Recreation Therapist I

Recovery Alberta; Ponoka; Hybrid; CAD 56,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work option

Job summary

Recovery Alberta is seeking a Recreation Therapist I to work within the Youth Virtual Opioid Dependency Program. You will assess, plan and support treatment in a virtual setting, collaborating with an interdisciplinary team.

You will deliver recreation-based interventions, engage families, and help clients progress toward healthier lifestyles. Hybrid work within Alberta is supported.

Qualifications

• Completion of bachelor’s degree in Recreation Therapy or related field.
• Active or eligible registration with Alberta Therapeutic Recreation Association (ATRA).
• Experience with groups in Addiction and Mental Health contexts.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate within an interdisciplinary team to provide services in the Youth Virtual Opioid Dependency Program.
• Complete assessments, create treatment plans, and monitor client progress in virtual platforms.
• Develop and facilitate virtual groups and engage community partners for care continuity.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Time management

Prioritization

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Recreation Therapy, Therapeutic Recreation or Recreation and Leisure Studies

Tools

MS Office

Zoom

Connect Care T

Job description

The Virtual Opioid Dependency Program is a virtual program that supports individuals in opioid agonist therapy. Reporting to the Manager (VODP), this position will be responsible for developing, implementing and delivering programs that meets the goals and objectives of the program. As the Wellness Coach, you will support and motivate our clients to achieve a healthier and more fulfilling lifestyle. You will ensure that the level of therapeutic recreation practice is evidence based, patient and family centered, and in accordance with policies, procedures and standards of practice.Through virtual platforms, you will complete assessments, recovery plans, and support them in engaging in recreation and leisure activities. Key components of your role will be to develop and facilitate virtual groups and build collaborative relationships with community service providers and establish strong partnerships.As the successful candidate you will be expected to demonstrate; time management and prioritization skills; be self-directed and show initiative; strong interpersonal and communication skills; collaboration with the inter-disciplinary treatment team; problem solving; decision making, critical thinking and conflict resolution skills; patient advocacy using a person-centered approach; and foster positive relationships within a team environment. The incumbent will also remain current and up to date on addictions treatment theory and principles.

Description:

As a Recreation Therapist I, you will be working collaboratively within an interdisciplinary team, providing comprehensive services for patients (clients, residents) within your assigned program or service area. You will ensure the level of therapeutic recreation practice is evidence based, patient-and family-centred, and in accordance with policies, procedures and standards of practice. You will complete assessment, treatment, education and management of clients' treatment progress and provide clinical support and consultation. You will collaborate and communicate with the health care team and participate in patient rounds, family conferences and meetings as related to the client and family.

• Classification: Recreation Therapist I
• Union: HSAA Prof/Tech
• Unit and Program: Youth Virtual Opioid Dependency Program
• Primary Location: Centennial Ctr MH & Brain Inj
• Location Details: Eligible to work hybrid (on/off site) within Alberta
• Multi-Site: Not Applicable
• FTE: 1.00
• Posting End Date: 23-OCT-2026
• Temporary Employee Class: Temp F/T Benefits
• Date Available: 02-NOV-2026
• Temporary End Date: 11-AUG-2027
• Length of Shift in weeks: 2
• Shifts per cycle: 10
• Shift Pattern: Days
• Days Off: Saturday/Sunday
• Minimum Salary: $40.81
• Maximum Salary: $54.34
• Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable

• Classification: Recreation Therapist I
• Union: HSAA Prof/Tech
• Unit and Program: Youth Virtual Opioid Dependency Program
• Primary Location: Centennial Ctr MH & Brain Inj
• Location Details: Eligible to work hybrid (on/off site) within Alberta
• Multi-Site: Not Applicable
• FTE: 1.00
• Posting End Date: 23-OCT-2026
• Temporary Employee Class: Temp F/T Benefits
• Date Available: 02-NOV-2026
• Temporary End Date: 11-AUG-2027
• Hours per Shift: 7.75
• Length of Shift in weeks: 2
• Shifts per cycle: 10
• Shift Pattern: Days
• Days Off: Saturday/Sunday
• Minimum Salary: $40.81
• Maximum Salary: $54.34
• Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable

Required Qualifications:

Completion of bachelor's degree in Recreation Therapy, Therapeutic Recreation or Recreation and Leisure Studies.Active or eligible registration with Alberta Therapeutic Recreation Association (ATRA).

Additional Required Qualifications:

Related experience with groups with Addiction and Mental Health clients.Working knowledge of Trauma Informed Care and Harm Reduction Principles.Working knowledge of Motivational Interviewing and/or Solution Focused Interventions.Suicide Intervention.Working Knowledge and understanding of the Child Family Enhancement Act3-4 years’ experience with individuals with Mental Health and Addictions issues.Accurate keyboarding skills of 60 wpm and proficient in MS Office Suite (outlook, excel), Zoom, Connect Care T, etc.Knowledge of community and provincial addiction services resources.

Preferred Qualifications:

Virtual Experience Preferred

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