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Recreation TherapistUniversity Health Network • Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Recreation Therapist

Recreation Therapist

University Health Network • Toronto, Ontario, Canada
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
  • Part-time
Job description

Union : Non-Union

Number of vacancies :   1

New or Replacement Position :   Replacement

Site : West Park

Department :   Recreation Therapy

Reports to :   Manager Program Services

Salary Range :   $33.80 to $42.25

Hours :   37.5 Weekly

Shifts :   Days

Status : Temporary Full-Time (Until April 2026)

Closing Date : January 8 2026

Duties

  • Performing comprehensive assessments of patients and plan individual and group interventions
  • Collaborating in an inter-professional environment in providing patient focused care
  • Contributing to program planning and development
  • Planning implementing and evaluating Recreation Therapy interventions
  • Complying with and commitment to patient safety responsibilities and corresponding hospital plans policies and procedures in order to ensure a safe environment for patients

Qualifications :

  • Bachelors degree in Recreation and Leisure studies with a major / emphasis in Therapeutic Recreation or Bachelors degree in a related field (Kinesiology Physical Education Psychology or Health Studies).
  • Post-diploma in Therapeutic Recreation.
  • Membership in either a Provincial National State or International Therapeutic Recreation Professional Association.
  • R / TRO designation (Preferred)
  • Eligibility for Certification (Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist - CTRS)
  • Experience working in rehabilitation and complex continuing care environment (preferred)
  • Basic Cardiac Life Support Level C Healthcare Provider.
  • Minimum of 2 years experience in the practice of Therapeutic Recreation.
  • Expertise in planning implementation and evaluation of Therapeutic Recreation interventions.
  • Excellent organizational and communication skills
  • Sound judgment and ability to work independently and in a team setting.
  • Additional Information :

    Why join UHN

    In addition to working alongside some of the most talented and inspiring healthcare professionals in the world UHN offers a wide range of benefits programs and perks. It is the comprehensiveness of these offerings that makes it a differentiating factor allowing you to find value where it matters most to you now and throughout your career at UHN.

  • Competitive offer packages
  • Government organization and a member of the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP access to Transit and UHN shuttle service
  • A flexible work environment
  • Opportunities for development and promotions within a large organization
  • Additional perks (multiple corporate discounts including : travel restaurants parking phone plans auto insurance discounts on-site gyms etc.)
  • Current UHN employees must have successfully completed their probationary period have a good employee record along with satisfactory attendance in accordance with UHNs attendance management program to be eligible for consideration.

    All applications must be submitted before the posting close date.

    UHN uses email to communicate with selected candidates.  Please ensure you check your email regularly.

    Please be advised that a Criminal Record Check may be required of the successful candidate. Should it be determined that any information provided by a candidate be misleading inaccurate or incorrect UHN reserves the right to discontinue with the consideration of their application.

    UHN is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive recruitment process and workplace. Requests for accommodation can be made at any stage of the recruitment process. Applicants need to make their requirements known.

    We thank all applicants for their interest however only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

    Remote Work : No

    Employment Type : Part-time

    Key Skills

    Experience Working With Students,Time Management,Acute Care,HTTPS,Speech Therapy,Assistive Technologies,Autism Experience,Pediatrics Experience,Home Care,Interpretation,Patient Service Experience,Phone Etiquette

    Experience : years

    Vacancy : 1

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