Job Description

Location: Burlington,Ontario,Canada

We are currently hiring a Full-Time Recreation Programmer to join our team at our Bethany Residence program in Burlington.

Located in Burlington, Bethany Residence is owned by the Halton Region and operated by AbleLiving Services with 128 beds. Bethany offers shared bedroom accommodation with all meals included as well as life skills, recreation and housekeeping supports in a large congregate setting.

Under the direction of the Program Coordinator or designate, this position is responsible for planning and leading the implementation of life skills and recreation programs as identified by individual clients’ needs and goals. This position collaborates with internal staff and community partners for a holistic approach to programs and services. This position assists in evaluating the effectiveness of programs and implements changes as needed.

Interested in bringing your talent to our team? Here is what we offer:

• Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP)
• Health Benefits
• Ongoing opportunities for education, training, development, and growth
• Tuition reimbursement opportunities
• Employee Assistance Program
• $500 signing bonus

Thrive Group is proud to be certified as one of Canada’s Great Places to Work®! In addition, we have been recognized and awarded as:

• 2026 Best Workplaces with the Most Trusted Executive Team
• 2026 Top 50 Best Workplaces in Canada
• 2026 Best Workplaces for Women

Requirements:

• Must possess a Recreation Therapy diploma, Developmental Services Worker diploma, Social Services Worker diploma or equivalent.
• May be required to pursue needed knowledge and/or certifications such as, bliss symbols and/or sign language.
• One year of related experience in the development, implementation and evaluation of life skills programs or equivalent.
• Experience working with people with disabilities an asset.
• Must demonstrate competency levels in the following areas: the ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing; Foster, enhance and maintain an effective team work environment; take action in an urgent or emergency situation; Apply training methods and procedures appropriately; Identify alternative solutions and approaches to problems;
• Demonstrate a positive and solution focused approach, act in a respectful manner, listen to requests, be supportive of opinions and contributions of others and accept and provide constructive feedback in considerate manner; Respond diplomatically and show sensitivity to issues raised; Be creative/inventive;
• Demonstrate excellent planning and organizational skills and be flexible to accommodate needs of others; Demonstrate qualities such as reliability, punctuality and accountability in areas of services provided, and as a member of the organization’s team.

Job Type: Full-time, permanent. 40 hours per week. This includes working every other weekend.

Compensation/Hourly Range $21.25 to $26.54

Deadline to apply: Friday April 17, 2026 at 11:59pm

*compensation set in accordance with experience and qualifications

We are currently hiring to fill an existing position on our team. While we thank all applicants for their applications, only those advancing to the interview stage will be contacted.

At Thrive Group, we embrace equity, diversity, and inclusion. Our commitment to this is directly linked to our organizational values of Teamwork, Honesty, Respect, Innovation, Versatility, and Excellence. Thrive Group strives to attract, develop, and retain a workforce that is as diverse as the residents, clients, and customers we serve and are committed to providing an accessible candidate experience through the recruitment and selection process. Should you require accommodation through any stage of the recruitment process, please contact the Human Resources Department at 289-309-8477 or email hr@thrivegroup.ca

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