Recreation Therapy Assistant Certified | Temporary Full Time Evening

Sienna Senior Living; Vaughan; On-site; CAD 28,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Sienna Senior Living in Woodbridge is seeking a Recreation Therapy Assistant to engage residents in recreation and leisure activities, supporting care plans and enhancing well-being.

The role requires a Recreation/Leisure Studies diploma, at least 2 years in long-term care, strong communication, dementia programming knowledge, and flexibility to work evenings and weekends.

Qualifications

• Diploma or degree in Recreation/Leisure studies, Therapeutic Recreation from a recognized college or university.
• Minimum 2 years’ experience in a Long Term Care industry.
• Good oral and written communication skills.
• Knowledge of programming needs for older adults diagnosed with dementia.
• Willingness to work flexible hours including evenings and weekends.
• All applicants must successfully pass the prescribed Vulnerable Sector Check.

Responsibilities

• Providing for recreation and leisure activities including outings in accordance with established policy, physician’s orders, and resident plan of care within the scope of practice.
• Contributing to and sustains a plan of care to meet residents’ assessed need.
• Assisting in planning for assigned resident area activity calendars in accordance with the care plan goals and preferences of the residents of each Care community.
• Identifying and encouraging opportunities for residents to share special skills or knowledge with others, inside and outside of the residence.
• Identifying appropriate therapeutic recreation goals and interventions on the care plans of identified residents.
• Performing other duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication skills

Flexible hours

Dementia care knowledge

Vulnerable Sector Check

Education

Diploma or degree in Recreation/Leisure studies

Job description

Recreation Therapy Assistant

Villa Leonardo Gambin - Woodbridge

Rate of Pay: $23.14

If you’re passionate about being a part of a team that is, committed to the Team Member Experience and driven by innovation and growth, then join us!.

The Recreation Therapy Assistant is a critical role within our communities as it impacts the lives of residents and ignites the warmth of human connection.

As a Recreation Therapy Assistant your typical day will impact in the following ways:

• Providing for recreation and leisure activities including outings in accordance with established policy, physician’s orders, and resident plan of care within the scope of practice.
• Contributing to and sustains a plan of care to meet residents’ assessed need.
• Assisting in planning for assigned resident area activity calendars in accordance with the care plan goals and preferences of the residents of each Care community.
• Identifying and encouraging opportunities for residents to share special skills or knowledge with others, inside and outside of the residence.
• Identifying appropriate therapeutic recreation goals and interventions on the care plans of identified residents.
• Performing other duties as assigned.

Must Haves

• Diploma or degree in Recreation/Leisure studies, Therapeutic Recreation from a recognized college or university.
• Minimum 2 years’ experience in a Long Term Care industry.
• Good oral and written communication skills.
• Knowledge of programming needs for older adults diagnosed with dementia.
• Willingness to work flexible hours including evenings and weekends.
• All applicants must successfully pass the prescribed Vulnerable Sector Check.

Act upon your desire to help others and Join Sienna Senior Living as we continue to enhance the lives of those we serve.

Sienna Senior Living may utilize artificial intelligence to screen and assess applicants for this position.

Sienna Senior Living is committed to employment equity, diversity, and inclusion in the workplace. In accordance with provincial regulations, upon request, support will be provided for accommodations throughout the recruitment, selection, and assessment process.