Recreation Therapy Supervisor

2 weeks ago

Toronto, Canada SPRINT Senior Care Full time

**About SPRINT Senior Care**:
We began caring for seniors and enabling seniors to care for themselves in 1983. We continue to do so today as an accredited, not-for-profit community support service agency in Toronto by offering a wide range of practical and low-cost services to seniors and their caregivers. Our services help seniors stay safe, connected, and live as independently as possible.

**Position Type**:
Full-time, Permanent

**Work Location**:
In person

**Job Summary**:
The Recreation Therapy Supervisor is responsible for the effective operation and delivery of all recreational programming which includes assessing, planning, implementing, coordinating and evaluating a variety of innovative recreational, educational or therapeutic program activities that support the achievement of optimal individualized care for the client, and further assists in building their interpersonal relationships and social skills. The Supervisor ensures that SPRINT Senior Care’s philosophy of care is implemented in the clients’ daily life.

**What You’ll Do**:

- Ensure that activities of the residence support the mandate, mission, vision and objectives of SPRINT Senior Care.
- Manage the assessment of psychosocial needs of the client to ensure therapeutic programming meets client’s needs.
- Ensure activation staff is analyzing, and recording clients’ participation, reactions, and progress during programs, modifying treatment programs as needed.
- Counsel and encourage clients to develop leisure activities.
- Supervise staff in socialization and recreational activities and initiatives.
- Work with clients’ interdisciplinary team to plan and evaluate therapeutical programs.
- Instruct clients in activities and techniques, such as sports, dance, music, art or relaxation techniques, designed to meet their specific physical or psychological needs.
- Ensure that the personal care plan for each client is created in conjunction with the care team and family and based on the client’s needs and preferences.
- Work with each client’s circle of care to support appropriate transition to Long Term Care when needed.
- Ensure training objectives and requirements are met.
- Manage and supervise volunteers.
- Undertake special projects as assigned.

**What You’ll Bring**:

- Post-secondary diploma or degree in Recreation Therapy or Gerontology, combined with demonstrated experience in the provision of recreation services for seniors living with dementia.
- Supervisory experience.
- Significant knowledge and experience in assessment, program planning and implementation for persons living with dementia, and presenting disengaging responsive behaviours.
- Ability to establish good rapport with staff, clients, and families.
- Excellent organizational, time management, communication, and facilitation skills.
- Proven ability to establish and maintain productive working relationships.
- Demonstrated ability to be adaptable, build trust, provide coaching and mentorship, facilitate change and engage in continuous quality improvement.
- Demonstrates computer skills at an intermediate or higher level for the use of Word, Excel, Powerpoint and Outlook.
- Familiarity with AlayaCare and Activity Pro is an asset.
- Being Dementiability Method Certified or being familiar with the method is an asset.
- Available to work evenings and weekends as needed.

**What We Offer**:

- Opportunity to be a part of a passionate team committed to providing client-centered, high-quality services to seniors
- Pension Plan
- Comprehensive Benefits Plan (health, dental, insurance)
- Employee Assistance Program (Inkblot)
- Disability insurance
- Life insurance
- Vision care
- Paid time off
- Tuition reimbursement program and professional development
- Wellness Program
- Recognition and fun events
- Opportunity to make a difference in the community

**How to Apply**:

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