Recreation Therapy Associate - Mobility Team

Nova Scotia Health Authority; Truro; On-site; CAD 36,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Pension plan

Insurance package

Job summary

Nova Scotia Health is seeking a Recreation Therapy Associate to support mobility and frailty care in a hospital setting. You will help with early mobilization and recreation programs, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to meet patient needs.

The role requires a post-secondary diploma in Therapeutic Recreation and BLS-C, with experience in disability contexts and strong communication. The position offers full-time hours within the Northern Zone at Colchester East Hants Health Centre.

Qualifications

• Post-secondary diploma with a concentration in Therapeutic Recreation.
• BLS-C certification.
• Experience with individuals with physical/cognitive disabilities.
• Ability to work within a healthcare team and independently as needed.
• Ability to plan, develop, implement and evaluate Recreation programs.
• Strong listening, communication and motivational skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide early mobilization interventions aligned with the care plan.
• Collaborate with healthcare professionals to implement Recreation programs.
• Document progress and outcomes in patient records.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Flexibility

Independent work

Clinical terminology

Education

Post-secondary diploma in Therapeutic Recreation

BLS-C

Job description

Recreation Therapy Associate - Mobility Team - Provincial Mobilization

Req ID: 225370
Location: Northern Zone, Colchester East Hants Health Centre
Department: OPNZ Inpatient Physiotherapy
Type of Employment: PermanentHourly FT (100%) x 1
Union: CUPEHealthcarePosition
Posting Closing Date: 3-Sep-26

About the Opportunity

Reporting to the Health Services Manager, and under the supervision of the NZ Frailty Coordinator, the Recreation Therapy Associate is a member of the health care team, providing support to clients and families through the Provincial Frailty and Mobilization program to support early mobilization of clients. Recreation Therapy Associates within the mobility teams will provide early mobilization interventions to individuals in hospital care setting, related to the client’s 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
• 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

• Permanent full-time position; 75 hours bi-weekly

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

This is a Healthcare bargaining unit position. 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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