Share Email Opening Title Life Skills Coach  Category Recreation and Arts   Req Number REC-18-00005   Open Date 3/16/2018   Number of Openings 1   Department Lifeskills and Recreation  Work type Temporary Full-Time  Grade TBD  FTE 1.0  Posting Close Date 03/23/2018  Description The Life Skills Coach is responsible for the development, implementation and evaluation of Life Skills/Therapeutic Recreation Programs and community-outreach initiatives for adolescents with physical disabilities. Life skills are the problem-solving and life management skills an individual uses to function successfully in 5 areas: self, family, community, school/ job and leisure. As a member of an interdisciplinary team, the life Skills Coach collaborates with clients to develop an intervention plan that supports individual healthy lifestyles and reflects collaboration and communication with the client, family and team. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Clinical Practice Collaborates with family and the interdisciplinary team to assess the client’s life skill needs and/or Therapeutic Recreation needs, develops and evaluates a plan of care which is goal directed, evidence-based and outcome focused Respects the client/family’s rights to make decisions based on their own values, beliefs and experiences Bases practice within framework that includes: teaching problem solving skills, experiential learning approach, calculated risk taking and modelling related to self, family, community, job and leisure Collaborates and partners with external community agencies in order to develop outreach initiatives and build capacity Continually develops resources that can be used in the delivery of services Evaluates program effectiveness and makes appropriate recommendations for change Works flexible hours to meet client/family needs. Complies with documentation guidelines outlined by hospital Documents accurate workload statistics Attends and actively participates in staff meetings Participates in quality management activities and supports the maintenance of a safe and healthy work environment Communicates in a timely and effective manner Participates in quality improvement initiatives, supports the maintenance of a safe and healthy work environment and advances a culture of client/patient safety through work and daily practices Education Provides education to clients, families, staff, and where appropriate, students and community professionals Provides clinical placements for students Professional Development/Leadership Ensures the maintenance of the Standards of Care for Therapeutic Recreation and Life Skills Identifies learning needs and establishes goals Identifies practice issues and participates in their resolution Remains current with professional literature Research and Best Practice(s) Participates in research activities as applicable Utilizes research information to inform evidence based practice Other duties as assigned QUALIFICATIONS Bachelor’s Degree in Recreation, with therapeutic recreation emphasis preferred Bachelor Degree in Allied health program with relevant work experience Maintain updated CPR status as required Valid Ontario Class “F” Driver’s license - preferred Previous job related experience required Specialize Life Skills training preferred Experience working in the field of Therapeutic Recreation, with adolescents who have physical disabilities Written and verbal English language communication skills required to effectively communicate with clients, families and members of the interdisciplinary team Proven ability to measure service effectiveness and efficiency Demonstrates ability to organize time and meet deadlines Demonstrates initiative and self-direction Demonstrates ability to effectively and efficiently manage fluctuating clinical responsibilities Proven ability to work with clients, individuals and in a group setting Proven ability to be an effective member of an inter-professional team Demonstrates knowledge of evidence based practice in Therapeutic Recreation Must be available to work evenings and weekends Access to a vehicle preferred   About the Organization Holland Bloorview Kids Rehabilitation Hospital creates a world of possibility by supporting children and youth with disabilities, medical complexity, illness and injury. All of our work is guided by our strategic plan, Transformative Care, Inclusive World: Holland Bloorview 2030. The plan: https://strategicplan.hollandbloorview.ca/ To get a glimpse as to who Holland Bloorview is, we invite you to watch the Dear Everybody, This is Holland Bloorview video. Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kbp-WhflXXo&feature=youtu.be Holland Bloorview is committed to fostering a climate of inclusion, diversity, equity accessibility, and anti-racism (IDEAA). This commitment is central to, and mutually supportive of, our research excellence mandate. We welcome and respect the diversity of all members of our community and we seek to create an inclusive culture for our clients, families, research scientists, staff, participants, trainees, volunteers, trustees, and partners. To help in our journey towards fully reflecting the communities we partner with, we welcome and encourage applications from Black individuals and other racialized persons, Indigenous Peoples, women, persons with disabilities, LGBTQI2SA+ persons, and others who may contribute to further diversification of ideas within our community. Holland Bloorview is committed to fair assessment of a candidate's abilities, and consideration for diversity of thought, method, and experience, including non-traditional career paths. In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, accommodation will be provided throughout the recruitment process to applicants with disabilities. Please notify us of any accommodations that you require by contacting humanresources@hollandbloorview.ca or 416-425-6220.   This position is currently not accepting applications. 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