Therapy Assistant (2026-1230)

Carewest - Innovative Health Care; Calgary; On-site; CAD 35,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Carewest - Innovative Health Care is seeking a Temporary Full Time Recreation Therapy Assistant for Rouleau Manor in the Calgary area. The role supports the Recreation Therapist(s) in delivering therapeutic programming aimed at life enrichment and recreation goals, reporting to a Director of Care for performance matters.

You will work within the therapy team to maximize safety, independence, and mental well-being, while performing related duties as required.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an Accredited Therapy Assistant program.
• Previous experience in a therapeutic setting is essential.
• Experience with computers preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide therapeutic programming to clients under the direction of the Recreation Therapist(s).
• Contribute to client quality of life by maximizing safety, functional independence, and leisure pursuits.

Skills

Therapy assistance experience

Computer experience

Education

Accredited Therapy Assistant program

Job description

Position Details

Position Status: Temporary Full TimeTerm Ends: March 31, 2027 Location: Rouleau Manor, Recreation Therapy - Night Owls Project BW Hours: 77.50 FTE: 1.00 Shift: Evenings Shift Times: 1400-2215 Union: Non Union GSS Rate of Pay: 25.46 - 30.13 PCN: RMNightOwlTA01

Date Competition Closes: November 05, 2026

The Opportunity

Position Summary:

Responsible for working under the direction of the Recreation Therapist(s) to provide therapeutic programming to clients. The focus is on helping clients to achieve life enrichment and recreation goals. This position reports to a Director of Care for performance and employment matters.

This position works as part of the therapy team to contribute to the client’s quality of life by providing appropriate interventions to maximize safety, functional independence, leisure pursuits, reduce boredom and improve mental health. Responsible for other related duties as required.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Graduation from an Accredited Therapy Assistant program.
• Previous experience in a therapeutic setting is essential.
• Experience with computers preferred.