(TEMPORARY FULL TIME) RECREATION THERAPIST- FORENSIC

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Whitby, Canada Ontario Shores Centre for Mental Health Sciences Full time

Ontario Shores Centre for Mental Health Sciences is seeking a Recreation Therapist. As a Recreation Therapist, you will provide specialized care to patients with complex mental illnesses by using a recovery‑focused model of care built upon compassion, inspiration, and hope. You will assess, develop, implement and evaluate individualized and group therapeutic recreation programs, as well as provide functional and strength‑based social skill programs that support and encourage treatment, rehabilitation and recovery programming for a forensic population. The Recreation Therapist will be knowledgeable of the forensic population and contribute to the patient’s Plan of Care as an integral part of the interdisciplinary team. The position is within the Forensics Program, which includes a Secure Forensic Service (3 units) and a Forensic Outpatient Service, among others. Although the posted vacancy is for the Forensic Rehabilitation Unit (FRU) of the Secure Forensic Service, all Recreation Therapists must have the ability to work in any area of Ontario Shores Centre for Mental Health Sciences as patient needs dictate. FRU contains a PICA where staff will be required to work and cover as well. Qualifications Required and Preferred Degree or diploma in Therapeutic Recreation and 2 years related experience is required. Knowledge of current therapeutic recreation practices, theories, methodologies. Current TRO membership required and eligible registration with TRO is preferred. Knowledgeable of recovery and mental illness including treatment practices. Ability to implement appropriate treatment, leisure education and participation programs. Skills in therapeutic recreation assessment and program design. Experience in a mental health setting (preference given to an individual with DD knowledge/experience). Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, computer skills, liaison with community agencies. Ability to maintain regular attendance and perform the physical demands of the position. Applicants are required to have a valid driver’s license and CPR Level HCP (Health Care Provider) certification. Additional Requirements and Information This role is part of the OPSEU bargaining unit. 1 vacancy available. 1‑year contract. Job posting closes on February 6, 2026 at midnight. Applications after that date will not be considered. #J-18808-Ljbffr

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