Student Therapeutic Recreation Assistant

Thunder Bay; Northwestern Ontario; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A municipal organization in Northwestern Ontario is looking for a participant to assist in therapeutic recreation programs for residents. The role involves supporting the Therapeutic Recreationist and providing individualized programming to residents while ensuring their well-being. Candidates must be secondary school graduates with some college experience in therapy or recreation. Effective communication, customer service skills, and a compassionate approach to elderly care are essential. Applications should be submitted by the specified deadline.

Qualifications

• Must have completed at least the first year of relevant college or university program.
• Must be able to work with minimal supervision.
• A genuine interest and understanding of the needs of the elderly.

Responsibilities

• Assist Therapeutic Recreationist with activities.
• Provide meaningful programming to residents.
• Assist with porting residents to and from recreation programs.

Skills

Effective communication

Customer service

Ability to work independently

Team collaboration

Understanding of elderly needs

Education

Secondary school graduate

First year of Recreation Therapy, Gerontology, or Outdoor Recreation

Job description

A municipal organization in Northwestern Ontario is looking for a participant to assist in therapeutic recreation programs for residents. The role involves supporting the Therapeutic Recreationist and providing individualized programming to residents while ensuring their well-being. Candidates must be secondary school graduates with some college experience in therapy or recreation. Effective communication, customer service skills, and a compassionate approach to elderly care are essential. Applications should be submitted by the specified deadline.