Recreation Therapy Assistant- Algoma Geriatric Consultant Team- Part Time

Join Sault Area Hospital as a Recreation Therapy Assistant on the Algoma Geriatric Consultant Team (Part Time). The assistant reports to the patient care manager of Geriatric Services and works with the Recreational Therapist and interdisciplinary team to enhance the patient experience and support the Hospital Elder Life Program (HELP).

Responsibilities

• Be an active member of the interdisciplinary team to provide information and input into individual patient participation in recreational therapy programming.
• Provide activity programs and / or services under the direction of the full‑time Recreational Therapist(s).
• Assist in the planning, development, delivery, and evaluation of appropriate activities (meal support, mobility support, communication, cognitive, and social stimulation) for patient populations within an acute care setting.
• Maintain adequate resources to support the Inpatient Geriatric Consult Team and HELP.
• Collaborate and communicate with the Recreational Therapist(s) on all levels of programming and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Comply with legislative, organizational, and departmental regulations, standards, and procedures related to Occupational Health and Safety and Infection Control.
• Onboard and support HELP volunteers to complete their assigned duties as required.
• Maintain daily documentation to monitor and track patient participation and responsiveness to treatment / intervention in accordance with established protocols.
• Record and input statistical data as required.
• Engage in personal development and skill building.
• Maintain current status with all program communication, education, and information.
• Engage in the annual self‑evaluation and performance development process.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Experience

Knowledge, Skills & Ability

Other Information

Because the nature of the work may change, other responsibilities and duties may be assigned, and qualifications may be adjusted from time to time. Only those selected for the interview / test will be contacted. Individuals will be selected based on their ability, experience, and qualifications as identified in their resume, which must be attached to the application. The Hospital reserves the right to conduct formal interviews and / or testing where required. Reason for job posting : Existing vacancy.

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