2600000210 - Therapeutic Recreation Assistant- LTC

Job Information

Title : Therapeutic Recreation Assistant – LTC

Employment : Temporary Part Time (12 Months)

Department : AJAX LTC RECREATIONAL THERAPY

Program : Long Term Care

Location : Lakeridge Health Ajax, ON – Long Term Care

Wage : $35.020 - $36.970 per hour

CUPE : 2600000210

Position Summary

Reporting to the Manager of Program Supports, the Therapeutic Recreation Assistant supports the development, delivery, and evaluation of group and individual recreation programs that meet the physical, emotional, mental, and social needs of residents.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and evaluate individual and group recreation programs that meet residents’ needs and interests.
• Collaborate with the care team to assess residents’ strengths, abilities, and needs.
• Instruct and support residents through various programs, adapting programming for residents with disabilities or impairments.
• Maintain accurate records of residents’ attendance and participation.
• Communicate and promote recreation programming to residents, team members, families, volunteers, and the community to encourage participation.
• Observe and communicate changes in residents’ condition or behavior to the care team.
• Provide guidance to volunteers and students.
• Provide support to other departments as needed.
• Work in current standards of the Ministry of Health and Long Term Care and all relevant by‑laws, legislation, acts and regulations.

Qualifications

Conditions of Employment

The terms and conditions of employment are in accordance with the Collective Agreement between the Hospital and C.U.P.E Local 6364.

Accommodation

Accommodation will be provided in all parts of the recruitment and assessment process in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). If you require any accommodation at any point during the application and hiring process, please contact recruitment@lh.ca .

Diversity

At Lakeridge Health, we value inclusion and diversity. We are committed to fostering a culture that is respectful, inclusive, and accessible. We welcome applications from all qualified applicants from all backgrounds.

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