Mental Health Recreation Therapist – Rehab & Programs

University Health Network; Toronto; On-site; CAD 47,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

HOOPP defined benefit pension

Wellness services

Shuttle access to TTC

Career development opportunities

Corporate discounts

Job summary

University Health Network seeks a Recreation Therapist for the Toronto General/West Park area to develop and implement therapeutic recreation programs for mental health clients. You will manage a caseload, evaluate and modify interventions, and contribute to program planning and staff education.

The role involves coordinating with inpatient staff, maintaining statistics and ensuring safety in line with hospital policies. A temporary full-time position with day/evening/weekend shifts is available.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Recreation and Leisure studies with a major in Therapeutic Recreation.
• Post-diploma in Therapeutic Recreation.
• CTRT/CTR Certification eligibility and professional association membership.

Responsibilities

• Provide recreation and leisure assessments/interventions based on professional requirements.
• Implement and evaluate recreation therapy treatments and programs.
• Provide client and family leisure education.
• Supervise students, volunteers and assistants.
• Maintain clinical documentation and workload.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Independent work

Clinical documentation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Recreation and Leisure studies

Post-diploma in Therapeutic Recreation

Membership in Therapeutic Recreation Professional Association

Job description

University Health Network seeks a Recreation Therapist for the Toronto General/West Park area to develop and implement therapeutic recreation programs for mental health clients. You will manage a caseload, evaluate and modify interventions, and contribute to program planning and staff education.

The role involves coordinating with inpatient staff, maintaining statistics and ensuring safety in line with hospital policies. A temporary full-time position with day/evening/weekend shifts is available.