COMMUNITY ABORIGINAL RECREATION ACTIVATOR (CARA), Peterborough County and North Hastings …

COMMUNITY ABORIGINAL RECREATION ACTIVATOR (CARA) Coordinates planning, delivery, program organization and promotion of a variety of recreation programs and community events at Curve Lake First Nation. Handles administrative and office support tasks related to the project, including applications for funding.

Duties and Responsibilities

Programs and Events

Plans, organizes, and coordinates recreation programs and special events.

Reviews program registrations and takes appropriate actions such as combining or cancelling programs if necessary.

Plans community-based physical activity programs based on community needs and interests.

Enhances the presence of programming.

Assists groups in planning their own programs.

Ensures provisions of workplace, office equipment, and CARA programming materials.

Monitors and evaluates CARA program activities, providing ongoing direction and support.

Liaises with and responds to all community requests and inquiries regarding recreation programming.

Recreation

Provides administrative support to Recreation Portfolio Councilors/Program Coordinator/Manager.

Develops a local recreation needs assessment and work plan for physical activity programs.

Plans community-based recreation programs based on community needs and interests.

Researches recreation opportunities using the internet and other information sources.

Prepares updates and makes recommendations on recreation issues for the Band Council Executive and Chief as required.

Other

Responsible for promotion, assistance with completing/reviewing applications, and ensuring approvals and funds for Learning Through Recreation and Recreation Incentives.

Promotes activities through social media, newsletters, etc.

Maintains program equipment and supplies, ensuring good repair, working order, and sufficient inventories.

Acts as a liaison between parents and instructors, dealing with situations/concerns as required.

Develops a community profile.

Provides activity reports to assigned advisor.

Enhances volunteer capacity by advertising and recruiting volunteers to lead and support programs.

Other duties assigned as requested.

Qualifications

Education

Post‑secondary education in a recreation related field with experience developing and coordinating recreational programming.

Current standard first aid and CPR Level C certification.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Experience with direct program and service delivery.

Experience in adult and youth care, fitness, social, and other leisure activities.

Experience with word processing, spreadsheets, and registration programs.

Knowledge of community recreation programming principles and practices.

Knowledge of methods used in assessing the recreation program needs of the community.

Knowledge of fundamentals of leadership, recruiting, training and supervising staff.

Knowledge of Workers Compensation Act and OH&S Regulation.

Strong appreciation of and empathy with the needs of children.

Sensitivity to Native issues.

Strong oral and written communication skills.

Strong organizational skills.

Ability to work in group settings and as a team member.

Creative problem solving skills.

Ability to work independently and maintain harmonious working relationships.

Respect for confidentiality.

High level of tact and discretion.

Willingness to work flexible hours.

High degree of initiative and self‑direction.

Punctual and dependable with a strong desire to work.

Valid driver’s license.

Acceptable criminal record check.

Personal Suitability

Honest and trustworthy.

Respectful.

Aware and sensitive to the history, language, culture and traditions of Curve Lake First Nation.

Flexible.

Sound work ethics.

Demonstrates high personal and professional conduct.

Terms of Employment This is a permanent full‑time position beginning immediately. Annual salary range: $50,906 to $55,431 based on a 39.5 hour work week.

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