Recreation Therapy Assistant

2 weeks ago


Edmonton, Canada Lifestyle Options Retirement Communities Full time

_Lifestyle Options takes tremendous pride in operating supportive living communities with professional staff that foster healthy aging and champion residents freedom, choice and independence. Providing the best home for our residents is our mission._

**We are currently recruiting for a Full Time Therapy Assistant for our Riverbend facility in Edmonton, Alberta.**

**Position Summary**:
Supports the recreation department in the delivery and implementation of recreation and leisure programs for our residents.

**Responsibilities and Duties**:

- Organizes and leads recreation and leisure programs that are suitable and enjoyable to the resident needs as identified by the supervisor.
- Assists with planning and facilitating group and 1:1 programs, outings and special events.
- Organize and prepare materials needed for upcoming programs.
- Seasonal set up/removal and inventory of site decorations.
- Supports Recreation Department to ensure financial aspects of Recreation activities/events are accurately monitored, collected, etc.
- Work collaboratively with the Recreation Therapy team along with other interdisciplinary team members.
- Complete related administrative work such as daily intervention statistics and various other administration work.
- Prior experience in recreation/activity coordination working with seniors and residents with dementia/special needs in a similar setting is required.
- Strong written and verbal English skills to effectively communicate with all residents, visitors and at all levels within the organization required.
- Demonstrates emotional intelligence.
- Able to deal with people sensitively, tactfully, diplomatically, and professionally
- Ability to organize work and multi-task.
- High level of independent judgment and reasoning.

Schedule:

- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Weekend availability

Licence/Certification:

- Proof of COVID19 Immunization (required)

Work Location: One location



  • Edmonton, Canada Sprucewood Place Full time

    A premier Park Place care residence located in the community of Edmonton AB, Villa Marguerite offers both Independent Living and Supportive Living (DSL, SL4 and SL4D). Recognized for its inclusive care services and close proximity to Misericordia Hospital and West Edmonton Mall, Villa Marguerite Seniors Community combines unique social events with the...


  • Edmonton, Canada Park Place Seniors Living Full time

    A premier Park Place care residence located in the community of Edmonton AB, Sprucewood Place offers both Independent Living and Designated Supportive Living (DSL), including specialized suites for mental rehabilitation residents and adults with special disability requirements. Recognized for its inclusive care services and close proximity to Royal Alexandra...


  • Edmonton, Canada Carrington Group of Companies Full time

    Are you a compassionate, caring, and dedicated recreation professional? Come grow your career with Lifestyle Options! - Lifestyle Options takes tremendous pride in operating supportive living communities with professional staff that foster healthy aging and champion residents’ freedom, choice, and independence. _ At Lifestyle Options we care for our...

  • Therapy Assistant

    4 weeks ago


    Edmonton, Canada CapitalCare Full time

    :As a Recreation Therapy Assistant, you will provide Person Centered Care with direction from the LPN, Recreation Therapist and Care Manager by performing a variety of support duties associated with the provision of Recreation Services in accordance with set guidelines and practices. Providing hands-on assistance, cueing, and leadership in a variety of...

  • Therapy Assistant

    7 days ago


    Edmonton, Canada Alberta Health Services Full time

    **Your Opportunity**: Henwood Treatment Centre is a 62-bed live-in treatment facility for individuals experiencing substance use and co-occurring mental health concerns. We are seeking a passionate and motivated Recreation Therapy Assistant to join our dynamic team in supporting individuals on their recovery journey. The Recreation Therapy Assistant will...


  • Edmonton, Canada LeeCaring Communities (Edmonton Chinatown Care Centre) Full time

    **Position Summary**: The Mission of LeeCaring Communities is to create resident focused communities that are respectful, caring and compassionate, where residents are encouraged to live each day with purpose and belonging. Our Values: - Resident centered care - we care for the whole person with kindness, respect and dignity, while ensuring residents and...

  • Therapy Assistant

    7 days ago


    Edmonton, Canada Covenant Health Alberta Full time

    The Therapy Assistant is responsible for assisting in the delivery of therapeutic rehabilitation programs. The Therapy Assistant participates in assessment related activities as well as the planning and development of client programs which includes leading individual or group treatment and educational interventions. This position is covered by the terms and...

  • Therapy Assistant

    4 weeks ago


    Edmonton, Canada Alberta Health Services Full time

    **Your Opportunity**: The Therapy Assistant works under the direction of Occupational Therapists within pediatric, adult and older adult inpatient and ambulatory programs. The Therapy Assistant prepares treatment media as directed, assists with/or provides group and individual intervention, and works collaboratively with the interdisciplinary team. The...


  • Edmonton, Canada LeeCaring Communities (HolSome Place) Full time

    The Mission of the Foundation is to create resident-focused communities that are respectful, caring and compassionate, where residents are encouraged to live each day with purpose and belonging. **Our Values**: - Resident centered care - we care for the whole person with kindness, respect and dignity, while ensuring residents and their families have a...

  • Therapy Assistant

    5 days ago


    Edmonton, Canada Alberta Health Services Full time

    **Your Opportunity**: **Description**: As a Therapy Assistant, you will work both individually and as part of an interprofessional team under the assignment, monitoring and evaluation of an audiologist, occupational therapist, physiotherapist, recreation therapist or speech-language pathologist. You will contribute to effective and efficient rehabilitation...

  • Therapy Assistant

    4 weeks ago


    Edmonton, Canada Alberta Health Services Full time

    **Your Opportunity**: Works under the direction of occupational therapists within specialized adult programs. Primary duties will be assisting with/or providing group and individual intervention for individuals with musculoskeletal impairments, amputations or burns. Assists with geriatric groups. Works collaboratively with the interdisciplinary team....


  • Edmonton, Canada LeeCaring Communities (Edmonton Chinatown Care Centre) Full time

    **Position Summary**: The Mission of LeeCaring Communities is to create resident focused communities that are respectful, caring and compassionate, where residents are encouraged to live each day with purpose and belonging. Our Values: - Resident centered care - we care for the whole person with kindness, respect and dignity, while ensuring residents and...

  • Therapy Assistant

    4 weeks ago


    Edmonton, Canada Alberta Health Services Full time

    Your Opportunity: This is a clinical position with the Community Respiratory Services Team. The incumbent will assist Respiratory Therapists in the collection of information to support the assessment of clients with respiratory disease and related conditions. The Respiratory Therapy Assistant is also responsible for preparing and delivering individual and...

  • Therapy Assistant

    6 days ago


    Edmonton, Canada Alberta Health Services Full time

    Your Opportunity: Description: As a Therapy Assistant, you will work both individually and as part of an interprofessional team under the assignment, monitoring and evaluation of an audiologist, occupational therapist, physiotherapist, recreation therapist or speech-language pathologist. You will contribute to effective and efficient rehabilitation services...


  • Edmonton, AB, Canada Shepherd's Care Foundation Full time

    Being part of Shepherd’s Care Foundation means having an opportunity to belong, grow, and succeed. Temporary Full Time – 0.Hourly Rate of Pay: $18.Reporting to the Recreation Therapy Manager, the Recreation Aide assists in the development and implementation of therapeutic recreational programming and interventions with a focus on resident safety and...


  • Edmonton, Canada LeeCaring Communities (Edmonton China Town Care Centre) Full time

    The Mission of the Foundation is to create resident-focused communities that are respectful, caring and compassionate, where residents are encouraged to live each day with purpose and belonging. **Our Values**: - Resident centered care - we care for the whole person with kindness, respect and dignity, while ensuring residents and their families have a...

  • Therapy Assistant

    7 days ago


    Edmonton, Canada Alberta Health Services Full time

    Your Opportunity: Description: As a Therapy Assistant, you will work both individually and as part of an interprofessional team under the assignment, monitoring and evaluation of an audiologist, occupational therapist, physiotherapist, recreation therapist or speech-language pathologist. You will contribute to effective and efficient rehabilitation services...

  • Therapy Assistant

    4 weeks ago


    Edmonton, Canada Alberta Health Services Full time

    **Your Opportunity**: **Description**: As a Therapy Assistant, you will work both individually and as part of an interprofessional team under the assignment, monitoring and evaluation of an audiologist, occupational therapist, physiotherapist, recreation therapist or speech-language pathologist. You will contribute to effective and efficient rehabilitation...

  • Therapy Assistant

    3 days ago


    Edmonton, Canada Alberta Health Services Full time

    **Your Opportunity**: **Description**: As a Therapy Assistant, you will work both individually and as part of an interprofessional team under the assignment, monitoring and evaluation of an audiologist, occupational therapist, physiotherapist, recreation therapist or speech-language pathologist. You will contribute to effective and efficient rehabilitation...

  • Therapy Assistant

    3 days ago


    Edmonton, Canada Alberta Health Services Full time

    **Your Opportunity**: **Description**: As a Therapy Assistant, you will work both individually and as part of an interprofessional team under the assignment, monitoring and evaluation of an audiologist, occupational therapist, physiotherapist, recreation therapist or speech-language pathologist. You will contribute to effective and efficient rehabilitation...