Therapeutic Recreation Specialist

1 month ago

Markham ON, Canada ViziRecruiter,LLC. Full time

Introduction Oak Valley Health, a leading community healthcare organization in Ontario, serves patients through Markham Stouffville Hospital, Uxbridge Hospital, and the Reactivation Care Centre. With a patient-centered approach, Oak Valley Health provides high-quality care to over 437,000 individuals annually. Services encompass diagnostics, emergencies, acute care medicine, surgery, addictions and mental health, and childbirth and children’s programs.

Requisition Number: JR100384 Overview

Land acknowledgement:

Oak Valley Health honours the traditional territory of the closest Indigenous communities, the Chippewas (chi-puh-waas) of Georgina Island and the Mississaugas of Scugog Island. The Haudenosaunee (Ho-de-no-shau-nee) and Anishinaabe (Ah-nish-in-ah-beh) have lived, worked and existed on this land from time immemorial. This land is covered by Treaty 13 signed with the Mississaugas of the Credit, and the Williams Treaty signed with many Mississauga and Chippewa bands.

Who you are:

  • You encompass Oak Valley Health’s core values and live the words of respect, trust, commitment, compassion and courage.
  • You are a patient and/or client centered individual who performs at an exemplary standard.
  • You are a team player with excellent communication, critical thinking and prioritization skills.


Work schedule:

The successful candidate will be available to work every Sunday 0830-16:30 at the Markham Site.

Please note, schedule is subject to change based on operational need. 

Compensation:

OPCOMLH

Range: $36.43 - $42.52

Responsibilities As a member of a dynamic Interprofessional team, you will be responsible for implementing the three philosophies of Therapeutic Recreation: Functional Intervention, Leisure Education and Recreation Participation. You will work as a collaborative and active member of the team to identify discharge goals and to work with patients and families to achieve these goals. Requirements
  • Degree in Therapeutic Recreation, or related degree plus a post-graduate Therapeutic Recreation Diploma.
  • Current membership with Therapeutic Recreation Ontario.
  • A minimum of one year's experience in a health care facility. Previous experience in a rehab and complex continuing care environment is a definite asset.
  • Ability to assess, plan, implement and evaluate quality patient-centred care programs for specific patient populations.
  • Knowledge of therapeutic recreation resources available in York Region is an asset.
  • Excellent communication, interpersonal and organizational skills.
  • Ability to work well independently and as part of a team.
  • Demonstrated good attendance record with the ability to maintain this same standard.
  • Demonstrates a commitment to a healthy and safe workplace for self and others (staff, patients, families, etc.) by taking all reasonable precautions and working in compliance with hospital-related policies, health and safety legislation and best practices and completing relevant mandatory education as required.


Who we are:

Oak Valley Health is one of Ontario’s leading community healthcare organizations. Across our two sites (Markham and Uxbridge) and Reactivation Care Centre (RCC), we provide high quality, patient-centred care to more than 468,000 patients each year. We offer diagnostic and emergency services and deliver clinical programs in acute care medicine and surgery, addictions and mental health, and childbirth and children’s services. We are also proud to be part of the Eastern York Region North Durham Ontario Health Team (OHT).

Our 542 physicians, 35 midwives, over 3,000 staff and 1,000 volunteers serve patients and families with an honoured to care mindset and are focused on delivering an extraordinary patient experience to the residents of Markham, Whitchurch-Stouffville, Uxbridge and beyond. We are dedicated to providing access to the right care, at the right time, in the right place by the right people and at the right cost. Are you ready to join us?

COVID Statement

As a result of the COVID-19 pandemic and the need to strengthen and promote health protection to patients, staff and members of the public attending in the hospital, prior to the first day of employment with the Hospital, all successful candidates are required to provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination (full vaccination is required). In order to provide you with fair & equitable accommodation, you must submit supporting medical exemption documentation or an affidavit detailing why your religion prohibits you from receiving the COVID-19 vaccine.

Oak Valley Health diversity statement 

Oak Valley Health takes pride in serving some of Canada’s most diverse communities. We are committed to fostering an environment of equity and inclusivity where every person can work and receive care safely, openly and honestly. All qualified applicants will receive consideration and we encourage applications from Indigenous peoples, members of sexual minority groups, members of racialized groups, persons with disabilities, and all others who may contribute to the further diversification of Oak Valley Health. Furthermore, Oak Valley Health is committed to meeting the needs of all individuals in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and the Ontario Human Rights Code. Should you require accommodations during the recruitment and selection process, please contact Human Resources.

We are honoured to be recognized as one of  Forbes Canada's Best Employers for Diversity 2023 . We ranked within the top 150 organizations across the country.  Learn more about our commitment to EDI . 

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