Recreational Therapy Aide

The-Good-Samaritan-Society-5; Medicine Hat; On-site; CAD 28,000 - 35,000; Part time

Job summary

The Good Samaritan Society in Medicine Hat is hiring a Therapy Aide for a temporary part-time role. You will provide safe, engaging recreational programming aligned with residents' goals and support volunteers.

A high school diploma is required; two years of continuing care experience preferred. Valid Class IV Driver's License, First Aid, and Food Safe certification are required; background checks and TB screening must be current. Hours are 8:30 to 15:00, Monday to Friday.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required
• Two years experience in Continuing Care/Community Care
• Valid Class IV Drivers License and First Aid Certificate required
• Food Safe Certificate or equivalent for Alberta employees
• Criminal Records Check and Vulnerable Sector Check within 90 days prior to hire
• TB screening within 12 months prior to hire

Responsibilities

• Provide safe, effective recreational programming aligned with residents’ individual goals
• Facilitate and implement recreation programs for residents
• Provide support, direction and supervision to volunteers

Skills

Oral and written English communication

Time management

Problem solving

Lead groups

Cross-functional teamwork

Computer literacy

Education

High school diploma

Therapeutic recreation aide coursework

Tools

Computer literacy

Job description

As the largest not-for-profit provider of seniors’ care in Alberta and British Columbia, The Good Samaritan Society and Good Samaritan Canada (together, Good Samaritan) have been providing exceptional care and support since 1949. We are faith-based, not-for-profit organizations committed to creating safe, comfortable communities where individuals experience caring, belonging, and purpose.

Location Good SamaritanSouth Ridge Village
550 Spruce Way S.E., Medicine Hat, AB

Employment Type Temporary Part Time0.77 FTE

Start Date
End Date November 6, 2026
Return of incumbent

Hours of Work 0830-1500 (Monday – Friday)

Wages $20.17 – $25.28

Employee Group USW

The Therapy Aide provides safe, effective recreational programming with a focus on the residents’ individual goals as outlined and approved by established practice. The Therapy Aide facilitates and implements recreation programs for the residents and provides support, direction and supervision to volunteers.

A high school diploma is required and post secondary therapeutic recreation aide course work preferred. Two years experience in Continuing Care/Community Care. Experience providing therapy aide assistance to geriatric and disabled populations and those with various cognitive impairments who reside within a long term care/community care setting. Valid Class IV Drivers License and First Aid Certificate required.

You are a self-directed individual with good oral and written English communication skills, excellent time management skills, attention to detail and problem solving abilities. You have knowledge or experience in leading individuals and group situations. The successful candidate will have the ability to work in a cross-functional capacity, as well as work effectively on a multi-disciplinary team. Computer experience required. Food Safe Certificate or equivalent for Alberta employees.

Requirements:

• A current and clear Criminal Records Check Form and if applicable a Vulnerable Sector Check that has been obtained no more than 90 calendar days prior to the hire date.
• A tuberculosis screening that has been completed no more than 12 months prior to the hire date.

Good Samaritan is committed to upholding the values of diversity, equity, inclusion, and reconciliation in the workplace at all levels of the organization, as well as in the delivery of our services. We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds including, but not limited to, Indigenous peoples, racialized groups, people with disabilities, and people from the 2SLGBTQ+ community.