Therapy Assistant (2026-1230)

Carewest Innovative Health Care; Calgary; Presencial; CAD 35.000 - 42.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Carewest Innovative Health Care's Rouleau Manor is seeking a Temporary Full-Time Recreation Therapy Assistant to support the Night Owls project and work with the Recreation Therapist(s) to provide engaging therapeutic programming for clients.

Under the direction of the Director of Care, you will help clients achieve life enrichment, maximize safety and independence, and promote mental health through targeted activities. Prior therapy experience and computer skills are essential.

Formación

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

Responsabilidades

• Provide therapeutic programming to clients.
• Support Recreation Therapists in delivering activities and programs.
• Contribute to client quality of life by maximizing safety and independence.
• Assist with related duties as required.

Conocimientos

Therapy experience

Life enrichment

Educación

Accredited Therapy Assistant program

Herramientas

Computers

Descripción del empleo

Position Details

Position Status: Temporary Full Time
Term 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.