Recreation Therapy Assistant

2 weeks ago

Penetanguishene, Canada Waypoint Centre for Mental Health Care Full time

POSITION TITLE

Recreation Therapy Assistant

SHIFT TYPE

Casual (evening and weekend shifts possible)

DEPT/PROGRAM

Rehabilitation & Transition Services

JOB CLASS

Patient Care Assistant

EMPLOYMENT TYPE

Casual

RATE OF PAY

$27.95-$29.37 per hour

WORK SCHEDULE

Casual as per schedule

EMPLOYEE GROUP

OPSEU

POSTING TYPE

Open

POSTING DATE

May 23rd, 2024

HYBRID ELIGIBLE

No

NUMBER

1

The Manager of Rehabilitation is currently seeking a casual Recreation Therapist Assistant. The purpose of this role is to work under the direction of the Recreation Therapist (RT) to deliver recreation therapy services, assist in the delivery of participatory and goal-oriented programs and services to meet the leisure-related needs of patient/clients and contribute to the continuum of services.

**KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES**:

- Working under the direction of Recreation Therapists (RT), the Recreation Therapy Assistant (RTA) develops and facilitates participatory recreation programs and delivers recreation therapy services while considering the client’s strengths and abilities
- Provide input which will enable the RT to conduct assessments, develop intervention plans or evaluate client’s progress in relation to the intervention plans
- Report leisure-related feedback to the RT from clients and/or caregiver(s) on a day-to-day basis as well the collection and input of pertinent program data.
- Under the guidance of the RT, ensure that patient/client goals and intervention plans are addressed and communicate feedback from/about the client to the RT.
- Maintain, deliver and account for recreation equipment as required and ensure than an up to date inventory in sustained.
- Maintain recreation facilities such as recreation centres, fitness equipment, swimming pool, skating rink by performing minor maintenance tasks such as blowing snow and flooding the rink etc., cleaning and ensuring adequate levels of chemicals in the pool, providing regular maintenance of the bicycles etc.
- Ensure the safety and security of staff, patients and the public, adhering to all policies, procedures and practices relative to the working environment, including maintaining an awareness of potential risks, clients/patients mental status and behaviors.
- Support patients and clients when managing disruptive behaviours (CPI, etc.) and using discretion when handing out or assigning equipment.
- Performs all work at all times in compliance with all hospital policies and procedures and legislation (Occupational Health &Safety Act, Fire Code, WHMIS, etc.) relevant to health and safety, security (including relational/therapeutic security) and potential risk hazards, and in particular, “duties of the worker” as defined in Section 28 of the OH&S Act.

**REQUIREMENTS/QUALIFICATIONS**:

- Completion of post-secondary education in Therapeutic Recreation or related field
- Registration with TRO as R/TRO DIP preferred
- Valid Class G Driver’s License in good standing is required. Class F is an asset
- National Lifeguard Service (NLS) Certification Required/Asset
- Positions in the community require a valid CPR/First Aid and AED Certification
- Preference for recent and related experience working with dually diagnosed and/or autism spectrum disorder patient population
- Preference for forensic mental health experience
- Results oriented work ethic to work independently and undertake tasks needed to accomplish work objectives and deliver quality, consistent and timely results
- Demonstrated teamwork, interpersonal and organizational skills
- Proven written and verbal communication skills; and a proven ability to adapt readily to change
- Models and promotes core ethical practice, Waypoint Values, and reflects an optimistic and positive attitude
- Preference for proficiency in French/English language skills
- You must meet the requirements of our COVID-19 Immunization Policy by providing proof of full vaccination, or a request and receipt of an accommodation under the Ontario Human Rights Code, including a medical exemption.

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