Recreation Therapy Associate - Long Term Care

Nova Scotia Health Authority; Canada; Hybrid; CAD 36,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Travel insurance

Long-term disability

Life insurance

Defined benefit pension

Job summary

Nova Scotia Health Authority is seeking a Recreation Therapy Associate for a long-term care setting. You will support clients and families with recreation interventions and contribute to holistic care within inpatient/outpatient/community environments.

The role requires a post-secondary diploma in Therapeutic Recreation, BLS-C, experience with disabilities, and strong teamwork and communication. Travel and varied shifts may apply; a language asset in French is welcome.

Qualifications

• Post-secondary diploma with a concentration in Therapeutic Recreation or equivalent.
• CPR/BLS-C certification (first aid/CPR) required.
• Experience working with individuals with physical/cognitive disabilities.
• Ability to work in a team with other healthcare professionals.
• Ability to plan, develop, implement and evaluate recreation programs.
• Strong listening and communication skills; motivate patients/veterans.
• Adaptability to changing patient populations and worksites.
• Ability to work independently without direct supervision.
• Familiarity with medical terminology used in clinical settings and documentation.
• French language skills are an asset.

Responsibilities

• Provide recreation interventions to groups or individuals.
• Support holistic functioning of clients through recreation activities.
• Work in inpatient, outpatient, or community settings as part of the care team.
• Adhere to practice standards and scope of employment.

Skills

Therapeutic Recreation

BLS-C

Disabilities experience

Teamwork

Program development

Communication

Adaptability

Independence

Medical terminology

French

Education

Diploma in Therapeutic Recreation

Job description

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Recreation Therapy Associate - Long Term Care

Location: EasternZone,Taigh Na Mara
Department: OPEZ Strat Behave Support Unit HBV
Type of Employment: TemporaryHourly FT long-assignment(100%) x 1
Union: UNIFORHealthcarePosition
Posting Closing Date: 4-Sep-26

About the Opportunity

Reporting to the Resident Care Manager, and under the supervision of a therapist, the Recreation Therapy Associate is a member of the health care team, providing support to clients and families through the application of recreation intervention to support holistic functioning of clients. Recreation Therapy Associates provide interventions to groups or individuals in inpatient, outpatient or community settings, related to the client’s leisure needs and overall plan of care. Recreation therapy associates practice in adherence to practice standards and scope of employment.

About You

We would love to hear from you if you have the following:

• Post-secondary diploma with a concentration in Therapeutic Recreation from an accredited educational institution or a diploma
• BLS - C
• Experience working with individuals with physical/cognitive disabilities
• Ability to work effectively within a team or other healthcare professionals
• Ability to assist in the plan, develop, implement and evaluation of Recreation programs
• Effective listening and communication skills; ability to motivate patients/veterans
• Adaptability/Flexibility: changing and adapting skills to changing patient populations and/or worksites
• Ability to work independently, without direct supervision
• Ability to understand medical terminology used in a clinical area, and use within the documentation.
• Competencies in other languages an asset, French preferred

Please ensure your resume is up to date and includes all relevant education, experience, training, and certifications.

Hours

• Long assignment full-time position; 75 hours bi weekly
• Approximately 13 months
• Shifts may include days, evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Travel may be required.
  

Compensation and Benefits

$25.84 - $30.85 hourly

Successful candidates may be eligible for our benefits package which includes health, dental, travel, long-term disability, and life insurance coverage as well as a defined benefit pension plan.

What You'll Love About Nova Scotia Health

Nova Scotia Health is more than the province's largest provider of health services; we're a team driven by excellence in health, healing and learning. Across hospitals, health centres and community programs, our people deliver innovative, high-quality care that impacts lives across Nova Scotia and Atlantic Canada.

From vibrant city life to scenic coastal communities, Nova Scotia offers a lifestyle as rewarding as the work itself. At Nova Scotia Health, you'll find meaningful career opportunities, supportive teams and the work-life balance to enjoy everything our beautiful province has to offer. Join us and discover why so many people are choosing to call Nova Scotia home.

Once You've Applied

Thank you for your interest in this position. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.

This is a Healthcare bargaining unitposition. Preference is given to bargaining unit employees for unionized positions.

Nova Scotia Health is committed to being a workforce that is free of discrimination, values diversity, and is representative, at all job levels, of the people we serve. We encourage all qualified applicants who self-identify as Indigenous, Black/African Nova Scotian, Persons of Colour, Foreign Nationals/Newcomers, Persons with Disabilities, 2SLGBTQIA+ to apply and self-identify.

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