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Sunrise Developmental Support Services

Recreation Support Staff

Whitby, ON, Canada

Full-time

Within 25 km of Whitby · About 9.1 km from the city centre

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Job type: Full-time
Apply by: Dec 5, 2026
Posted: Nov 5, 2026

Original job description

Company Description: Sunrise Developmental Support Services (Sunrise DSS) is a registered charity, founded in 1991, that provides support and services for youth and adults with developmental disabilities. The organization operates a Day Program, Community Program, and Recreational Program designed to promote inclusion, independence, and meaningful engagement. Sunrise DSS focuses on person-centred supports that help individuals build social, life, and leisure skills within safe and supportive environments. Team members work collaboratively to create opportunities for participants to connect with their communities, pursue interests, and enhance overall well-being.

Role Description: The Recreation Support Staff is a part-time, on-site role located in Whitby, ON. This position supports participants in recreational and community-based activities, encouraging social interaction, skill development, and engagement in structured and unstructured leisure programs. Day-to-day tasks include assisting with activity planning and setup, guiding individuals during group and one-to-one programming, and promoting safety, dignity, and respect in all interactions. The role involves monitoring participant needs, implementing support strategies, documenting observations, and communicating effectively with team members, families, and caregivers. Recreation Support Staff may also assist with transportation coordination, basic behavioural supports, and ensuring that equipment, materials, and program spaces are organized and ready for use. Support participants with personal hygiene as required.

Qualifications:

Experience working or volunteering as a Support Worker or in similar direct-support roles with individuals with developmental disabilities.
Strong Interpersonal Skills and Communication abilities to build positive relationships and collaborate with participants, families, and colleagues.
Knowledge of Safeguarding practices, including maintaining safety, confidentiality, and adherence to organizational policies and relevant regulations.
Basic Technical Support skills to use and troubleshoot program-related devices, communication tools, and documentation systems.
Relevant education or training in social services, recreation, developmental services, or a related field (e.g., DSW, social service worker, recreational therapy) is an asset.
Demonstrated ability to work in a team environment, follow individualized support plans, and respond calmly and professionally to changing needs.
Availability to work on-site part-time, with flexibility for daytime, evening, or weekend programming as required.
Requirement to work one week at our Summer Camp in August and one shift during our New Year's Eve Overnight Bash.
CPR/First Aid certification and a clear background or vulnerable sector check are preferred.
Driver's licence required.
Experience providing personal hygiene or willingness to learn.

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Responsibilities

Support participants in recreational and community activities by assisting with planning and setup, guiding group and one-to-one programming, and promoting safety, dignity, social interaction, and skill development. Monitor participant needs, implement support strategies, document observations, communicate with team members and families, and help coordinate transportation and maintain program spaces and equipment.

Requirements

Experience working or volunteering in a support role with people with developmental disabilities is sought, along with strong communication skills, safeguarding knowledge, teamwork, and the ability to follow individualized support plans. Relevant education is an asset; a driver's licence is required, and CPR/First Aid certification and a clear background or vulnerable sector check are preferred.

Skills

Direct Support
Interpersonal Communication
Participant Engagement
Activity Planning
Group Facilitation
Individualized Support Plans
Safeguarding
Confidentiality
Basic Behavioural Support
Personal Hygiene Assistance
Documentation
Team Collaboration
Transportation Coordination
Technical Troubleshooting
CPR and First Aid
Driver's Licence

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Keywords

Developmental Disabilities
Recreational Programming
Community-Based Activities
Person-Centred Support
Social Skills
Life Skills
Leisure Skills
Individualized Support Plans
Safeguarding
Confidentiality
Behavioural Support
Personal Hygiene
Activity Planning
Participant Documentation
Transportation Coordination
Technical Support
CPR
First Aid
Vulnerable Sector Check
Driver's Licence
Summer Camp
New Year's Eve Overnight Bash

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