Recreation Therapist II

Alberta Health Services; Town of Nanton; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Alberta Health Services seeks a Recreation Therapist II to provide clinical leadership and enrich the lives of residents through therapeutic recreation activities. This role involves working collaboratively with healthcare teams to implement evidence-based practices in a supportive environment. The successful candidate will have a Bachelor's degree and a minimum of three years of clinical experience, along with essential certifications.

Qualifications

• Minimum three years' clinical experience as a Recreation Therapist.
• Experience with seniors and cognitively impaired patients preferred.
• Ability to handle physical demands of the job.

Responsibilities

• Provide direction and support for therapeutic recreation activities.
• Develop, implement, and assess recreation programs.
• Coordinate with healthcare teams through patient rounds and meetings.

Skills

Clinical Leadership

Recreational Activities Implementation

Therapeutic Recreation Practices

Flexibility

Education

Bachelor's degree in Recreation Therapy

Active or eligible registration with ATRA

Tools

CPR Certification

First Aid Certification

Medication Administration

Food Safe Certification

Job description

Your Opportunity:

Provides direction to the recreation program as a Recreation Therapist II, working under the general supervision of the Manager. The role aims to enrich the lives of residents in Supportive Living by supporting and assisting in the implementation of therapeutic recreation activities. The incumbent works directly with clients in developing, preparing, implementing, supervising, and assessing recreational activities and programs. Responsibilities include patient care, possible supervision of professional and support staff, orientation of new staff and students, participation in performance appraisals, program evaluation, and involvement in committees setting clinical direction for patient care and operations. Interventions are performed in accordance with established standards and procedures of the Recreation Therapy Department.

Description:

As a Recreation Therapist II, you will provide clinical leadership to ensure evidence-based, patient-and family-centered therapeutic recreation practices that comply with policies, procedures, and standards. You will coordinate assessment, treatment, education, and care, participate in program development, and collaborate with the healthcare team through patient rounds, family conferences, and meetings.

Details:
Location: Nanton, Alberta
Unit and Program: Silver Willow Lodge
FTE: 0.40
Posting End Date: 17-JUN-2025
Start Date: 14-JUL-2025
Temporary End Date: 25-MAY-2026
Hours per Shift: 7.75
Shift Pattern: Days
Days Off: Saturday/Sunday
Salary Range: $39.48 - $52.50 per hour
Union: HSAA Facility PROF/TECH
Classification: Recreation Therapist II
Additional requirements include CPR, First Aid, Medication Administration, Food Safe certification, and ability to handle physical demands.

Qualifications:

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

Additional preferred qualifications include experience with seniors, cognitively impaired patients, supervision of Recreation Therapy Aides, dementia care, and rural long-term care experience. Flexibility and ability to work in a dynamic healthcare environment are essential.

Note: Resume must accompany application for consideration.