-R Therapeutic Recreationist PT

Job Description

THERAPEUTIC RECREATIONIST (23-R881)

Bargaining Unit : SEIU-HERITAGE

Status : Part Time

Department : Manor House Adult Day Program

Site : St. Joseph's Heritage

Shifts : Days including weekends

Rate of Pay : $21.76 - $23.18 per hour

The Therapeutic Recreationist utilizes recreation to maximize independence and promote an optimal leisure lifestyle. Therapeutic Recreationist is responsible for the assessments, interventions, and evaluations to promote skill development in all leisure domains.

The Therapeutic Recreationist works as part of an interprofessional team and acts as a consultant to other disciplines and outside agencies.

Qualifications :

Education / Experience :

• Degree / diploma in Therapeutic Recreation or Recreation and Leisure Studies with Therapeutic Recreation course content (Therapeutic Recreation specialization)
• Experience in Therapeutic Recreation programming as it relates to programs offered in long term care settings

Assets :

• Training in Gentle Persuasive Approach and / or Montessori is an asset
• Professional member in good standing with Therapeutic Recreation Ontario (TRO)
• Registration designation with TRO (R / TRO - a voluntary credential)
• Membership with the Canadian Therapeutic Recreation Association or similar related associations

CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT

• This position shall be conditional upon a satisfactory Police Vulnerable Sector Check (PVSC) where indicated, to ensure the absence of relevant criminal convictions.
• Offers of employment made to external candidates are conditional upon providing proof of COVID-19 vaccination as per the or proof of valid medical exemption, prior to the offered effective date.

If proof of vaccination or valid medical exemption is not provided, the offer of employment is rescinded.