Physical Activity Leader - Extend-A-Family Kingston

Extend-A-Family Kingston Acknowledges that we are situated on traditional Anishinabek (Ah- nish-in-ah-bay), Haudenosaunee (Ho-den-o-show-nee) and Huron-Wendat (huron-wen·dat) territory and is the home for many Indigenous peoples. We are grateful to have the opportunity to reside and work on this land. 

Promoting Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion is a top priority for Extend-A-Family Kingston. At Extend-A-Family Kingston, we believe diversity is associated with higher productivity and retention levels. We are aware of a global study by McKinsey & Company that found that those companies that had more diversity were more likely to outperform on profitability and the number of clients served, and the ones that didn’t take diversity into account were less likely to experience profitability above the same sector average.  Extend-A-Family Kingston is committed to providing equitable, inclusive and barrier-free employment opportunities and quality services by establishing a qualified and culturally sensitive workforce that reflects the diverse community it serves, as well as to fostering a working environment that respects people’s dignity, ideas and beliefs, thereby ensuring equity and diversity in recruitment, selection, promotion, learning and development processes meet the requirements of the OHRC, AODA and any other applicable legislation.  

Extend-A-Family Kingston provides individuals with disabilities and their families with coordinated access to regional services, respite, inclusive programs, and opportunities for personal growth, development, and achievement of life goals.

We are presently inviting applications for the position of:

• Physical Activity Leader
• Full-Time Position (8-week contract)
• $19/hour

Extend-A-Family Kingston is a cutting-edge organization exploring and integrating innovative ways to support people with a developmental disability. Physical activity is an important factor in overall health and well-being. Extend-A-Family Kingston uses unique equipment and innovation to provide new and exciting experiences to our summer camp participants. The Physical Activity Leader will support EAFK participants in joining in safe, adaptive and barrier-free physical activities.

Under the direction of the Manager of Community Programs, the Physical Activity Leader is responsible for leading physical activity instruction for EAFK program participants on an individual and group basis. This position will instruct individuals and groups by modelling appropriate behaviours and actions and will motivate and encourage by providing coaching and positive feedback. 

The Physical Activity Leader will:

• Collaborate with Extend-A-Family Kingston’s Community Coaches and Camp Counsellors to deliver programs that remove barriers to sport and play.
•  Implement programs around EAFK’s unique equipment and initiatives, including the Jays Care Foundation Challenger Baseball program, a virtual golf simulator, and an indoor portable archery range.
• Provide and create instructions, demonstrations, and communications on the best use of the equipment.
• Provide evaluation and feedback on the programs.
• Provide continuous improvements, assessments, and changes throughout the program.

Position Requirements :

• We are looking for individuals who are energetic, positive role models, safety-conscious, and who have a genuinely compassionate and caring nature.
• Police Record Check - CPIC including Vulnerable Sector Screening.
• Proof of all required doses of a COVID-19 vaccine approved by Health Canada.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills.
• Ability to work cooperatively with a team.
• Strong program delivery skills.

Assets:

• Experience working with individuals with disabilities.
• Standard First Aid, CPR
• Sign language (ASL)
• Under the legislative requirements of the French Language Services Act, French language competency is an asset.

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

Qualified applicants are encouraged to submit their resumes and a written summary of why this position would be of interest and outline specific areas of strengths and experience relative to the work.

Please submit your resume (with a cover letter)

Mindy Kish, Executive Administrative Support - Extend-A-Family Kingston

Email: mkish@eafkingston.com

Competition: PAL2025

Extend-A-Family Kingston is committed to providing a barrier-free environment for all stakeholders, including our clients, employees, job applicants, suppliers, and visitors who may enter our premises, access our information, or use our services. As an organization, we respect and uphold the requirements under the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (2005) and its associated standards and regulations. Please call our office at (613) 544-8939 ext.1108 to discuss if you require accommodation.