Therapeutic Recreation Aide, Mount Hope - Allied Health

St. Joseph's Health Care London; London; On-site; CAD 41,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

St Joseph's Health Care London is seeking a Therapeutic Recreation Aide (TRA) at Mount Hope Centre for Long Term Care in London, ON. The role supports residents with therapeutic recreation programs under supervision, with a focus on resident-centered care and engagement.

The position requires a recreation therapy diploma, LTC experience, and several certifications. Flexibility for weekends/evenings is needed; immunization and screening as described are required.

Qualifications

• Diploma in recreation and leisure studies, therapeutic recreation or related field required.
• Long term care experience preferred.
• Smart Serve certificate and Food Handler’s certificate required.
• CPIC clearance with vulnerable sector screening required.
• Knowledge of Leisure Well Being Model and OHSA safety culture.

Responsibilities

• Develop meaningful, resident-centered therapeutic recreation programs.
• Monitor and document resident engagement and outcomes.
• Evaluate activities offered and adjust programs as needed.
• Work weekends and evenings to meet program needs.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Computer skills (MS Office, Outlook)

Education

Diploma in recreation and leisure studies, therapeutic recreation or related field

Bachelor degree in Therapeutic Recreation or related health field (preferred)

Tools

MS Office

Outlook

Job description

CARING FOR THE BODY, MIND & SPIRIT SINCE 1869

Therapeutic Recreation Aide, Mount Hope - Allied Health - 1 position

Mount Hope - Allied Health

Mount Hope Centre for Long Term Care - London, ON

Temporary Full Time

Salary Range: $29.76 - $35.00 /hour

This is a part-time temporary position expected to extend until March 12, 2028, subject to the availability of work.

The Therapeutic Recreation Aide (TRA) will work as part of the Therapeutic Recreation team to support the residents of Mount Hope Centre for Long Term Care. Reporting to the Manager of Therapeutic Programs, and under the supervision of the Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (TRS). In this role, TRA is responsible for developing meaningful and authentic therapeutic recreation programs with a resident centered approach. TRA will be responsible for monitoring and documenting resident engagement, achievement of defined clinical outcomes, and evaluating activities offered. This role requires excellent organizational skills and the ability to work independently as well as collaboratively. Flexibility is required to be available for weekend and evening hours in order to meet the program needs.

Essential Qualifications

• Diploma in recreation and leisure studies, therapeutic recreation or other related field
• Long term care experience
• Smart serve certificate
• Food and Handler's certificate
• Class F License or ability to obtain within the 3 month probationary period
• Knowledge of a Safety Culture in a Health Care Setting in compliance with the OHSA
• Demonstrated ability to work with individuals with a variety of medical conditions and a variety of ages
• Previous experience working with volunteers
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong interpersonal and organizational skills
• Knowledge of computer systems (Microsoft Office, Outlook)
• Ability to work independently as well as in an interdisciplinary team setting
• Knowledge of the Leisure Well Being Model
• A police record check completed within the last six (6) months from a Canadian Police Information Centre (CPIC), inclusive of vulnerable sector screening, will be required of the successful candidate

Preferred Qualifications

• Proficiency in French would be an asset
• Bachelor's Degree within Therapeutic Recreation or Recreation and Leisure or related health field with a concentration in Therapeutic Recreation
• Health care setting experience
• Member in Therapeutic Recreation Ontario (TRO)

Teaching and Research

• St Joseph's Health Care London through its affiliation with Western University and Fanshawe College is a leading research and teaching hospital. As an employee of St Joseph's, you will be expected to engage in role related teaching and research activities in addition to any of your clinical duties

Immunization Requirements

• Provide vaccination records or proof of immunity against measles, mumps rubella, varicella (chicken pox), Hepatitis B, COVID-19 and influenza.
• Provide documentation of the Tuberculosis skin testing

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