Veterans Care: Therapeutic Recreation Specialist

St. Joseph's Health Care London; London; On-site; CAD 52,000 - 59,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Joseph's Health Care London invites applications for a Therapeutic Recreation Specialist in the Veterans Care Program at Parkwood Institute Main, London, ON.

This full-time role involves assessment, intervention and program planning for geriatric residents, collaborating with an interdisciplinary team to promote health and well-being. You will work with veterans with physical, cognitive, or emotional health needs, supporting daily living activities and community re-integration.

Qualifications

• University Degree in Recreation and Leisure Studies with a Therapeutic Recreation focus or related field.
• Post Graduate Diploma in Therapeutic Recreation.
• Valid membership as a Registered Therapeutic Recreation of Ontario (R/TRO).
• Class F Licence or ability to obtain within probation.

Responsibilities

• Conduct therapeutic recreation assessment, intervention and program planning.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team for resident-focused care.
• Engage geriatric residents and support daily living activities and well-being.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Team collaboration

Education

University degree in Recreation and Leisure Studies

Post-graduate diploma in Therapeutic Recreation

R/TRO registration

Valid First Aid Certification

Job description

St. Joseph's Health Care London invites applications for a Therapeutic Recreation Specialist in the Veterans Care Program at Parkwood Institute Main, London, ON.

This full-time role involves assessment, intervention and program planning for geriatric residents, collaborating with an interdisciplinary team to promote health and well-being. You will work with veterans with physical, cognitive, or emotional health needs, supporting daily living activities and community re-integration.