Forensic Recreation Therapist — Part-Time

Ontario Shores Centre for MHS; Whitby; On-site; CAD 36,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

Ontario Shores Centre for Mental Health Sciences seeks a part-time Recreation Therapist to work within the Forensic program. You will assess, develop, and implement therapeutic recreation plans, support recovery, and collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to improve patient outcomes.

The role covers FRU and other forensic units, with a focus on group and individual activities, social skills training, and adherence to recovery-focused care in a secure setting; valid TRO membership and CPR HCP

Qualifications

• Degree or diploma in Therapeutic Recreation with 2 years related experience.
• Knowledge of current therapeutic recreation practices, theories and methodologies.
• Current TRO membership required and TRO registration preferred.
• Ability to implement treatment, leisure education and participation programs.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and computer skills.
• Valid driver’s license and CPR Level HCP certification.

Responsibilities

• Assess, develop, implement and evaluate individualized and group therapeutic recreation programs.
• Provide functional and strength-based social skill programs to support treatment and recovery.
• Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team and contribute to the Plan of Care.
• Work within the Forensic program across units and in the community as needed.

Skills

Therapeutic Recreation

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Driver's license

CPR Level HCP

Computer skills

Education

Degree or diploma in Therapeutic Recreation

TRO membership

Registration with TRO preferred

Job description

Ontario Shores Centre for Mental Health Sciences seeks a part-time Recreation Therapist to work within the Forensic program. You will assess, develop, and implement therapeutic recreation plans, support recovery, and collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to improve patient outcomes.

The role covers FRU and other forensic units, with a focus on group and individual activities, social skills training, and adherence to recovery-focused care in a secure setting; valid TRO membership and CPR HCP