fun into your professional life! We are an organization that respects the need for a work-life balance! We are passionate about our employees well-being. As an agency we focus on bringing inclusive and accessible recreation and social programming to the people who mean the most to us our members! We work to break down barriers and adapt to individual and communal needs. Between Friends creates opportunities for people with disabilities to connect grow and belong through social recreational and developmental activities.

Job Overview

Our W.E.S.O.A.R! (Weekend Evening Social Opportunities Activities and Recreation) programs offer a variety of activities including but not limited to movies bowling swimming music hobbies and so much more. W.E.S.O.A.R! Programs are offered at both static and non-static locations ensuring you can find one that matches your interests and is convenient for you.

As a Program Leader for our W.E.S.O.A.R! programs you will be responsible for the delivery of safe and inclusive social recreation and development opportunities in the community. With the support of Volunteers you will provide exceptional care and supervision of program participants to ensure an outstanding experience and satisfaction in their activities. This position reports to the Program Manager Red Deer.

Job Duties & Responsibilities

Duties/Responsibilities:

Follow all policies and procedures of Between Friends.
Maintain confidentiality of participants personal information
Attend all mandatory training opportunities and staff meetings as set by the Program Manager(1 training pre-program 1 mid-session training)
Ensure the safety and wellbeing of 8-10 participants during community programming by delivering engaging inclusive activities that meet high standards of quality and safety.
Responsible for program planning budget and receipt tracking and scheduling (program dependent).
Provide accessible programming by adapting activities as needed to accommodate participant needs.
Responsible for the medical safety of participants by administering medication and completing the appropriate documentation as per the policy of Between Friends. Training will be provided.
Provide support leadership and guidance to volunteers including 1-2 evaluations per session to offer feedback.
Deescalate situations and apply appropriate skills to support all stakeholders during emergencies. Training will be provided.
Identify and communicate with the appropriate person for specific concerns or updates.
Maintain consistent communication with caregivers to support a positive experience for all participants.
Report any issues regarding participant attendance or unusual behavior to the Program Manager.
Share all feedback including major concerns staff issues budget questions and positive updates with the Program Manager Red Deer.

Time Requirements

Program Leaders required to commit to at least one complete program session. W.E.S.O.A.R! Programs run for 8 to 12 weeks and are available during Winter Summer and Fall sessions.
One program has a weekly commitment of 3-5 hours (possibility of running multiple programs for successful candidates seeking more hours)
Each program has administrative duties required outside of program time these hours are paid and average to be about 1 hour per week
A full day of training will be held on a Saturday before programs begin. Additionally Leader Meetings will take place throughout the session on Monday evenings.
Programs run Tuesday through Sunday during the Fall and Winter sessions
Programs run Friday and Sunday during the Summer session

Job Requirements

Must be 18 years old
Must pass a Screening Process including 2 personal reference checks and an Enhanced Canadian Criminal Record Check
Must be able to provide proof of current Standard First Aid and CPR Level C
Leaders must have their own cell phone for use during program hours as required
Ability to provide support to participants requiring lifts and transfers medication administration and personal care support. Training will be provided.
Previous experience in the following would be considered an asset:
Working with people with disabilities.
Developing and implementing programming.
Experience in managing crisis situations in a team setting.

If you have relevant experience and share our passion for making a difference in the lives of people with disabilities we encourage you to apply for our open positions. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and experiences to bring their skills and perspectives to our team. At Between Friends we believe that together we can achieve great things and create a community where everyone feels valued respected and supported. If you require any accommodations during the recruiting process please contact Khatie Ginn at or Steven Wheeler at

Employment EnvironmentWorking at Between Friends brings so much fun into your professional life! We are an organization that respects the need for a work-life balance! We are passionate about our employees well-being. As an agency we focus on bringing inclusive and accessible recreation and social p...