Clinical Supervisor, Therapeutic Recreation, Residential Services

Fraser Health Authority; Burnaby; On-site; CAD 54,277 - 67,791; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive, 100% Employer‑Paid Benefits

Generous Vacation Time

Immediate Pension Enrollment

Job summary

A regional health authority is seeking a Clinical Supervisor for Therapeutic Recreation in Burnaby, BC. This role involves planning, implementing, and evaluating services in residential care, supervising staff, and providing clinical guidance. The ideal candidate requires a Bachelor's in Therapeutic Recreation and supervisory experience. Benefits include employer-paid coverage and generous vacation time. Join a team dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for residents through effective therapeutic programs.

Qualifications

• Three years of recent related experience in therapeutic recreation.
• One year of recent supervisory experience.
• Eligibility for membership in the British Columbia Therapeutic Recreation Association.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate day‑to‑day therapeutic recreation activities.
• Supervise designated staff through delegation.
• Provide clinical services to residents.

Skills

Effective communication, both verbal and written

Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships

Conflict resolution and problem-solving skills

Ability to promote and manage change

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Therapeutic Recreation

Job description

Clinical Supervisor, Therapeutic Recreation, Residential Services

Salary: CAD $39.40 - $49.21 / hour

Job Summary

We are currently looking to fill a casual opportunity for Clinical Supervisor, Therapeutic Recreation, Residential Services at Fellburn Care Centre located in Burnaby, BC.

Benefits

• Comprehensive, 100% Employer‑Paid Benefits: Enjoy peace of mind with full coverage.
• Generous Vacation Time: eligible employees can earn up to four weeks of vacation to recharge and relax.
• Benefit Portability: Seamlessly transfer your benefits from another HEABC employer.
• Immediate Pension Enrollment: Secure your future with a defined municipal pension plan from day one.
• Maternity Top‑Up: Receive an 87% top‑up during maternity leave.
• TransLink Pass Subsidy: Save on commuting costs with a 50% subsidy on TransLink passes.
• Additional employee discounts and perks available.
• Eligibility based on employment status.

Detailed Overview

Under the administrative direction of the Manager, Clinical Operations, provides clinical leadership for Therapeutic Recreation Services by planning, implementing, and evaluating services in a variety of program and service areas in residential care. This position is responsible for the day‑to‑day and professional functions of the Therapeutic Recreation service, including preparing and adjusting work schedules, supervising staff, providing clinical guidance and advice, and delivering clinical services to residents in accordance with the Therapeutic Recreation Standards of Practice. Reviews and develops policies, procedures and quality standards for clinical practice.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate day‑to‑day therapeutic recreation activities to ensure optimal use of resources, including preparing work schedules, maintaining waitlists, and resolving workplace issues.
• Supervise designated staff through delegation, audits, performance evaluations, training planning, and in‑service organization.
• Provide clinical services to residents by assessing problems, formulating goals, planning and implementing treatment plans, and collaborating with the interdisciplinary team.
• Record resident treatment programs and progress, maintaining documentation standards and conducting chart audits.
• Participate on interdisciplinary, interdepartmental, and professional practice committees, providing input and communicating needs and concerns.
• Plan new or existing resident programs by identifying service needs, providing input to management, and collaborating with the interdisciplinary team.
• Review and develop policies, procedures and quality standards for therapeutic recreation clinical practice, maintaining manuals and communicating revisions.
• Promote quality management activities by monitoring and evaluating the effect of changes in resident care practice and generating recommendations.
• Ensure staff receive required training for orientation and supervision of students, and participate in student education and evaluation as required.
• Participate in the recruitment of new staff, acting as an interview panel member and making hiring recommendations.
• Provide education and in‑service training to community agencies, residents, families, and the interdisciplinary team.
• Maintain knowledge of current developments in evidence‑based therapeutic recreation practice by reviewing literature and recommending new applications.
• Participate in the development of new programs and services, contributing to operational plans and objectives.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor's Degree in Therapeutic Recreation.
• Experience: Three years of recent related experience in therapeutic recreation, including one year of recent supervisory experience or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
• Eligibility for membership in the British Columbia Therapeutic Recreation Association.
• Successful completion of Foodsafe Level 1.
• Class IV BC Driver's Licence (restricted), as required.

Skills and Abilities

• Effective communication, both verbal and written.
• Independent and team orientation.
• Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships.
• Ability to operate related equipment.
• Ability to role‑model and teach.
• Ability to plan, organize and prioritize work and take initiative.
• Ability to promote and manage change.
• Conflict resolution and problem‑solving skills.
• Physical ability to perform the duties of the position.

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 50,000+ staff, medical staff and volunteers.

We are committed to planetary health and value diversity in the workforce. 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.

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