Recreation Therapist II

Alberta Health Services; Fort McMurray; On-site; CAD 59,000 - 79,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Northern Living Allowance

Recruitment incentive

Job summary

Alberta Health Services (Willow Square Continuing Care) seeks a Recreation Therapist II to lead and deliver therapeutic recreation services for seniors. You will plan, implement and evaluate recreation programs, coordinating care with an interdisciplinary team while aligning with individual care plans and best practices in geriatrics.

The role focuses on safe, patient-centered care, documentation, and program development.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Recreation Therapy or equivalent.
• Active or eligible registration with Alberta Therapeutic Recreation Association (ATRA).
• Minimum three years' related clinical experience as a Recreation Therapist.

Responsibilities

• Assess, plan, implement and evaluate individualized and group recreation interventions.
• Document care and outcomes to support care plans and quality improvement.
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary health team and participate in rounds and family conferences.
• Design inclusive, age-appropriate, culturally responsive programs and engage families.

Skills

Clinical recreation

Communication

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Recreation Therapy

Job description

The team at Willow Square Continuing Care Center is seeking a dedicated Recreation Therapist II, who will provide leadership and clinical expertise in the planning, delivery, and evaluation of therapeutic recreation services for seniors, supporting physical, cognitive, emotional, and social well-being through meaningful leisure activities. You will coordinate programs, and ensures services align with individual care plans, organizational standards, and best practices in geriatrics. Responsibilities include assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating individualized and group recreation interventions; documenting care and outcomes; collaborating with the interdisciplinary team; designing inclusive, age appropriate, and culturally responsive programs; supporting events and community partnerships; engaging families and caregivers; and ensuring all programs meet safety, infection prevention, and risk management requirements. Located within Fort McMurray which resides on Treaty 8 territory, and the lands of the Metis. Respecting the historical impacts of colonization, acknowledging traditional Indigenous beliefs and cultures, this position works towards the support of Indigenous peoples on these lands. Fort McMurray is a family-oriented, friendly, and welcoming multicultural community. The city offers social, arts, sports, recreational and cultural opportunities for all ages. Discover Canada's boreal forest, four provincial parks, and nearby lakes and rivers to support your active lifestyle. In addition to a competitive rate of pay, Fort McMurray has a Northern Living Allowance in place to an annual maximum of $12,480. This allowance is non-pensionable and is payable on an hourly basis for all hours paid at the basic rate of pay. In addition, this position may qualify for a recruitment incentive. For full details, visit rcif-hsaa.ca.

Description:

As a Recreation Therapist II, you will take a leadership role in ensuring that the level of therapeutic recreation practice in your clinical area is evidence based, patient-and family-centred and in accordance with policies, procedures and standards of practice. You will provide clinical leadership to ensure safe and efficient care as well as coordinate the assessment, treatment, education and care of the patient (client, resident). You will participate in program development to ensure effective delivery of services, including the development of protocols, forms, education, and quality improvement initiatives. 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.

• Transition Company: Assisted Living Alberta
• Classification: Recreation Therapist II
• Union: HSAA Facility PROF/TECH
• Unit and Program: Willow Square
• Primary Location: Willow Square Continuing Care
• Multi-Site: Not Applicable
• FTE: 1.00
• Posting End Date: 05-NOV-2026
• Temporary Employee Class: Temp F/T Benefits
• Date Available: 16-NOV-2026
• Temporary End Date: 14-JUN-2027
• Length of Shift in weeks: 2
• Shifts per cycle: 10
• Shift Pattern: Days
• Days Off: As Per Rotation
• Minimum Salary: $43.14
• Maximum Salary: $57.37
• Vehicle Requirement: Driver's License, Vehicle Required

• Transition Company: Assisted Living Alberta
• Classification: Recreation Therapist II
• Union: HSAA Facility PROF/TECH
• Unit and Program: Willow Square
• Primary Location: Willow Square Continuing Care
• Location Details: As Per Location
• Multi-Site: Not Applicable
• FTE: 1.00
• Posting End Date: 05-NOV-2026
• Temporary Employee Class: Temp F/T Benefits
• Date Available: 16-NOV-2026
• Hours per Shift: 7.75
• Length of Shift in weeks: 2
• Shifts per cycle: 10
• Shift Pattern: Days
• Days Off: As Per Rotation
• Minimum Salary: $43.14
• Maximum Salary: $57.37
• Vehicle Requirement: Driver's License, Vehicle Required

Required Qualifications:

Completion of bachelor's degree in Recreation Therapy, Therapeutic Recreation or Recreation and Leisure Studies.Active or eligible registration for Professional Membership with Alberta Therapeutic Recreation Association (ATRA).Minimum three years' related clinical experience as a Recreation Therapist.

Additional Required Qualifications:

As required.

Preferred Qualifications:

As required.

Please note:

All postings close at 23:59 MT of the postingend date indicated.

Security Screening:

A satisfactory criminal record check and/or Vulnerable Sector Search is required prior to your first day of work. Additionally, all employees have an ongoing duty to disclose any charges or convictions that may occur during their employment with AHS.

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