Recreation Therapy Assistant: Enrich Residents’ Lives

Interior Health; Kelowna; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 55,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee & Family Assistance Program

Employer paid training/education

Employer paid vacation

Employer paid insurance premiums

Extended health & dental coverage

Municipal Pension Plan

Work-life balance

Opportunities for career advancement

Job summary

Interior Health is looking for a passionate Recreation Therapy Assistant to join the team at Kelowna General Hospital. This role involves supporting Recreation Therapy programs and facilitating activities that encourage residents' well-being.

As a part-time employee, you will work rotating day shifts and have access to several benefits, including training opportunities and health coverage. Ideal candidates should have completed a recognized recreation course and possess relevant experience.

Qualifications

• Completion of a recognized recreation course(s) plus two years of recent, related experience.
• Ability to support individual and group leisure activities.

Responsibilities

• Lead and facilitate recreational activities for residents.
• Observe and report changes in residents' abilities and participation.
• Assist in organizing special events and activities.

Skills

Recreation Therapy

Organizing Activities

Team Collaboration

Observation Skills

Education

Grade 12

Recognized recreation course

Job description

Interior Health is looking for a passionate Recreation Therapy Assistant to join the team at Kelowna General Hospital. This role involves supporting Recreation Therapy programs and facilitating activities that encourage residents' well-being.

As a part-time employee, you will work rotating day shifts and have access to several benefits, including training opportunities and health coverage. Ideal candidates should have completed a recognized recreation course and possess relevant experience.