Current jobs related to Therapeutic Recreation Specialist - Vaughan, Ontario - Mackenzie Health

  • Recreation Therapist

    4 weeks ago


    Vaughan, Ontario, Canada Mackenzie Health Full time

    Job Title: Recreation TherapistMackenzie Health is seeking a skilled Recreation Therapist to join our team. As a Recreation Therapist, you will work in a dynamic client/patient and family recovery model of care, promoting a holistic leisure lifestyle by addressing the social, physical, spiritual, emotional, and cognitive needs of clients/patients.Key...

  • Recreation Therapist

    4 weeks ago


    Vaughan, Ontario, Canada Mackenzie Health Full time

    Job Title: Recreation TherapistMackenzie Health is seeking a skilled Recreation Therapist to join our team. As a Recreation Therapist, you will work in a dynamic client/patient and family recovery model of care, promoting a holistic leisure lifestyle by addressing the social, physical, spiritual, emotional, and cognitive needs of clients/patients.Key...

  • Recreation Therapist

    4 weeks ago


    Vaughan, Ontario, Canada Mackenzie Health Full time

    Job SummaryMackenzie Health is seeking a skilled Recreation Therapist to join our team. As a Recreation Therapist, you will work in a dynamic client/patient and family recovery model of care, addressing the social, physical, spiritual, emotional, and cognitive needs of clients/patients.Key ResponsibilitiesDevelop, plan, facilitate, schedule, organize, and...

  • Recreation Therapist

    4 weeks ago


    Vaughan, Ontario, Canada Mackenzie Health Full time

    Job SummaryMackenzie Health is seeking a skilled Recreation Therapist to join our team. As a Recreation Therapist, you will work in a dynamic client/patient and family recovery model of care, addressing the social, physical, spiritual, emotional, and cognitive needs of clients/patients.Key ResponsibilitiesDevelop, plan, facilitate, schedule, organize, and...

  • Recreation Therapist

    4 weeks ago


    Vaughan, Ontario, Canada Mackenzie Health Full time

    Job SummaryMackenzie Health is seeking a skilled Recreation Therapist to join our team. As a Recreation Therapist, you will work in a dynamic client/patient and family recovery model of care, addressing the social, physical, spiritual, emotional, and cognitive needs of clients/patients.Key ResponsibilitiesDevelop, plan, facilitate, schedule, organize, and...

  • Recreation Therapist

    4 weeks ago


    Vaughan, Ontario, Canada Mackenzie Health Full time

    Job SummaryMackenzie Health is seeking a skilled Recreation Therapist to join our team. As a Recreation Therapist, you will work in a dynamic client/patient and family recovery model of care, addressing the social, physical, spiritual, emotional, and cognitive needs of clients/patients.Key ResponsibilitiesDevelop, plan, facilitate, schedule, organize, and...

  • Recreation Therapist

    2 months ago


    Vaughan, Ontario, Canada CHATS Full time

    Job Title: Recreation ProgrammerJob Summary:We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Recreation Programmer to join our team at CHATS. As a Recreation Programmer, you will be responsible for designing, developing, and implementing group and individualized wellness and therapeutic programs for frail and cognitively impaired seniors in our Adult Day...


  • Vaughan, Ontario, Canada CHATS Full time

    Job Summary:We are seeking a skilled Recreation Therapist to join our team at CHATS. As a Recreation Therapist, you will design, develop, and implement group and individualized wellness and therapeutic programs for frail and cognitively impaired seniors in our Adult Day Program.Key Responsibilities:Develop and implement therapeutic programs that promote...

  • Recreation Therapist

    4 weeks ago


    Vaughan, Ontario, Canada CHATS Full time

    Job Title: Recreation ProgrammerJob Summary:We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Recreation Programmer to join our team at CHATS. As a Recreation Programmer, you will be responsible for designing, developing, and implementing group and individualized wellness and therapeutic programs for frail and cognitively impaired seniors in our Adult Day...

  • Recreation Therapist

    4 weeks ago


    Vaughan, Ontario, Canada CHATS Full time

    Job Title: Recreation ProgrammerJob Summary:We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Recreation Programmer to join our team at CHATS. As a Recreation Programmer, you will be responsible for designing, developing, and implementing group and individualized wellness and therapeutic programs for frail and cognitively impaired seniors in our Adult Day...

  • Recreation Therapist

    1 month ago


    Vaughan, Ontario, Canada CHATS Full time

    Job Title: Recreation ProgrammerJob Summary:We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Recreation Programmer to join our team at CHATS. As a Recreation Programmer, you will be responsible for designing, developing, and implementing group and individualized wellness and therapeutic programs for frail and cognitively impaired seniors in our Adult Day...

  • Recreation Therapist

    1 month ago


    Vaughan, Ontario, Canada CHATS Full time

    Job Title: Recreation ProgrammerJob Summary:We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Recreation Programmer to join our team at CHATS. As a Recreation Programmer, you will be responsible for designing, developing, and implementing group and individualized wellness and therapeutic programs for frail and cognitively impaired seniors in our Adult Day...

  • Recreation Therapist

    2 weeks ago


    Vaughan, Ontario, Canada CHATS Full time

    Job Summary:We are seeking a skilled Recreation Therapist to join our team at CHATS. The successful candidate will design, develop, implement, and evaluate group and individualized wellness and therapeutic programs for frail and cognitively impaired seniors in an Adult Day Program.Key Responsibilities:Develop and implement therapeutic programs that promote...

  • Recreation Therapist

    2 weeks ago


    Vaughan, Ontario, Canada Mackenzie Health Full time

    Job SummaryMackenzie Health is seeking a skilled Recreation Therapist to join our team. As a Recreation Therapist, you will work in a dynamic client/patient and family recovery model of care, addressing the social, physical, spiritual, emotional, and cognitive needs of clients/patients.Key ResponsibilitiesDevelop, plan, facilitate, schedule, organize, and...

  • Recreation Therapist

    2 weeks ago


    Vaughan, Ontario, Canada CHATS Full time

    Job Summary:We are seeking a skilled Recreation Therapist to join our team at CHATS. As a Recreation Therapist, you will design, develop, and implement group and individualized wellness and therapeutic programs for frail and cognitively impaired seniors in our Adult Day Program.Key Responsibilities:Develop and implement therapeutic programs that promote...

  • Recreation Therapist

    2 weeks ago


    Vaughan, Ontario, Canada CHATS Full time

    Job Summary:We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Recreation Therapist to join our team at CHATS. As a Recreation Therapist, you will be responsible for designing, developing, implementing, and evaluating group and individualized wellness and therapeutic programs for frail and cognitively impaired seniors in our Adult Day Program.Key...


  • Vaughan, Ontario, Canada CHATS Full time

    About the Role:We are seeking a Recreation Therapist to join our team at CHATS Adult Day Program in Vaughan, ON. As a Recreation Therapist, you will design, develop, implement, and evaluate group and individualized wellness and therapeutic programs for frail and cognitively impaired seniors.Key Responsibilities:Develop and implement group and individualized...

  • Recreation Assistant

    3 weeks ago


    Vaughan, Ontario, Canada Villa Leonardo Gambin Full time

    Recreation Aide Job DescriptionVilla Leonardo Gambin is seeking a highly motivated and compassionate Recreation Aide to join our team. As a Recreation Aide, you will play a critical role in enhancing the lives of our residents by providing engaging and meaningful activities.Key Responsibilities:Develop and implement recreational programs that cater to the...

  • Recreation Assistant

    4 weeks ago


    Vaughan, Ontario, Canada Villa Leonardo Gambin Full time

    Recreation Aide Job DescriptionVilla Leonardo Gambin is seeking a highly motivated and compassionate Recreation Aide to join our team. As a Recreation Aide, you will play a critical role in enhancing the lives of our residents by providing engaging and meaningful activities that promote social interaction, physical activity, and mental stimulation.Key...

  • Recreation Assistant

    4 weeks ago


    Vaughan, Ontario, Canada Villa Leonardo Gambin Full time

    Recreation Aide Job DescriptionVilla Leonardo Gambin is seeking a highly motivated and compassionate Recreation Aide to join our team. As a Recreation Aide, you will play a critical role in enhancing the lives of our residents by providing engaging and meaningful activities that promote social interaction, physical activity, and mental stimulation.Key...

Therapeutic Recreation Specialist

3 months ago


Vaughan, Ontario, Canada Mackenzie Health Full time

Job Overview

Therapeutic Recreation Specialist - MRHH C3 Purple Mental Health

Temporary Part Time Position

Reporting to the Patient Care Manager, this role operates within a dynamic recovery framework for clients and their families, adhering to established standards of practice and the organization's core values. The position involves collaboration within a team-oriented environment, promoting a comprehensive leisure lifestyle that addresses the social, physical, spiritual, emotional, and cognitive needs of clients.

Key Responsibilities

Design, plan, facilitate, schedule, and implement a variety of therapeutic recreation programs in both inpatient and outpatient settings. Conduct assessments to develop individualized recreation plans, maintain patient documentation, and evaluate various individual and group recreation initiatives.

Required Qualifications

A degree in Recreation and Leisure Studies with a focus on Therapeutic Recreation from an accredited institution. Current certification in CPR/First Aid. Active membership with Therapeutic Recreation Ontario (TRO). 3-5 years of experience in an Acute Inpatient Psychiatric Unit and Mental Health Day Hospital Program.

Additional Skills and Experience

Experience as a primary therapist capable of managing a caseload in a Mental Health Day Hospital Program. Strong understanding of therapeutic recreation principles and practices. Proven ability to develop, organize, and implement leisure and recreation programs while assessing leisure needs and goals. Experience in facilitating both individual and group interventions. Ability to discern relevant information for effective patient care planning. Competence in accessing community resources and working effectively with a diverse clientele. Self-directed and capable of independently facilitating programs. Ability to collaborate effectively within an interdisciplinary team. Excellent interpersonal, listening, and communication skills in English, enabling effective interaction with patients, families, and colleagues. Strong decision-making, problem-solving, and critical thinking abilities. Initiative and adaptability to new or unexpected situations. Commitment to ongoing learning and professional development. Proven reliability in attendance. Understanding and compliance with safety policies and procedures to foster a safe and inclusive environment. Capability to perform essential job duties. Ability to analyze research and implement evidence-based practices into policy and clinical practice. Demonstrates behaviors consistent with Mackenzie Health's Commitment to Caring. Models values aligned with Mackenzie Health – Excellence, Leadership, and Empathy. Dedication to providing an exceptional experience for staff and clients in a challenging healthcare environment.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with EPIC. Current certification in non-violent crisis intervention. Experience supervising Recreation Therapy students and volunteers.

Note: You may be required to work at any site of Mackenzie Health.