Activities Coordinator

Our Vision

Prophet River First Nation strives to be a self-reliant culturally connected First Nation with proud, responsible, independent members; a clear, viable and environmentally responsible economic future for our citizens; and a healthy happy, drug and alcohol-free community that thrives on mutual respect, integrity, honesty and traditional cultural values.

Position Summary

The Activities Coordinator develops and implements fitness and recreation activities for the Prophet River community.   The incumbent creates and delivers activities for members of all ages to maintain and improve their health and wellness.

Primary/Core Responsibilities

Learns and performs all duties and responsibilities in accordance with Prophet River First Nation policies, standards, practices and procedures, as directed by the Director of Health and Wellness.  

All employees are expected to conduct themselves in a professional and ethical manner that respects and promotes the cultural values of Prophet River First Nation.

Recreation and Fitness Programs

• Coordinates the schedule of recreational activities and events targeting all groups within the PRFN community (i.e. children, parents, youth, elders, members with disabilities).
• Develops and communicates a program schedule of varied gym activities, team sports, and special events.
• Seeks feedback and ideas from members for future programs and activities.  Maintains open communication with members. 
• Looks for new resources/ideas to improve indoor and outdoor programs.  
• Collaborates closely with other Health and Wellness team members in developing new programs and activities as well as special community events.
• Works with community members 1:1 and in groups to instruct them how to safely use and care for gym equipment.  Ensures members use equipment properly and safely.
• Assumes responsibility for the day-to-day operation of the gym facility and equipment.  Ensures proper security procedures are followed in opening and closing the facility. 
• Leads the set-up and tear down of equipment for various activities.
• Signs members in/out when participating in activities or using equipment and ensures their safety while participating in activities.

Administration

• Prepares an activity schedule and works with the Director of Health & Wellness to budget for any associated costs. 
• Develops promotional strategies to maximize participation in various fitness activities and events.
• Maintains equipment inventory and ensures equipment maintenance requirements are met. 
• Maintains records and activity reports related to programs and events – i.e. participation, feedback from participants, summary of costs etc. 
• Provides input and recommendations with regard to existing or proposed programs.

Other General Duties

• All employees are expected to respect the confidentiality of all information pertaining to PRFN, and not disclose it to anyone who does not have a legitimate/official need for it. If you have any questions about the confidentiality of information entrusted to you or to which you have access, please discuss with your supervisor. Please note that your obligations of confidentiality will continue indefinitely, including after separation of employment.
• All employees are expected to display and promote a genuine respect for Prophet River First Nation culture and protocols.
• May work with the Health & Wellness team to run activities and events in other program areas.  May provide back up to other programs as required during vacation or leaves. 

Other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Training, Education and Experience

• Grade 12 
• Prior experience working in a recreation or fitness program.
• Experience working with or within an Indigenous community.
• Satisfactory Criminal Record Check (Vulnerable Sector).
• Level 1 First Aid and CPR.
• Valid B.C. Class 5 Driver’s License (this may not be necessary) 

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Well-developed communication and interpersonal skills.
• Good client services skills. Friendly, positive, responsive, professional and helpful.
• Ability to design, deliver and assess effective recreation programing for people of all ages.
• Physical fitness at a level to lead various sports and recreational activities.
• Ability to promote and market programs and events to maximize participation.
• Ability to facilitate group activities as well as working with individuals one to one.
• Patient, with the ability to show compassion and understanding.
• Professional with the ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Basic computer and administration skills. 
• Able to work independently with minimal day-to-day supervision as well as working within a collaborative team framework.  Able to encourage, foster and model cooperative approaches for the well-being of the Prophet River community and our members.
• Ability to demonstrate and promote a genuine respect for Prophet River First Nation culture and protocols.

Working Conditions

Work is performed primarily in the Prophet River gym, Health Centre, and other community settings.  Flexibility to work a varied schedule including evenings and weekends.