Sensity

Recreation & Programming Specialist

Paris, Canada

Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 19 days ago

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About the role

Sensity Offers: Benefit plan including a health spending account.
An RRSP program where we match your contributions up to 3% of your earnings.
Up to 50% reimbursement for the successful completion of relevant classes at other learning institutions after one year of service.

The Recreation & Programming Specialist provides specialized support through the design, adaptation, and evaluation of inclusive recreation and sensory programming, ensuring accessible, person directed engagement through the intentional use of sensory channels and specialized environments.

Demonstrated knowledge of deafblindness, intervenor services, and sensory-informed practice.
Experience with purchasing, and administration of program-related funds, including the coordination of specialized equipment and access supports
experience managing high-value or specialized program assets is an asset.
Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively within a team environment, while also exercising sound independent judgment and initiative.
High degree of flexibility and adaptability, with the ability to respond effectively to changing needs and service demands.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook)
knowledge of ShareVision and Canva is considered an asset.
A valid driver's license Class G, access to a reliable vehicle, a clean current driver's abstract is required.
The incumbent must be able to lift 35 lbs to 50 lbs on an occasional basis.
The position will be required to work indoors and outdoors.

Ensure sensory and music room environments are intentionally adapted to individual sensory profiles through appropriate adjustments to lighting, sound, vibration, tactile materials, pacing, and environmental structure.
Oversee booking and use of sensory and music room use, including set-up, tear-down, monitoring room condition, and ensuring spaces remain safe, accessible, and fully operational.
Provide coaching to intervenors to strengthen programming capacity and quality of practice in the use of specialized equipment.
Review, assess, approve, and track travel funding requests ensuring allocations are equitable, person-directed, and aligned with program goals and budgets.
Monitor and evaluate program quality, participation, and outcomes, incorporating feedback from individuals who are deafblind, families, and Service teams.
Perform additional program coordination and organizational support duties as required.

About Sensity Sensity is a not-for-profit organization providing services and programs to members of the deafblind community.
We are recognized in Canada and around the world as a leader in the provision of Intervenor Services.

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