Recreationist, Temporary Full Time, Adult Day Program (Hildegarde)

Providence Care; Eastern Ontario; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional health service provider in Kingston is seeking a Recreationist to develop and implement individual and group programs for clients, especially those with Alzheimer’s and dementia. The role involves assessment, planning, and collaboration with the care team. Candidates should hold a college diploma in recreation or a related field and have experience working with diverse clientele. This position offers competitive salaries and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Education and mentorship opportunities

Employee and Family Assistance Program

Corporate orientation for new hires

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years college diploma in recreation, therapeutic recreation, or gerontology.
• Experience working with clients with Alzheimer's Disease/Dementia.
• Current registration or eligibility for registration with therapeutic recreation association.

Responsibilities

• Plans and evaluates individual and group programs based on client needs.
• Assists with integration and evaluation of volunteers.
• Adapts recreation programs for successful inclusion.

Skills

Experience with clients with Alzheimer’s Disease/Dementia

Therapeutic recreation techniques

Adaptation of recreation interventions

Formal and informal assessment

Education

Minimum 2 year college diploma or post diploma certificate in recreation and/or leisure studies

Current registration with recognized therapeutic recreation association in Ontario

Eligibility for registration with recognized therapeutic recreation association

Tools

Food Handlers Certification

First Aid Certification

Job description

Job Overview

Job Code: 20883

Status: Temporary Full Time (up to 6 months)

Location: Adult Day Program (Hildegarde)

Union: LiUNA PM

Wage: $23.42 - $25.80

Posting Period: December 5, 2025 - December 11, 2025

Job Summary

The Recreationist develops knowledge about clients in order to respond to their individual and group needs through a process of formal and informal assessment. The Recreationist plans, implements, facilitates, and evaluates individual and group programs suited to the individual needs of the participants. Provides input to the monthly calendar of events utilizing program planning and development. The Recreationist contributes to client care plans with attention to therapeutic and individualized goals and interventions. The position also works collaboratively with the interdisciplinary team with a focus on the client’s best interests. Emphasizes and encourages participation utilizing client centered approaches tailoring to their strengths, abilities, needs, interests, previous lifestyles and values.

Education & Experience

• Minimum 2 year college diploma or post diploma certificate in recreation and/or leisure studies, or therapeutic recreation, or gerontology
• Active enrollment in such a field of study and completion will be obtained within 1 year
• Current registration with recognized therapeutic recreation association in Ontario
• Eligibility for registration with recognized therapeutic recreation association in Ontario within one year
• Experience in working with clients with Alzheimer’s Disease/Dementia/disabilities
• DementiAbility Methods: The Montessori Way and Gentle Persuasive Approach preferred
• Food Handlers Certification and First Aid Certification an asset

Position Duties & Responsibilities

• Plans, implements and evaluates individual programs, group programs suited to the individual client needs.
• Acquires knowledge about clients in order to respond to their individual and group needs through a process of formal and informal assessment.
• Transport residents to and from activities.
• Assists with orientation, integration and ongoing supervision and evaluation (if required) of volunteers and students.
• Adapts recreation interventions and programs to meet the needs and modifications necessary for successful inclusion for all clients.
• Contributes to the Client Care Plan through assessments and Care Conferences.

Why Work at Providence Care Community Teams

• Providence Care offers a wide range of community services across southeastern Ontario.
• Community services striving for excellence in care, education and research.
• Committed to people centred approach to care delivery.
• Competitive salaries with percentage in lieu of benefits & vacation.
• Corporate and service specific orientation for new hires.
• Focus on healthy workplace and culture of quality.
• Employee and Family Assistance Program.
• Education, mentorship and bursary opportunities.
• Fully affiliated with Queen’s University and St. Lawrence College and other academic institutions.
• Locations in Kingston, Belleville, Brockville, Kingston, Napanee and Sharbot Lake.