Recreation Therapist - Holistic Care & Growth

Youthdale-Treatment-Centres; Toronto; On-site; CAD 61,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Youthdale Treatment Centres is seeking a Recreation Therapist to join our interprofessional team. You will promote holistic leisure lifestyles, develop and implement therapeutic recreation programs, assess clients and document outcomes.

Evening and weekend work is required to support a 7-day service model. The role reports to the Director, Quality & Interprofessional Practice and requires CTRS certification, TRO registration, and experience with crisis management and acute mental health cases.

Qualifications

• Degree or diploma in Recreation Therapy and knowledge of therapeutic recreation principles.
• Minimum 1–2 years direct inpatient experience.
• CTRS certification with NCTRC and TRO registration are required.

Responsibilities

• Develop, design, implement, schedule and evaluate individualized and group therapeutic recreation programs.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team to coordinate client care and recreation interventions.
• Work flexible hours including weekdays, weekends and holidays on a rotational basis.
• Record assessments, progress and discharge status; provide clinical impressions and referrals as needed.
• Maintain client records and ensure compliance with policies and safety regulations.

Skills

CTRS certification

TRO registration

Crisis management

Inpatient experience

Mental health experience

Communication skills

Education

Degree/Diploma in Recreation Therapy

Tools

Microsoft Outlook

Excel

Word

Job description

Youthdale Treatment Centres is seeking a Recreation Therapist to join our interprofessional team. You will promote holistic leisure lifestyles, develop and implement therapeutic recreation programs, assess clients and document outcomes.

Evening and weekend work is required to support a 7-day service model. The role reports to the Director, Quality & Interprofessional Practice and requires CTRS certification, TRO registration, and experience with crisis management and acute mental health cases.