Recreation Youth Worker

CFMWS. A job with purpose. Our 4000+ person strong organization champions a healthy, fun, creative and active lifestyle for Canadian Armed Forces members, Veterans and their families. Help us deliver a variety of recreation and fitness programs, offer family support, organize charity events and make sure our members access retail, travel and banking discounts and customized financial services. At Canadian Forces Morale and Welfare Services (CFMWS), we love what we do. And we live it too.

Imagine spending time with a great group of people and sharing your passions. We are searching for energetic and talented people to take on exciting challenges and contribute to our community.

Our recreation leaders work in multiple fun positions in various locations and program formats ranging from weekly classes to day camps. In each program, you will have the opportunity to lead activities that help our community members learn new skills and make social connections.

You will be working mainly with youth in this position.

You will be leading arts and crafts, fitness and wellness, performing arts, sports and outdoor adventure activities.

You will get experience designing recreational programs, teaching and leading individuals and groups while ensuring a healthy and safe environment. Working for us is a great way to turn your passion into a career. This is your chance to get paid to play.

Education, Certifications and Licenses

High school diploma

(OR An acceptable combination of education, training, and experience will also be considered)

A valid driver’s license (Province), an asset

Experience

in working with youth

In developing and implementing recreational and/or sports activities

In recruiting and working with volunteers

In establishing and maintaining partnerships

In ensuring safety protocols and procedures

Competencies

Client focus, organizational knowledge, communication, innovation, teamwork and leadership.

Skills and Abilities

English Essential / Bilingual (English and French) an asset

Reading: None

Writing: None

Oral: Basic

Health Benefits: Drug coverage, healthcare spending account, virtual care (telemedicine), Employee and Family Assistance Program, mental health support, travel insurance, dental, vision, life insurance, disability insurance and accidental death and dismemberment coverage.

Work Life Balance: A wide range of paid/unpaid leave, including paid vacation, family related leave and personal days.

Retirement Planning: A Defined Benefit Pension Plan and Group Savings Plans.

Learning and Development: Tuition Assistance Program and Advanced Learning Program, payment of professional association memberships, online learning opportunities and second language training.

Perks: Discounts through CF One Member Appreciation.

Retirement Planning: Group Savings Plans.

Learning and Development: Free second language training.

This is an on-site position with an assigned work location.

Perform moderate lifting, carrying, pulling and/or pushing (i.e. more than 10 lbs/4.5 kg but less than 50 lbs/23 kg) The successful candidate will be required to complete a Vulnerable Sector Check.

July 2, 2024

CFMWS is committed to providing an inclusive, equitable and accessible environment, where all employees feel valued, respected and supported. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates who can help us build a workforce that reflects the diversity of Canadian society. Workplace accommodation measures are available to all candidates identifying a need during the selection process.