GROW in Gimli Program Facilitator

G.R.O.W. Gaining Resources Our Way

A Life Skills Program for Individuals with Social, Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities

Employment Status: Summer Term Position

G.R.O.W. in Gimli is a summer program for young adults living with social and/or intellectual disabilities (18-24 years) who are preparing for independent community living. We are currently looking for qualified applicants for the summer 2024 session (June-August) for the following position:

G.R.O.W. in Gimli Program Staff

The G.R.O.W. in Gimli Program is seeking experienced and enthusiastic program staff to support G.R.O.W. participants in achieving their self-determined life skills goals.

The ideal candidate will possess an Undergraduate Degree or be a student in Occupational Therapy, Education, Social Work, Family Studies, Psychology, Physiotherapy or a related field. In addition to having strong organizational and communication skills, the candidate will also possess:

· Experience with individuals with disabilities

· Able to teach program learning modules in the areas of social skills and life skills development

· Adhere to the principles of person-centered practice

· Able to work in and contribute to a team environment

· Standard First AID level CPR

· Criminal Record and Child Abuse Vulnerable Persons Check.

Successful candidate will spend three 2-week overnight sessions

including one week off in between each session

Start date June 29th, 2024

Send Resumes by May 17th, 2024 to:

Camille Ushy

G.R.O.W. Program Director

91 Willow Avenue, Winnipeg, Manitoba R3N 0G9

Phone: 204-505-3799

Email: cushy@growourway.ca

The G.R.O.W. in Gimli Program takes place in a cottage in Gimli, MB. Further information about G.R.O.W. in Gimli can be found at www.gainingresourcesourway.ca

We thank all applicants who apply; however only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $16.00-$18.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• On-site parking
• Paid time off

Education:

• Secondary School (preferred)

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 2024-05-17