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Recreation Therapist

Recreation Therapist

Retirement Concepts • Victoria, BC
30+ days ago
Salary
CA$30.76–CA$35.44 hourly
Job type
  • Full-time
  • Quick Apply
Job description
This position is covered under the HEABC wage levelling. Please note the wage is currently being adjusted and topped up by the government and the displayed wage is therefore reflective of such initiative.

About Us

At West Coast Seniors Housing Management, we see our communities as a family and we are equally committed to our residents and our staff. We provide an engaging work environment and treat each other with respect and dignity. We invest in the growth and development of our teams to actively participate in the creation of memories and moments that matter to our residents.

About the Role

The Recreation Therapist reports to the Therapeutic Recreation Manager/ Recreation Manager or designate. This role assesses, develops and implements person centered therapeutic recreation programs to meet the holistic needs and interests of persons served. Collaborating with a variety of teams within the community to provide goal orientated outcomes.

Responsibilities

Include but not limited to;

  • Be an engaged collaborative team player, developing and maintaining professional relationships that support and strengthen the organizational culture and purpose.
  • Performs assessments of resident leisure functioning, strengths and limitations upon admission and as required.
  • Develops and implements recreation and leisure programs for individuals and groups according to practice based evidence and current trends.
  • Supports the completion of monthly calendars to reflect all domains and function levels to reflect resident’s needs, interests and abilities.
  • Assists and evaluates programs or protocols as required to meet person centered goals, needs and operational requirements.
  • Assists with admission and orientation of new residents and tenants.
  • Reports and documents resident progress, function and program participation.
  • Collaborates with interdisciplinary team, resident and family to prepare for pre/post resident care conferences. Attends as required.
  • Provides quarterly and annual assessments based on standards of practice and requirements of MDS-RAI and care planning timeframes.
  • Motivates and encourages resident participation through initiatives such as Resident Council to ensure resident needs and rights are being maintained and heard.
  • Assists with student and volunteer placements, orientation and evaluation when required.
  • Actively participates in orientation of new staff, community programs, meetings, committees and educational in-services.
  • Maintains a safe environment for residents, family and staff, through: accident prevention, knowledge of emergency procedures and regulations, the safe use of supplies and equipment and reporting when repairs are necessary, and utilizing infection control procedures
  • Develops and maintains relationships and promotes Recreation Therapy with external partnerships and agencies to enhance resident programming.
  • Performs other related duties as required.

Qualifications & Skills:

  • A two-year Recreation or equivalent Diploma.
  • Two year related experience in Long Term Care setting preferred.
  • Experience programming for Alzheimer Disease and related Dementia’s is an asset.
  • Member or eligibility for British Columbia Therapeutic Recreation Association (BCTRA).
  • Valid First Aid Level 1 Certificate with CPR required.
  • Serving It Right Certificate.
  • Food Safe Level 1 Certificate an asset
  • Valid Class 4 (Unrestricted) BC Driver’s License as required.
  • All successful applicants must pass the vulnerable sector Criminal Record Check applicable to Provincial guidelines.
  • Ability to push, pull, stoop, crouch, lift and carry up to 50 lbs. Must be able to work with cleaners, detergents and other cleaning equipment.
  • Ability to read, write and speak English proficiently and understand verbal and written instructions.
  • Good interpersonal and organizational skills.
  • Intermediate computer skills including Word, Publisher, and Outlook.

West Coast Seniors Housing Management is an equal opportunity employer.

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