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Recreation TherapistIsland Health • Duncan, BC, CA
Recreation Therapist

Recreation Therapist

Island Health • Duncan, BC, CA
13 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education, Training And Experience

  • Bachelor's degree in Therapeutic Recreation.
  • Eligible for registration with the British Columbia Therapeutic Recreation Association.
  • Comprehensive knowledge Mental Health and Substance Use rehabilitation practices.
  • Relevant clinical experience.
  • Valid BC drivers license.

Skills And Abilities

  • Ability to work independently, plan and organize workload, maintain flexibility and establish priorities.
  • Ability to select, administer, implement, score, analyze and interpret standardized and non-standardized assessments.
  • Ability to select goal-directed and outcome-oriented interventions aimed at maintenance and/or enhancement of individual leisure status and functional level.
  • Ability to collaborate effectively with others including clients, families, support workers, volunteers, referring professionals, recreation centres and other agencies.
  • Ability to work effectively as part of an inter-professional team.
  • Demonstrated oral and written communication skills including interviewing, interpersonal and leadership skills, problem-solving ability and conflict resolution skills.
  • Physical ability to perform the duties of this position.
  • Computer literacy with software programs such as Word Processing and Microsoft Outlook.
  • Knowledge of the principles of adult education and demonstrated ability to teach and empower clients.
  • Ability to practice sound professional judgment, empathy, tact and integrity.
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