About the role:
We are
Manitoba Possible. We believe an inclusive and accessible society is possible. That is why we work together to eliminate barriers to full and equal participation. Manitoba Possible provides programs and services throughout the province. The way we do that is by working collaboratively, diversifying in every way possible, and innovating at every level.
You are
A Summer Access Worker. You will report directly to the Program Manager, Recreation, Leisure and Accessible Sport You will provide support in areas of social integration and personal care to assigned consumers, at Residential Camp, All Abilities Day Camp, Community Day Camp, and Deaf and hard of hearing camp. Summer Access staff is responsible for the general welfare; safety, health and well-being of assigned consumer(s) and will assist with various areas of program delivery when required.
The term employment will start in June and end in August.
- Type of Position Casual, Term, Student
- Job Category Recreation
- Salary / Wage 16.25 – 19.25
- Number of Vacancies 6
Ideal Candidate:
- University degree in social science, nursing, education or relevant field, including or a combination of 1-4 years of directly related experience and education
- Experience with and willing to assist consumer with activities of daily living (dressing, feeding, mobility, transferring, washroom)
- Experience and knowledge working with individuals with disabilities
- Residential Camp/Day Camp experience preferably in the role of camp counselor/integration coordinator
- Strong leadership and communication skills with sensitivity and empathy to diversity
- Ability to work individually or as part of a team
- Have flexibility to work varied hours including, overnights, weekends, evenings and days
- Current standing in Basic First Aid and CPR required
- Non-violent Crisis intervention or WEVAS an asset
- Valid Driver’s License and access to own vehicle
- Basic knowledge and understanding of ASL, Deaf culture and French an asset
Responsibilities:
- Responsible for direct (“hands on”) support and or verbal encouragement to consumers while participating in summer leisure, recreation and life-skill programs.
- Responsible for providing direct hands on and or verbal support to consumer with varying degrees of complexity in activities of daily living.
- Responsible to provide direct supervision to consumer while attending overnight/day camp/Independence for youth.
- Establish a respectful relationship with consumer (s).
- Assist camper to engage in cooperative group play and activities.
- Assess environment and camper to determine consumer’s level of independence.
- Provides specialized training to participants (interpreter/life-skills).
- Provide Supervisor with a summary report of ongoing activities and progress.
- Communicate with families regarding needs and or behaviors of your assigned consumer(s).
- Must be adherent to and compliant to confidential information, including privacy legislation and all other policies and procedures of governing bodies.
- Establish professional working relationships with camp employees, associated programs and organizations.
- Document all incidents/accidents that occur and report them immediately to the direct supervisor.
- Adhere to the guidelines of Leisure and Recreation, as well as the policies and procedures of Manitoba Possible.
- Assist the Recreation Facilitator and/or Recreation Coordinator with various areas of program delivery when required.
How to apply:
https://workforcenow.adp.com/mascsr/default/mdf/recruitment/recruitment.html?ccId=19000101_000001&cid=b0fc7d66-3ef3-40c0-b69c-859e24fcf069&lang=en_CA&type=MP&jobId=583680
Closing date : April 17, 2026