Toronto, On Recreation specialist Jobs – 19 Openings This Week

RECREATION SERVICES ASSISTANT
City of Toronto —Toronto, ON
- $34.53–$37.68 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Microsoft Word
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Strength and Conditioning Specialist
York University —Toronto, ON
- $68,536 a year
- 8 hour shift
- CPR Certification
- Word processing
- Bachelor's
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Recreation Therapist Health Disciplines Resource Team PHC
Unity Health Toronto —Toronto, ON
- Part-time
- BLS Certification
- Bachelor's
- Communication skills
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Specialist, Intervenor
Canadian National Institute for the Blind —Toronto, ON
- $28.83 an hour
- Full-time
- Travel
- Social Work
- Communication skills
- Flexible schedule
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HF Programs Specialist Sports
YMCA of Greater Toronto —Toronto, ON
- $48,891 a year
- CPR Certification
- First Aid Certification
- No university degree
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Fitness Specialist - Fitness Centres
City of Markham —Markham, ON
- $23.22 an hour
- Temporary
- CPR Certification
- Microsoft Outlook
- Customer service
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Senior Service Specialist
Care for Life Support Services Inc. —Toronto, ON
- From $28 an hour
- Part-time
- CPR Certification
- Caregiving
- First Aid Certification
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Recreational Therapist
Humber River Health —Greater Toronto Area, ON
- $32.99–$39.75 an hour
- Temporary
- Bachelor's
- Computer networking
- Leadership
PE - Early Childcare Educator / Educateur-trice Jardin d'éveil
TFS-Canada's International School / TFS-l'École internationale du Canada —Toronto, ON
- $39.92–$46.30 an hour
- Full-time
- Bilingual
- Childcare
- CPR Certification
- Paid time off
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Audit/Compliance Specialist
Amphenol HSIO —Markham, ON
- $80,000–$115,000 a year
- Microsoft Excel
- Finance
- Analysis skills
- Designated paid holidays
- Disability insurance
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Spin Fitness Instructor – Thornhill Community Centre
City of Markham —Markham, ON
- $30.06 an hour
- Temporary
- CPR Certification
- Customer service
- First Aid Certification
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Senior Risk Solutions Sales Account Executive
SAS —Toronto, ON
- Remote
- Sales
- Travel
- Dental care
- Paid time off
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Registered Nurse (RN), Ambulatory Clinics
Baycrest —Toronto, ON
- $41.15–$58.98 an hour
- On call
- Microsoft Word
- Nursing
- Microsoft Excel
Mechanical Engineer - Buildings
CIMA+ —Mississauga, ON
- $68,960–$94,820 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- AutoCAD
- Plumbing
- HVAC
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Professional Services Consultant - Implementation Specialist
Active Network Canada —Toronto, ON
- $50,000–$65,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- SQL
- APIs
- Employee assistance program
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RECREATION SERVICES ASSISTANT

City of Toronto -
Toronto, ON

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Job details

Full-time
$34.53–$37.68 an hour
2 days ago

Qualifications

Microsoft Word
Therapeutic Recreation
Kinesiology
Post-secondary education

Full job description

Job ID: 64844
Job Category: Community & Social Services
Division & Section: Seniors Services & Long Term Care, LTC Regional Services
Work Location: Various, See Below
Job Type & Duration: Full-time, 1 Permanent, 2 Temporary (12 month) vacancies
Hourly Rate and Wage Grade: $34.53-$37.68, TF0095, wage grade 7
Shift Information: Monday to Sunday, 35 hours per week (Days/Evenings/Weekends)
Affiliation: L79 Full-time
Qualified List: Candidate List will be established. For applicability and duration, see below.
Number of Positions Open: 3
Posting Period: 26-JUN-2026 to 10-JUL-2026
Note: Vacancies known at the time of posting

Location

Type of Vacancy

Kipling Acres – 2233 Kipling Ave, Etobicoke ON M9W 6Z8

1 Permanent

Carefree Lodge – 306 Finch Ave E, North York ON M2N 4S5

1 Temporary

Cummer Lodge - 205 Cummer Ave, North York ON M2M 2E8

1 Temporary

The City's Seniors Services and Long-Term Care Division supports Toronto seniors and residents in long-term care homes to have the healthiest, most fulfilling lives possible through exceptional care and services. Vulnerable individuals who reside in the community are supported through adult day programs, supportive housing services, tenancy support and homemakers and nurses services. CareTO is our brand for the culture change we are investing in for the City's 10 directly operated long-term care homes (https://www.toronto.ca/community-people/housingshelter/rental-housing-tenant-information/finding-housing/long-term-care-homes/careto/). The division values Compassion, Accountability, Respect and Excellence which shape our organizational culture, our priorities, and the experiences of all those who live, work, volunteer, and visit.

Major Responsibilities:

Implements and conducts activation, recreation and social programs i.e. discussion groups, fun and fitness, activities of daily living or special events. Explains, demonstrates and assists participants in performing activities.
Plans programs by gathering information concerning practicality and cost of activities Attends team meetings, presenting alterations/adaptations in programming and gathering resident information to assist in establishing goals and strategies.
Incorporates activation fitness and rehabilitative care activities, as prescribed by Home Physician or medical specialists, into individual programs (e.g., walking, stretching, etc.).
Documents residents' interests/needs and progress. Maintains documentation regarding assessment, progress, and involvement of residents in program, resident activation goals and strategies on individualized care plans. Chairs team conferences as a member of Home/divisional committees.
Coordinates activities by obtaining adequate supplies; distributing, and writing information/flyers; collecting funds
Accompanies residents on outings, arranging for transportation, tickets/reservations, ensuring dietary needs can be met. Promotes resident safety.
Liaises with residents, staff, volunteers, family and community agencies in gathering and providing information to support activity programs.
Directs Youth Trainees, volunteers and students. Evaluates programs and progress of students.
Feeds and toilets residents.

Key Qualifications:

Your application must describe your qualifications as they relate to:

- - Post-secondary diploma or degree in recreation and leisure studies, therapeutic recreation, gerontology, kinesiology or a related discipline or the approved equivalent combination of education and/or experience.
  - Experience in the development, implementation and evaluation of activation, recreation and social programs in a long-term care setting.
  Experience in assessing and evaluating resident needs, as well as establishing appropriate goals and strategies.

You must also have:

- Knowledge of gerontology and geriatrics, related to long term care.
- Knowledge in applying a variety of therapeutic techniques related to dementia care including Montessori and dementia ability approaches. Knowledge in applying therapeutic modalities of Recreation.
- Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing with residents, staff, volunteers and families.
- Ability to work effectively with residents, staff, students, volunteers, family and community agencies.
- Ability to motivate individual residents in order to maximize their participation in meaningful leisure activities.
- Advanced understanding of and ability to apply group dynamic principals. Ability to maintain appropriate documentation on residents' progress, care plans, evaluation tools and audits.
- Knowledge of and ability to apply a quality improvement approach in the delivery of recreation services.
- Ability to deliver a high level of Customer Service, Fiscal Accountability, Innovation, Results Orientation and Teamwork.
- Ability to work flexible time schedules including evenings and weekends, depending on programming needs of the Home.
- Ability to utilize a variety of software applications such as Microsoft Word and automated systems (i.e. Point Click Care).

Please note:

As a condition of employment with the Long-Term Care Homes & Services Division, selected candidates will be required to provide a satisfactory Police Reference Check (PRC) with vulnerable sector screening, tuberculosis screening and proof of immunization in accordance with the Fixing Long-Term Care Act, 2021 (O.Reg. 246/22)

NOTE TO INTERNAL FULL-TIME AND PART-TIME CITY OF TORONTO EMPLOYEES:

City of Toronto employees must apply to full-time or part-time employment opportunities posted on the City's Internal Job Posting Portal.

Equity, Diversity and Inclusion

The City is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to creating a workplace culture of inclusiveness that reflects the diverse residents that we serve. Learn more about the City’s commitment to employment equity.

Accommodation

The City of Toronto is committed to creating an accessible and inclusive organization. We are committed to providing barrier-free and accessible employment practices in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Should you require Code-protected accommodation through any stage of the recruitment process, please make them known when contacted and we will work with you to meet your needs. Disability-related accommodation during the application process is available upon request. Learn more about the City’s Hiring Policies and Accommodation Process.

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