Recreation Therapist I

🔍 Edmonton Zone, Stony Plain, Westview Health Centre

📁: Rehabilitation & Therapy

📅   : ALB00484558 Requisition #

📅   : Mar 07, 2025 Post Date

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Recovery Alberta: N

Classification: Recreation Therapist I

Union: HSAA Facility PROF/TECH

Unit and Program: Specialty Programs - ADP

Primary Location: Westview Health Centre

Location Details: As Per Location

Multi-Site: Not Applicable

FTE: 0.40

Posting End Date: 14-MAR-2025

Temporary Employee Class: Temp P/T Benefits

Date Available: 24-MAR-2025

Temporary End Date: 30-SEP-2025

Hours per Shift: 7.75

Length of Shift in weeks: 12

Shifts per cycle: 24

Shift Pattern: Days, Evenings, Weekends

Days Off: As Per Rotation

Minimum Salary: $37.35

Maximum Salary: $49.73

Vehicle Requirement: Driver's License, Vehicle Required

Required Qualifications:

Completion of bachelor's degree in Recreation Therapy, Therapeutic Recreation or Recreation and Leisure Studies. Active or eligible registration with Alberta Therapeutic Recreation Association (ATRA).

Additional Required Qualifications:

Degree in Recreation Therapy, Leisure Studies or Recreation Administration is required. Active registration with ATRA/CTRA (Alberta Therapeutic Recreation Association/Canadian Therapeutic Recreation Association) is required. BCLS-HCP is required. Demonstrated expertise in geriatric care required. Strong interpersonal skills and organizational and prioritizing abilities.

Preferred Qualifications:

Two years current practice with one year in a community-based setting preferred. Knowledge of active living and calendar event planning in related community dwelling seniors. Knowledge of day programs and other community resources an asset. Computer program proficiency (e.g.: Word, Excel, Outlook). Proficiency in Connect Care.

Please note:

All postings close at 23:59 MT of the posting end date indicated.

Security Screening:

A satisfactory criminal record check and/or Vulnerable Sector Search is required prior to your first day of work. Additionally, all employees have an ongoing duty to disclose any charges or convictions that may occur during their employment with AHS.

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