Title of Job: Life Enrichment Worker, Mobile
Vacancies: 2
Date: June 3, 2026
Closing Date: July 19, 2026
Location: Penetanguishene, ON - Back to Home - Penetanguishene & Barrie, ON - Back to Home - Barrie
Compensation: $52,022 - $61,821 Annually Prorated
Contract Duration: 3-Year Contract
Work Type: Onsite (various locations within the community)
Job ID: 10895601
Existing or New Position: New
Who We Are:
LOFT Community Services is a unique and dynamic charitable organization that supports people living with complicated issues such as mental and physical health challenges, substance use challenges, poverty and homelessness. Serving approximately 19,534 annually and providing 1,839 units of supportive housing last year, LOFT is one of Ontario’s largest mental health service providers of its kind. LOFT is also recognized as a Nonprofit Employer of Choice™ Award (NEOC) recipient.
Job Summary:
Life Enrichment Worker, Mobile (MLEW) is responsible for working with people in the community with complex mental health and physical health challenges in Simcoe County area. These complex challenges could include mental health and /or addictions challenges, cognitive impairments, ongoing physical health issues, responsive behaviours and/neurological disorders.
The MLEW is responsible for the operation and delivery of all recreation programming which will include assessing, planning, implementing, coordinating and evaluating all interventions.
Program delivery will follow four key streams:
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Individual Connection
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Group Belonging
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Community Participation
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Engagement and Reflection
The MLEW is a flexible mobile model that bring meaningful connections directly to isolate seniors. Through personalized support group and community access, these programs reduce isolation and builds lasting belonging to the community. This position will include both individual and group work.
Back to Home Penetanguishene provides specialized support to vulnerable and at-risk older adults with complex physical health challenges, mental health challenges, addictions or cognitive impairment LOFT responds to each resident’s needs, so they can live safely and in good health in the community as they age. Through our care, we aim to postpone for as long as possible, or eliminate, any need for institutional care. Our programs offers 24/7 care through our specialized Personal Support Worker (PSW) team. We provide services assistance, medication administration with personal care, essential housekeeping, laundry services, and escorts to appointments. LOFT staff receive enhanced training related to mental health, addictions, psychosocial rehabilitation, responsive behaviours, dementia and the impact of the social determinants of health, thus giving them specialized skills required to provide the highest quality of care to the populations we serve.
Back To Home Barrie is a supportive program for older adults facing complex challenges who are able to live safely in the community with access to subsidized housing and enhanced assisted living services. Our program specializes in supporting vulnerable older adults with complex physical and mental health challenges, addiction and/or cognitive impairment. Back To Home Barrie program is specifically designed to respond to each resident’s needs, so they can live safely and in good health in the community as they await for permanent housing and support. This program is a partnership with Simcoe Terrace Retirement Home, in which LOFT provides specialized personal support and one-on-one support services. Our program offers 24/7 care through our specialized Personal Support Workers (PSW), providing such services as assistance with personal care, essential housekeeping, laundry services, medication, support, escorts to appointments and medical assessment and treatment.
What You Will Do:-
Oversee client assessments to determine program suitability and establish individualized therapeutic recreation goals.
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Develop and implement individualized therapeutic recreation programs tailored to each client’s unique needs, goals, interests, and priorities.
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Monitor, evaluate, and document client participation and progress, adjusting programs as needed to achieve desired outcomes.
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Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to plan, implement, and evaluate client-centered therapeutic programs.
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Encourage and support clients in developing meaningful leisure interests, life skills, and community engagement opportunities.
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Provide instruction in therapeutic activities such as arts, music, sports, recreation, and relaxation techniques.
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Identify and address potential risks to ensure client safety and well-bein
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Maintain accurate and timely client records, documentation, and service reports.
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Support the orientation, training, and ongoing development of staff, students, and volunteers, and identify program training needs.
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Perform other related duties as assigned.
What You Bring:-
Diploma or Degree in Therapeutic Recreation or recreation with a therapeutic concentration.
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Minimum 2 years of experience supporting vulnerable seniors and older adults with mental illness, cognitive and neurological illness, addictions challenges, and/or responsive behaviours.
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Experience working with client in a Psychosocial Rehabilitation (PSR) approach.
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Current First Aid and CPR certification
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Training in GPA, Montessori Methods for Dementia, PIECES, and Restorative Care is considered an asset.
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Strong skills in client assessment, program planning, group facilitation, and problem-solving.
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Ability to build positive, supportive relationships with clients and deliver person-centered care.
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Excellent communication, documentation, and computer skills.
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Proven ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
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Reliable, trustworthy, and able to manage responsibilities with minimal supervision.
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Valid driver’s licence and access to a reliable vehicle required.
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Ability to communicate in an additional language is an asset.
Work Environment:-
Must be able to travel to multiple locations using a personal vehicle (mileage expenses will be reimbursed.
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Working at various locations within the community as part of this role.
- Lifting objects up to 50 lbs.
What We Offer:-
24/7 Employee Assistance Program
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E-learning program available all year round
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Starting vacation time above minimum standard,
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Additional paid personal and paid sick days
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Professional development budget available to help you nurture and shape your career
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Corporate Gym membership rate with GoodLife Fitness
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Access to Perkopolis, a comprehensive corporate discount program
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Access to unlimited DEI trainings through partnership Canadian Centre for Diversity and Inclusion
Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion:
LOFT Community Services is a values-driven organization with a deep belief that each person has the ability to grow and change. We value compassion, collaboration, and community delivered with dignity, innovation, and excellence. LOFT’s vision is that together, we can all live successfully in our community. Our client population reflects Ontario’s diverse community and it is LOFT’s goal to build a workforce who reflects that diversity. At LOFT, we hold the deep belief that skills and expertise can be cultivated in various ways. Therefore, even if you don't perfectly align with every listed criterion but feel you could flourish in this role, we highly encourage you to apply.
Note:
- A satisfactory vulnerable sector check (VSC) is also required.
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This posting provides only a summary of the responsibilities and requirements for the position
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LOFT Community Services is committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible environment and dedicated to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of the community in which we live and serve. LOFT is committed to making employment opportunities accessible in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005. Requested accommodation will be provided in all parts of the application and hiring process by contacting [email protected] or (416) 979-1994.
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