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We are seeking a highly skilled and compassionate Therapeutic Assistant to join our team at Nova Scotia Health and IWK Health. As a member of our interdisciplinary treatment team, you will play a vital role in supporting patients, families, and healthcare professionals through the incorporation of facilitation techniques and participation in leisure/recreation activities.
Under the direction of the recreation therapist and appropriate healthcare team members, you will work collaboratively to carry out individual treatment programs and communicate patient-specific information to enhance the level of knowledge of the treatment team. Your support will be instrumental in maximizing patient engagement and successful outcomes, modeled within a recreation therapy framework.
About YouWe are looking for a candidate with:
- Completion of year one from an accredited Therapeutic Recreation program, including the Therapeutic Recreation Foundations Course
- Current certification in Non-Violent Crisis Intervention (NVCI) is an asset
- Behaviour Modification Skills
- Leisure/Recreation related knowledge and skills to support patient care plans for transition
- Understanding of a multi-disciplinary treatment team approaches within acute care and along the continuum of care
- Understanding of patient populations in acute care with cognitive and/or responsive behaviors
- Ability to work in a high-paced acute care environment
- Strong communication skills, both verbally and written
- Strong leadership and interpersonal skills
- Knowledge of community resources
- Competencies in other languages preferred; French an asset
Please ensure your resume is up to date and includes all relevant education, experience, training, and certifications.
Hours and CompensationThis is a long-assignment, part-time position with 60 hours bi-weekly. The successful candidate may be eligible for our benefits package, which includes health, dental, travel, long-term disability, and life insurance coverage, as well as a defined benefit pension plan.
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