Detailed Overview
Under the direction of the Recreation Therapist or designate, plans, develops, implements and evaluates therapeutic recreation and social programs to meet the physical, social, emotional, cognitive, intellectual and spiritual needs of the clients for the designated program. Responsibilities Plans, implements and evaluates a therapeutic recreation program involving individual and group activities such as arts and crafts, sports, music, mental aerobics, woodworking, cooking, gardening and exercises to meet the client's social, emotional, intellectual and spiritual needs and interests. Prepares a calendar of events and instructs participants in the techniques and any required adaptations of related activities to meet the needs of the resident. Monitors and evaluates the effectiveness of Recreation therapy and social programs and recommends program changes; conducts comprehensive therapeutic recreational and social needs assessments; consults with family and nursing/medical staff to determine the activities based on client's needs. Participates in interdisciplinary team meetings and provides verbal and written progress reports on the emotional well-being and social behaviour of clients to the Recreation Therapist and nursing/medical staff; identifies and recommends community and facility resources that may be of additional interest or need of the client. Schedules work assignments and provides direction to designated volunteers during activity programs including demonstrating relevant techniques; determines volunteer resources required and participates in the recruitment, selection and training of volunteers. Maintains a safe environment for clients, families, volunteers and staff by following established emergency and safety practices and procedures; identifies problems related to client safety and care standards and informs the Recreation Therapist or designate. Coordinates inventory of equipment, tools and materials and makes purchase recommendations. Performs other related duties as assigned. Qualifications Education and Experience Graduation from a recognized recreational program plus one year recent, related experience or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience. Skills and Abilities Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing. Ability to deal with others effectively. Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position. Ability to supervise. Ability to organize work. Ability to operate related equipment. About Fraser Health Fraser Health is the heart of health care for over two million people in Metro Vancouver and the Fraser Valley in British Columbia, Canada, on the traditional, ancestral and unceded lands of the Coast Salish and Nlaka’pamux Nations and is home to 32 First Nations within the Fraser Salish region. People - those we care for and those who care for them - are at the heart of everything we do. Our hospital and community-based services are delivered by a team of 48,+ staff, medical staff and volunteers. We are committed to planetary health and value diversity in the work force. We strive to maintain an environment of respect, caring and trust. Fraser Health’s hiring practices aspire to ensure all individuals are treated in an inclusive, equitable and culturally safe manner. Together, we are the heart of health care. Instagram | Facebook | LinkedIn | X | Indeed | Glassdoor IMPORTANT: Recruitment scam warning Please be on alert for recruitment scams. We are aware of several scams targeting individuals by falsely claiming to represent Fraser Health. Always take precautions when sharing personal details with unverified sources. Please note that we will never ask for money or payment, nor ask you to download or install an app at any point during our recruitment process.Recreation Programmer-Home Health-Maple Ridge • Maple Ridge / Pitt Meadows, British Columbia, CA
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