Recreation Assistant

1 week ago

Edmonton, Canada The Salvation Army Full time

Job Title: Recreation Therapy Assistant

Competition #: 118501-2024-018

Ministry Unit Name: Edmonton Centre of Hope

Status/Hours: Casual

Salary Range: $22.59-$28.23 as per CA

Date posted: March 27, 2024

Work Address: 12510-140 Avenue NW, Edmonton

Posting Expires: April 03, 2024

Applications Accepted By**:E-mail only through Indeed**

Mission and Values:
The Salvation Army is an international Christian church. Its message is based on the Bible; its ministry is motivated by love for God and the needs of humanity.

**Mission Statement**

The Salvation Army exists to share the love of Jesus Christ, meet human needs and be a transforming influence in the communities of our world.

**Vision Statement**

We are an innovative partner, mobilized to share hope wherever there is hardship, building communities that are just and know the love of Jesus.

**Core Values**

The Salvation Army Canada and Bermuda has four core values:
**Hope**: We give hope through the power of the gospel of Jesus Christ.
**Service**: We reach out to support others without discrimination.
**Dignity**: We respect and value each other, recognizing everyone’s worth.
**Stewardship**: We responsibly manage the resources entrusted to us.

**Job description**:
**Position Purpose summary**:
Under the supervision of the Recreation Therapy Manager, The Recreation Therapy Assistant works as a member of the Interdisciplinary Care Team and provides Recreation Therapy services in accordance with the standards of practice defined by the Alberta Therapeutic Recreation Association (ATRA). The Recreation Therapy Assistant provides input and assistance to the Recreation Therapy Manager on matters relating to therapeutic recreation programs and activities.

**Key Responsibilities**:

- Assist Recreation Therapy Manager/Recreation Therapist to develop, implement and execute approved group and individual programs.
- Assist Recreation Therapy Manager/Recreation Therapist with compilation and completion of monthly statistics and calendars.
- Assists Recreation Therapy Manager/Recreation Therapist in implementing and monitoring therapeutic recreation techniques for residents, puts Resident Care Plan in action.
- Provides input to develop and make needed changes to the resident therapeutic recreation care plan.
- Complete requisitions for supplies as required by the department
- Cleans and maintains designated therapy areas and equipment.
- Records daily attendance and participation of residents and forwards information to the Recreation Therapy Manager/Recreation Therapist.
- Where applicable, takes responsibility for handling cash related to therapeutic programs.
- Recreation Assistant at Grace Manor will be required to transport residents using Program Vehicle.
- Assist in the orientation and/or supervision of new staff, practicum students, and volunteers

**Qualifications and Education requirements**:

- *NOTE: For some jobs, you may be required to provide validated educational documentation._

**Education/Certifications**:

- Post-secondary education in Recreation Therapy or experience working in Recreation Therapy with senior populations
- CPR and Standard First Aid
- Current Safecheck Food Safe certificate
- Clear Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Check
- Recreation Assistant working at Stepping Stone Supportive Residence must have Class 5 driver’s license with a clean driver’s abstract

**Experience**:

- Experience working with individuals with mental health conditions
- Able to assess residents’ responses and recognize changes in resident health status
- Has the knowledge and ability to define learning needs in conjunction with the Recreation Therapy Manager on an ongoing basis.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office

**Special Knowledge, Skills or abilities required**:

- Able to organize and complete program planning according to timelines
- Provides safe and competent care within her/his scope of practice as defined by this position description.
- Demonstrates appropriate verbal and non-verbal communication and reporting skills.
- Ability to work independently with mínimal supervision
- Handle stressful situations in a professional manner

**Job Type**: Casual

**Salary**: $22.59-$28.23 per hour

**Benefits**:

- Employee assistance program
- On-site parking

Schedule:

- Holidays
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed

**Education**:

- DCS / DEC (required)

**Experience**:

- mental health setting: 1 year (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

- Standard First Aid with Level C CPR (required)
- SafeCheck (or similar) Food Safety certification (preferred)
- Class 5 Driver's License (& clear abstract) (required)

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 2024-04-03

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