Active Living Programmer – Part-Time (202650)
Reporting to the Recreation Coordinator- Active Living, this position is responsible for the design and delivery of quality services, programs and initiatives for older adults including, but not limited to; pop up programs, educational sessions, Falls Prevention Month and Heart Month initiatives. This position is funded through the Senior’s Active Living Centre (SALC) Grant through the government of Ontario.
Description:
Accountabilities:
- Maintain current knowledge of program specialty and industry standards and provide current content within the program design
- Assist the Recreation Coordinator – Active Living and Program Instructors in the design and delivery of interactive activities for adults and older adults that comply with department and industry standards (e.g., HIGH FIVE®)
- Direct program set-up, delivery and active supervision of programs and initiatives as well as the set-up of supplies and equipment
- Maintain confidential participant information regarding special needs, health conditions, financial circumstances, etc.
- Assist in the orientation of Program Instructors and Volunteers around job responsibilities, and provide them with support
- Conduct initiatives in a pleasant and positive manner and adhere to standards and scheduled times
- Maintain confidentiality regarding participant information
Qualifications:
- Post-secondary education in Recreation, Kinesiology, Fitness and Health Promotion or related field considered an asset
- Specialty knowledge or recognized qualifications around working with older adults
- Experience in program planning and implementation
- Fitness certification in CanFit or CCAA- SFIC considered an asset
- Standard First Aid/ CPR Certification
- Parks and Recreation Ontario HIGH FIVE® PHA certification
- Police Records Check – Vulnerable Sector
- Proven customer service skills and working with the public
- Computer literacy including Microsoft Office Suite is an asset
- Strong communication skills
- Ability to work independently
- Ability to work in cooperation with others
- Ability to ensure a high level of confidentiality is maintained
- Ability to complete the physical duties of the position including some lifting of equipment
Position Details:
This posting is for an existing vacancy.
Compensation:
The rate of pay for the position is $22.97 - $27.35/hour, up to 20 hours a week on a 6 – month contract basis with approved grant funding, with the option for renewal. Applicants must be available to work daytime hours between 8:30am-4:30pm or scheduled programs, and some evenings and weekends as required.
Location:
Hillsview Active Living Centres, Town or non-Town facilities and/or outdoor environments
Application:
Qualified candidates may submit a detailed cover letter and resume as a single document, sent in confidence to the Town by 4:30 p.m., August 28, 2026. Please quote posting 202650 on your cover letter.
We thank all those who apply but advise that only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. The Town of Halton Hills is an equal opportunity employer. Accommodations are available for all parts of the recruitment process. If contacted for an interview, please advise the Human Resources staff of any measures you feel you need to enable you to be assessed in a fair and equitable manner. Information received relating to accommodation measures will be addressed confidentially.
Personal information is collected under the authority of the Municipal Act, 2001 (S.O. 2001, c.25) and will be used to select a candidate. Questions about this collection should be directed to the Director of Human Resources.