Therapeutic Recreation Assistant

TVCC; Greater London; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

TVCC in London, Ontario, is recruiting a Therapeutic Recreation Assistant for the Early Childhood, School Age and Adolescent Program (ECSAAP). The role involves assisting Recreation Therapists with TR interventions and family engagement across TVCC sites and events.

Regular evenings and some weekend work are required, with travel across Middlesex, Elgin and Oxford counties. This temporary, full-time position begins as soon as possible and ends in January 2028, with the London office as the

Qualifications

• Post-secondary diploma in Recreation Therapy, Therapeutic Recreation or Recreation and Leisure.
• Bronze Cross or National Lifeguard preferred; must obtain Lifesaving for Lay Rescuers certification.
• Knowledge of child development and childhood disabilities.
• Communication (written and verbal); organizational, interpersonal, and critical thinking skills.
• Computer proficiency including Microsoft Office 365 and videoconferencing software (Teams).
• Valid Ontario driver’s licence and access to a vehicle required.

Responsibilities

• Assist Recreation Therapists with developing, planning, facilitating, documenting, and evaluating TR interventions.
• Support and provide individual and group TR interventions to achieve client and program goals.
• Support family engagement, education, and participation programs at TVCC, including events and virtual locations.
• Provide education and information at events for community members/partners.
• Engage in ongoing consultation with TRs regarding feedback and observations.
• Facilitate programming in the Adapted Fitness Centre and support volunteers and clients.
• Orient and supervise volunteers and students; coach parents/caregivers on participation goals.

Skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Time management

Critical thinking

Customer service

Problem solving

Education

Post-secondary diploma in Recreation Therapy

Tools

Microsoft Office 365

Teams videoconferencing

Job description

Friday, September 18, 2026 to Sunday, September 27, 2026

Category:

Health/Human Services

Agency:

Community Employment Services Fanshawe London

Nelson Park Plaza
155 Clarke Road
London, Ontario
N5W 5C9

Description:

Since 1949, TVCC has been working with children and youth to help them reach their full potential. Today, a wide range of services and supports are provided for young people with physical disabilities, communication disorders, developmental delays and autism spectrum disorders to support them in attaining the best available quality of life and health. In partnership with local and regional agencies, TVCC annually serves more than 11,000 children, youth and their families from birth to age 19 across Southwestern Ontario in over 700 locations.

We are currently recruiting to fill a temporary, full-time (37.5 hours per week) Therapeutic Recreation Assistant position in the Early Childhood, School Age and Adolescent Program (ECSAAP). This position is expected to begin as soon as possible and end in January 2028. The designated office for this position will be London. Travel and service delivery within Middlesex, Elgin and Oxford counties is required. Regular evening and occasional weekend work will be required.

Responsibilities

• Reporting to the Manager, Family and Community Services, the successful candidate will:
• Assist Recreation Therapists (TRs) with developing, planning, facilitating, documenting, and evaluating direct and indirect client related Therapeutic Recreation (TR) interventions
• Support and provide individual and group TR interventions to facilitate the achievement of targeted and generalized client and program goals
• Support and provide family engagement, education, and participation programs at TVCC, community, and virtual locations, including programs such as recreational swims, family events, information fairs and open houses
• Support and provide education and information at events for community members/partners
• Engage in ongoing consultation and collaboration with TRs regarding feedback and observations of interventions
• Under the direction of the TR, facilitate programming in the Adapted Fitness Centre (AFC), including supporting volunteers and clients to achieve goals
• Support orientation and supervision of volunteers and students
• Encourage and coach parents/caregivers regarding participation goals
• Coach community recreation providers in the implementation of inclusive participation

Requirements

• Post-secondary diploma in Recreation Therapy, Therapeutic Recreation or Recreation and Leisure
• Bronze Cross or National Lifeguard certification preferred; must be able to get and maintain Lifesaving for Lay Rescuers certification at a minimum
• Knowledge of child development and childhood disabilities
• Communication (written and verbal); organizational, interpersonal, and critical thinking skills
• Computer proficiency including Microsoft Office 365 and videoconferencing software (e.g. Teams)
• Valid Ontario driver’s licence and access to a vehicle required
• Current CPR and First Aid certification
• Demonstrated ability to attend work on a regular basis

TVCC is committed to equity and inclusion in the recruitment of qualified staff who reflect and support the diverse perspectives, experiences and needs of clients.

While all applications are appreciated only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

TVCC is committed to making our recruitment and selection process accessible to all candidates. Accommodations for disabilities are available upon request.