Recreation Therapist - Bachelors - (207996)

Island Health; Duncan; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a dedicated Therapeutic Recreation professional to enhance patient care. This role involves assessing and implementing tailored treatment programs for individuals and groups, ensuring optimal care for patients and residents. You will collaborate with physicians and other healthcare professionals, while also managing patient transport needs. Join a dynamic team committed to safety and quality improvement in a supportive environment that values your contributions and growth. If you have a passion for enhancing lives through recreation and therapy, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Therapeutic Recreation required.
• One year of recent related experience needed.

Responsibilities

• Assess and implement treatment programs for patients/residents.
• Coordinate patient care with medical professionals.
• Transport patients using a hospital van.

Skills

Effective Communication

Planning Skills

Instructional Skills

Organizational Skills

Team Collaboration

Physical Ability

Driving Skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Therapeutic Recreation

Membership with British Columbia Therapeutic Recreation Association

Tools

Hospital Van

Job description

In accordance with the Vision, Purpose, and Values, and strategic direction of the Vancouver Island Health Authority (Island Health), patient and staff safety is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone. As such, the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position.

Reports to the Manager or designate, assesses, develops, and implements individual and group treatment programs to ensure optimum patient/resident care for assigned caseload. Coordinates patient and resident treatment programs with referring physician(s) and other medical professionals. Transports patients and residents between the hospital and other locations by operating a hospital van as required.

QUALIFICATIONS: Education, Training And Experience

Bachelor's degree in Therapeutic Recreation plus one year of recent related experience. Eligible for membership with the British Columbia Therapeutic Recreation Association. Valid Class 4 vehicle licence.

Skills And Abilities

• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Demonstrated planning and instructional skills.
• Ability to organize individual patient/resident treatment programs.
• Ability to work cooperatively with other professional disciplines as part of a team.
• Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position.
• Demonstrated ability to safely drive a passenger van and a wheelchair access transport van.