Senior Care Recreation Therapist - Day Program Leader

VON Canada (Ontario); Thames Centre; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A community health organization in Ontario is seeking a Recreation Therapist to manage the onboarding of clients into the Adult Day Program. This role involves ensuring participant safety, developing program plans, and collaborating with staff to implement therapies that enhance clients' well-being. Candidates should have a recreation therapy degree, along with strong problem-solving and teamwork skills. The position is full-time, permanent, and requires a valid driver's license along with a commitment to providing excellent client care.

Qualifications

• Strong assessment and interview skills, knowledge of Inter RAI Assessment Tools.
• Demonstrated knowledge in planning therapeutic programs for cognitive and physical challenges.
• Experience in managing staff and volunteers preferred.

Responsibilities

• Ensures safety and security of participants in a clean environment.
• Builds trusting relationships with clients and caregivers.
• Develops individual program plans for clients.

Skills

Problem-solving

Teamwork

Prioritization

Education

Degree or Diploma in Recreation Therapy

Diploma in Gerontology

Tools

MS Word

Excel

Procura software

Job description

A community health organization in Ontario is seeking a Recreation Therapist to manage the onboarding of clients into the Adult Day Program. This role involves ensuring participant safety, developing program plans, and collaborating with staff to implement therapies that enhance clients' well-being. Candidates should have a recreation therapy degree, along with strong problem-solving and teamwork skills. The position is full-time, permanent, and requires a valid driver's license along with a commitment to providing excellent client care.