Therapeutic Assistant - Med/Surg/Cancer Care, Rehabilitation & Supportive Care Services

Nova Scotia Health Authority; Halifax; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Nova Scotia seeks a Therapeutic Assistant to support rehabilitation services. The role involves collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to implement treatment plans and enhance patient care. Ideal candidates will have relevant education and certifications, along with strong interpersonal skills. Join a diverse team focused on health and wellness in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Travel Benefits

Long-term Disability

Life Insurance

Pension Plan

Qualifications

• Supports health promotion and therapeutic services for rehabilitation.
• Works with interdisciplinary team to implement treatment plans.

Responsibilities

• Collaborates with Recreation Therapist to enhance patient care.
• Implements treatment plans and shares patient-specific information.

Skills

Leadership

Interpersonal Skills

Knowledge of Community Resources

French

Education

Grade XII plus a two-year certificate or diploma in Recreation or Therapeutic Recreation

Job description

Click here to apply as an internal applicant.

Req ID: 190728

Location: Central Zone, Dickson Building - QEII

Department: OPCZ Med/Surg/Cancer Care RT

Type of Employment: Permanent Hourly PT (90%) x 6

NSGEU Healthcare Position

Posting Closing Date: 27-May-25

Nova Scotia Health is the largest provider of health services in Nova Scotia, with specialized services offered throughout Atlantic Canada. We aim for excellence in health, healing, and learning through collaboration across hospitals, health centres, and community programs. Our team provides high-quality inpatient and outpatient services, including academic, tertiary, and quaternary care, as well as continuing care, primary health, public health, and mental health services. Join our diverse team of innovators and collaborators today.

We employ professionals across the province, offering a quality work-life balance that allows exploration of the Atlantic lifestyle. Visit www.novascotia.com to discover why many are choosing to move here.

About The Opportunity

Reporting to the Program Manager and collaborating with the Recreation Therapist, the Therapeutic Assistant supports health promotion and therapeutic services for the rehabilitation population. The role involves working with the interdisciplinary team to implement treatment plans and share patient-specific information to enhance team knowledge.

About You

We are looking for candidates with:

• Grade XII plus a two-year certificate or diploma in Recreation or Therapeutic Recreation
• Current CPR certification
• Current St. John Ambulance First Aid (preferred)
• Current certification in Non Violent Crisis Intervention (NVCI) (asset)
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills
• Knowledge of community resources
• Language skills; French is an asset

Please ensure your resume is current and includes all relevant education, experience, training, and certifications.

Hours

• Permanent, part-time; 67.5 hours bi-weekly
• Shifts include weekends and holidays over a 7-day schedule

Compensation and Benefits

$23.10 - $25.19 hourly. Successful candidates may access benefits such as health, dental, travel, long-term disability, life insurance, and a pension plan.

Once You've Applied

Thank you for your interest. Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted for an interview.

This position is within the Healthcare bargaining unit. Preference is given to unionized employees. Employees should review their seniority and benefits details in their online profile. Those changing unions or employment status should clarify seniority and benefits before accepting the role.

Nova Scotia Health values diversity and encourages applications from Indigenous peoples, Black/African Nova Scotians, Persons of Colour, Foreign Nationals/Newcomers, Persons with Disabilities, and 2SLGBTQIA+ individuals.