LOFT Community Services·Toronto, Ontario
The Life Enrichment Worker is responsible for assessing, planning, and implementing therapeutic recreational programs to enhance the quality of life for seniors with complex mental and physical health challenges. They work within an interdisciplinary team to provide individualized care, facilitate group activities, and support clients in building social skills and interpersonal relationships.
September 9, 2026 Location: Toronto, ON - Social Medicine Housing Solutions Compensation: $52,022 - $61,821 Annually Prorated Contract Duration: 1-Year Contract Work Type: Onsite (Multiple locations across Toronto) Job ID: 10993079 Existing or New Position: Existing
LOFT Community Services is a unique and dynamic charitable organization that supports people living with complex issues such as mental and physical health challenges, substance use challenges, poverty and homelessness. Serving 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: Social Medicine Housing Solution (Social Medicine) is an interdisciplinary team of providers from the University Health Network and LOFT Community Services that provides wrap around services to individuals with concurrent conditions that span physical and mental health challenges and social and economic vulnerability who are experiencing homelessness or at risk of losing their housing.
Social Medicine delivers clinical hands-on support to those with complex healthcare needs providing outreach and case management services with access to psychiatric and medical assessment, consultation, and access to treatment, service planning, advocacy, and system navigation support. The aim of this partnership is to provide low barrier access to housing for these individuals, while assisting in stabilizing their physical and mental health, substance use, behavioural, psychosocial, and social drivers of health challenges. The Social Medicine team works from a housing first and harm reduction approach. The goal is to work with individuals in getting connected to housing and follow up support that meets the level of need required for each individual to live successfully in the community.
The Life Enrichment Worker (LEW) is responsible for working within an interdisciplinary team and enhancing the quality of life 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.
Assess clients' physical, social, and recreational needs to determine program suitability and develop individualized therapeutic recreation plans. Plan, implement, and evaluate therapeutic recreation programs that support clients' physical, mental, and emotional well-being. Monitor client progress, maintain accurate documentation, and adjust programs to meet evolving needs. Collaborate with interdisciplinary care teams, families, and community partners to ensure client-centered care and support transitions when required. Facilitate therapeutic activities including recreation, leisure, fitness, arts, music, and relaxation programs. Identify and address potential risks while promoting a safe and supportive environment for clients. Support staff, students, and volunteers through training, mentorship, and ongoing professional development. Participate in on-call rotations, special projects, and other duties as assigned by Program Manager and/or designated.
What
You
Bring: Degree or diploma in Therapeutic Recreation or a related field with a therapeutic recreation focus. Minimum 2 years of experience supporting older adults and seniors with mental health, cognitive, neurological, addiction, and/or responsive behavioural challenges. Knowledge of and experience with Psychosocial Rehabilitation (PSR) approaches and best practices, including GPA, Montessori Methods for Dementia, PIECES, and Restorative Care. First Aid and CPR certification. Strong assessment, program planning, facilitation, and problem-solving skills. Ability to build positive, supportive relationships with clients and work effectively with diverse populations. Excellent communication, documentation, organizational, and computer skills. Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively within an interdisciplinary team. Reliable, adaptable, and able to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment. Additional language skills are considered an asset.
Work
Environment: Will be required to work in resident rooms and may be exposed to second hand smoke. Walk up and down stairs, physically able to assist clients with daily living activities . 10%-20% travel to different locations with transit and/or own vehicle, outdoor travel. Lifting objects up to 50 lbs.
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.
Candidates must hold a degree or diploma in Therapeutic Recreation or a related field and possess at least two years of experience supporting older adults with complex needs. Proficiency in psychosocial rehabilitation approaches, strong documentation skills, and valid First Aid and CPR certifications are required.
Market context
In Ontario, behavioral-health roles are typically driven by ongoing need in community, outpatient, and support settings serving people with mental health or substance use challenges. These positions can be competitive because employers often look for experience with diverse populations plus a high school diploma or GED, with a bachelor’s in social work or a related field preferred. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then tailor your application to show relevant client-facing experience and readiness to work with varied needs.
