Recreation Therapy Worker

Interior Health Authority; Kelowna; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A community health organization in Kelowna is seeking a Recreation Therapy Worker to implement recreational programs for residents. Join a dynamic team at Three Links Manor, where you'll organize activities and lead therapy sessions to enhance the quality of life for residents. This full-time role comes with comprehensive benefits and opportunities for career advancement.

Benefits

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

Qualifications

• Passionate about recreation therapy and working with diverse populations.
• Experience in leading group and individual activities.
• Ability to adapt programs to meet resident needs.

Responsibilities

• Lead individual and group leisure/recreation therapy programs.
• Organize activities such as arts, crafts, music, and sports.
• Conduct resident programs outside the facility.

Job description

Overview

Join Our Dynamic Team at Three Links Manor in Kelowna, BC!

We are on the lookout for a passionate individual to become a valued member of our thriving Recreation Therapy Department at Three Links Manor. Here, we prioritize creating a supportive and engaging environment for our residents, and we need a dedicated team member to help us achieve this goal.

Responsibilities

As a Recreation Therapy Worker, you will be an integral part of our interdisciplinary team, taking charge of implementing our established Recreation Therapy Program. Your responsibilities will include leading individual and group leisure/recreation therapy programs, organizing various activities such as arts, socio-cultural events, crafts, sports, music, cooking, and gardening. You will also conduct resident programs outside the facility, ensuring residents have everything they need for a memorable outing. In addition, you\'ll lead one-to-one sessions, groups, and large special events, adapting programs to cater to the diverse needs of our residents.

• Leading individual and group leisure/recreation therapy programs
• Organizing activities such as arts, socio-cultural events, crafts, sports, music, cooking, and gardening
• Conducting resident programs outside the facility and coordinating outings
• Leading one-to-one sessions, groups, and large special events
• Adapting programs to cater to the diverse needs of our residents

Work Schedule

This is a relief full-time position working Tuesday to Saturday day shifts from 08:00 to 16:00.

What We Offer

• Employee & Family Assistance Program
• Employer paid training/education opportunities
• Employer paid vacation
• Employer paid insurance premiums
• Extended health & dental coverage
• Municipal Pension Plan
• Work-life balance
• Opportunities for career advancement

Apply Today

Take the first step towards an exciting career with us! Apply now to become a vital member of our Recreation Therapy Department at Three Links Manor in Kelowna, BC. Join us in making a difference in the lives of our residents!