Life Enrichment Worker_FT-Contract

Title of Job: Life Enrichment Worker
Date: July 23, 2026
Closing Date: August 6, 2026
Location: Toronto, ON - Spencer High Support Housing
Compensation: $52,022 - $61,821 Annually Prorated
Contract Duration: 6-Month Contract
Work Type: Onsite
Job ID: 10928526
Existing or New Position: Existing

Who We Are:
LOFT Community Services is a unique and dynamic charitable organization that supports people living with complicated issues such as mental and physical health challenges, substance use challenges, poverty and homelessness. Serving approximately 19,534 annually and providing 1,839 units of supportive housing last year, LOFT is one of Ontario’s largest mental health service providers of its kind. LOFT is also recognized as a Nonprofit Employer of Choice™ Award (NEOC) recipient.

Program Summary:
Spencer High Support Housing provides permanent housing and residential support for adults living with mental health challenges and who were homeless and identify as transgender, non-binary, or gender expansive.

Job Summary
The Life Enrichment Worker (LEW) is responsible for working within an interdisciplinary team and enhancing the quality of llife for older adults and seniors living within a LOFT Program who are facing complex challenges. These complex challenges could include mental health and/or addiction challenges, cognitive impairment, ongoing physical health issues, responsive behaviours and/or other neurological disorders. The LEW is responsible for the effective operation and delivery of all recreational programming, which includes assessing, planning, implementing, coordinating, and evaluating a variety of innovative recreational, educational, or therapeutic program activities that will support the achievement of optimal individualized care for the client, and further assists in building their interpersonal relationships and social skills. This position will include both individual and group work.

What You Will Do:

• Oversee the assessment of clients to determine suitability for program participation.
• Execute a therapeutic program targeted toward what the client requires most.
• Manage the assessment of physical and social needs of the client to ensure program meets client’s needs.
• Observe, analyze, and record clients' participation, reactions, and progress during programs, modifying treatment programs as needed.
• Counsel and encourage clients to develop leisure activities.
• Work with clients’ treatment team to plan and evaluate therapy programs.
• Conduct therapy sessions to improve clients' mental and physical well-being.
• Instruct client in activities and techniques, such as sports, dance, music, art, or relaxation techniques, designed to meet their specific physical or psychological needs.
• Plan and facilitate community-based recreational, social, and wellness activities, including community outings and weekly meal programs, to support client engagement and well-being.
• Work with the Program Manager and/or designated to ensure that the personal care plan for each client is in conjunction with the care team and family and based on the client’s needs and preferences and monitor each client’s progress as it relates to the client’s care plan.
• Identify areas of risk and recommend and/or take actions as appropriate
• Maintaining accurate records and files on the provision of service to clients
• Ensure training objectives and requirements are met while ensuring on-going training and development for staff, students, and volunteers.
• Recognize and communicate training needs of program.
• Undertake special projects and tasks as assigned.
• Provide other duties, as assigned by Program Manager and/or designated.

What You Bring:

• Degree and/or diploma in Therapeutic Recreation or recreation with a therapeutic concentration.
• Minimum 2 years’ experience with vulnerable populations who may be living with mental illness, cognitive and neurological illnesses, addiction challenges and/or responsive behaviours who have been longer term hospital patients.
• Knowledge and training in GPA.
• Knowledge and proven experience working with clients in a PSR (Psychosocial Rehabilitation) approach.
• Knowledge and proven experience serving Non-Binary / Gender Expansive / Transgender pupations etc.
• First Aid and CPR certification.
• Food Handlers certificates, an asset (can be completed after hire)
• Ability to organize and work with individuals and groups in the areas of assessment, program planning and problem solving.
• Ability to interact with clients in a positive and supportive manner.
• Physically able to perform required duties.
• Good oral and written skills; excellent computer skills; ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Demonstrated effectiveness working with minimal supervision with proven reliability and trustworthiness.
• A valid drivers’ license and access to your own vehicle is required.
• Ability to communicate in a different language, an asset

Work Environment:

Will be required to work in client rooms and may be exposed to second hand smoke.

Walk up and down stairs, physically able to assist client with daily living activities.

10%-20% travel to different locations with transit and/or own vehicle, outdoor travel.

Lifting objects up to 50 lbs.

What We Offer:

24/7 Employee Assistance Program

E-learning program available all year round

Starting vacation time above minimum standard

Additional paid personal and paid sick days

Professional development budget available to help you nurture and shape your career

Corporate Gym membership rate with GoodLife Fitness

Access to Perkopolis, a comprehensive corporate discount program

Access to unlimited DEI trainings through partnership Canadian Centre for Diversity and Inclusion

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion:
LOFT Community Services is a values-driven organization with a deep belief that each person has the ability to grow and change. We value compassion, collaboration, and community delivered with dignity, innovation, and excellence. LOFT’s vision is that together, we can all live successfully in our community. Our client population reflects Ontario’s diverse community and it is LOFT’s goal to build a workforce who also reflects that diversity. LOFT believes there are many ways to develop skills and build experience and expertise. So even if you don’t “tick all the boxes” but think you’d thrive in this role, you are encouraged to apply.

Note:

• A satisfactory vulnerable sector check (VSC) is also required.
• This posting provides only a summary of the responsibilities and requirements for the position