Recreation Therapist

Lutheran SeniorLife; Halifax Regional Municipality; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in community health services is seeking a dedicated Recreation Therapist to enhance the lives of frail elderly clients. This role involves assessing client needs, developing personalized care plans, and collaborating with an interdisciplinary team to ensure optimal care delivery. With a commitment to maintaining independence and improving quality of life, the ideal candidate will have a strong background in recreation therapy and a passion for supporting the elderly community. Join a team that values growth, offers competitive benefits, and promotes a work-life balance in a rewarding environment.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Long-Term Disability

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

Flexible Spending Account

Retirement Savings Plan

Career Success Coaching

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Recreation Therapy or related field required.
• Experience with frail or elderly populations preferred.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for assessment, care planning, and implementation for elderly clients.
• Monitors Activity Associates to ensure compliance with care plans.

Skills

Assessment Skills

Care Planning

Communication Skills

Experience with Elderly Population

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Recreation Therapy

Tools

Therapeutic Recreation Certification

Job description

Recreation Therapist

Lutheran SeniorLife provides a comprehensive array of community based health and social service programs throughout western Pennsylvania.

Our services include LIFE (Living Independence for the Elderly); skilled nursing, home health; personal care; adoption & foster care; assisted living; adult day services; memory care; hospice; palliative care; residential living; affordable housing; home safety monitoring; Meals on Wheels; rehabilitation services and private duty.

LIFE is a program that serves county residents living in Armstrong, Butler, Beaver and Lawrence Counties. It is an all-inclusive comprehensive program that helps individuals maintain their independence in their home and community through supportive services. The LIFE programs offer an array of person-centered services from medical care to adult day supports with the primary goal of allowing individuals to remain in their own home.

The Recreation Therapist is responsible for assessment, care planning and implementation of the care plan for frail elderly clients. Monitors Activity Associates assuring that programs and interventions are in compliance with the individual’s care plan. Represents recreation department’s assessment and intervention findings to the interdisciplinary team and assists the team in decision making and care planning.

Qualifications for Recreation Therapist:

• Bachelor’s degree (B.S.) or equivalent in Recreation Therapy or a related field from a four (4) year college or university.
• Previous experience preferred in a social or recreational program, providing and coordinating services for a frail or elderly population, preferably in a patient activities program in a health care setting.
• At least one year of experience with frail or elderly.
• Certification required: Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS) by the National Council of Therapeutic Recreation Certification (NCTRC).

Benefits

Lutheran SeniorLife offers growth opportunities and a variety of benefits including but not limited to:

*based on employment status*

• FREE** Benefit Model for Full-time Employees Includes: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability. (**No per-pay contributions for Single Coverage)
• Competitive Wages, Hiring Incentives, Generous Paid Time Off, Bereavement Leave & Paid Holidays
• Low-Cost Benefit Model for Eligible Part-time Employees Includes: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Long-Term Disability
• Additional Medical, Dental, Vision Options for Employees and Family Members
• Voluntary Suite of Benefits Available at Low Group Rates including Short-Term Disability, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Accident Insurance, Identity Theft Protection, Legal Services, Pet Insurance, and Additional Life Insurance Options
• Immediate eligibility to participate in the employer sponsored retirement savings plan
• Optional enrollment in a Flexible Spending Account
• Total Wellness and WorkLife Balance resources, discounts, programs
• Tuition Reimbursement, Mileage Reimbursement or Vehicle Program for Eligible Employees
• Career Success - coaching, training, internships and recognition program

Lutheran SeniorLife and its affiliates are equal opportunity employers.