Recreation Therapist, Adult Day Program

11 hours ago

Quinte Shores East Northumberland County amp Prince Edward County Picton, Canada VON Canada Full time

Requisition Details:

Employment Status: Regular, Full-time (0.4 FTE)
Program Name: Brighton ADP\u00A0
Number of Hours Bi-weekly: 30\u00A0 \u00A0 \u00A0 \u00A0 \u00A0 \u00A0 \u00A0 \u00A0 \u00A0 \u00A0 \u00A0 \u00A0
Work Schedule: Days
On Call:\u00A0No

Job Summary:

The Recreation Therapist is responsible for all processes involved in the on-boarding of new clients to the Adult Day Program. The Recreation Therapist maintains and supports the team care model approach, consistent with VON mission statement, program operational goals and individual participant goals.

Key Responsibilities: Ensures the safety and security of participants and maintains a clean, tidy program environment.
Receives referrals in order to initiate Intake process.
Builds trusting relationships with clients and caregivers.
Develops and maintains individual program plans for clients.
Guides and directs front line staff in implementing the planned social and recreational activities as appropriate.
In collaboration with the Adult Day Program team, ensures expected outcomes of care are reflected in client care planning through interdisciplinary and client/family collaboration.
Organizes and directs staff to provide programs that meet the physical, social, emotional, spiritual and intellectual needs of the clients and their overall well-being.
Acts as a role model for staff by training, orientating and mentoring along with supporting volunteers demonstrating knowledge and expertise as well as ongoing evidence of professional development.
Completes required documentation as per program policy set out by\u00A0the Care & Service manager.
Provides assistance with Adult Day Learning (ADL) activity including transfers and incontinence care when required.
Other duties as assigned by the Manager, Home and Community Care.
External and Internal Relationships: Collaborates with Manager- Home and Community Care, Home Support & Adult Day Program.
Communicates with community partners as it pertains to client care.
Education, Designations and Experience: Degree or Diploma in Recreation Therapy.
Additional Diploma in Gerontology and or experience working with older adults, persons with Alzheimer Disease or Dementia an asset.
Current First Aid/CPR Certification and Food Handler\u2019s required.
Certification in Gentle Persuasive Approach and Montessori Methods an asset.
Strong computer skills including use of MS Word, Excel and Procura software.
Strong assessment and interview skills, knowledge of Inter RAI Assessment Tools.
Demonstrated knowledge and experience in planning and implementing a therapeutic program for persons with cognitive and physical challenges.
Experience in managing staff and volunteers preferred
Skill Requirements: Ability to problem solve, multi task and prioritize.
Demonstrated ability to foster teamwork and a commitment to excellence in the provision of client care.\u00A0
Demonstrated ability to organize work, set objectives and establish priorities. Manage time and resources, implements activities to promote cooperation among the interdisciplinary team and collaborates across disciplines.\u00A0
Other: Must have personal vehicle and possess both a current driver\u2019s license and proof of vehicle insurance
Willingness to travel regularly during the day to support sites and attend meetings.
Current criminal background check will be requested, including a vulnerable sector screen.
Must be able to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
Working conditions and physical demands: This role requires a detail-oriented approach in a dynamic environment, with physical activity including lifting, carrying (using proper techniques), bending, reaching, kneeling, and other movements that emphasize good body mechanics. Individuals in the role are required to walk, sit, stand, and climb stairs throughout the day, with some tasks requiring fine hand movements. \u00A0 Attention Current Employees (Internal Applicants): If you are applying to a unionized position and you are a member of its bargaining unit, please be aware that this posting may remain open beyond the deadline if there are not enough applicants to fill the position(s). \u00A0If the posting remains open after the initial deadline, VON may close the posting at its\u2019 discretion or a rolling deadline equivalent to the posting period specified in your Collective Agreement will be deemed, and each successive period will be treated as a separate posting for purposes of comparing seniority between candidates. \u00A0

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