Recreation Therapist (PEARPL)

Connectingcare; Folkestone and Hythe District; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a part-time Recreation Therapist in Hythe, Alberta. The role focuses on resident care, guiding recreation activities, and compliance with safety protocols while offering opportunities for professional growth in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Life, Health & Dental benefits

Health Spending Account

RRSP program with employer matching

Qualifications

• Experience in recreation programs and providing recreation therapy services required.
• Must obtain a clear criminal record check with vulnerable sector screening prior to employment.

Responsibilities

• Ensuring resident care is a top priority with effective time management.
• Coordinates recreational care partner planning and scheduling.
• Oversees planning, implementation, and coordination of recreation programs.

Skills

Leadership

Problem-solving

Conflict resolution

Communication

Education

Degree in Recreation Therapy, Leisure Studies, or Recreation Administration

Registered with the Alberta Therapeutic Recreation Association (ATRA)

Job description

The Opportunity:

The Recreation Therapist role will serve the town of Hythe, Alberta, specifically in the community of Pearson Place. The Recreation Therapist is responsible for ensuring resident care is a top priority, with a focus on effective time management.

We are seeking candidates interested in:
Part-Time Permanent Days and Weekends

Skills and key responsibilities that will advance your career:

• You are a patient, exceptional leader—team player, motivator, coach, mentor, and professional role model.
• Able to align with the vision, objectives, and guiding philosophy of Connecting Care.
• Strong commitment to Person-Directed Care; familiarity with Eden Alternative Philosophy and Domains of Well-Being.
• Strives for excellence in resident, family, and employee satisfaction.
• Friendly demeanor with a sense of humor and the utmost respect for everyone.
• Knowledge of supportive living services, assessment, and care planning.
• Maintains compliance with local, provincial, and federal regulatory standards.
• Flexible, willing to prioritize and adapt routines, open to change for community benefit.
• Excellent facilitation, problem-solving, and conflict resolution skills, especially in crisis situations.
• Coordinates recreational care partner planning and scheduling within budget guidelines, including overtime, time off, and vacation approvals.
• Provides excellent customer relations—courteous, caring, understanding, compassionate, and respectful.
• Engages in ongoing monitoring and continuous quality improvement.
• Awareness of accident and injury prevention, adhering to safety protocols, and supporting psychological health and safety of employee care partners.
• Supports residents' lifestyles in their community environment according to individualized Care Plans.
• Delegates, coordinates, and evaluates recreational services based on Resident and Service Plans.
• Oversees planning, implementation, and coordination of recreation programs.
• Enforces Emergency Management, Infection Control, WHMIS, and Health & Safety protocols.
• Performs additional duties as assigned related to the employee care partner role.

Foundational knowledge and experience:

• As of April 2021, a Degree in Recreation Therapy, Leisure Studies, or Recreation Administration is required; prior to this, Therapeutic Recreation diploma graduates recognized by ATRA are eligible.
• Registered with the Alberta Therapeutic Recreation Association (ATRA) is mandatory.
• Experience in recreation programs and providing recreation therapy services is required.
• Leadership, facilitation, resolution, and investigation experience are required.
• Proven clinical practice experience is essential.
• Must obtain a clear criminal record check with vulnerable sector screening prior to employment.

Why Join Our Team?

• Competitive compensation package.
• Opportunities for personal and professional growth.
• We support a holistic approach to care that promotes purpose, connection, empowerment, and possibility. Learn more at Eden Alternative.
• Life, Health & Dental benefits (available to employees working at least 24 hours per week).
• Health Spending Account.
• RRSP program with employer matching.
• We foster a positive, supportive corporate culture—here, we call our staff Employee Care Partners!

Thank you for your application. Only successful candidates will be contacted.