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Shelburne County, Canada Nova Scotia Health Authority Full time
About the Opportunity

We are seeking a highly skilled Recreation Therapy Associate to join our team at the Nova Scotia Health Authority. As a member of our healthcare team, you will provide support to clients and families through the application of recreation intervention to support holistic functioning of clients.

About You

To be successful in this role, you will have:

  • A post-secondary diploma with a concentration in Therapeutic Recreation from an accredited educational institution or a diploma
  • BLS - C certification
  • Experience working with individuals with physical/cognitive disabilities
  • Ability to work effectively within a team or other healthcare professionals
  • Ability to assist in the plan, develop, implement and evaluation of Recreation programs
  • Effective listening and communication skills; ability to motivate patients/veterans
  • Adaptability/Flexibility: changing and adapting skills to changing patient populations and/or worksites
  • Ability to work independently, without direct supervision
  • Ability to understand medical terminology used in a clinical area, and use within the documentation
  • Competencies in other languages an asset, French preferred
Hours

This is a permanent full-time position, working 75 hours biweekly. Shifts will include weekdays, occasional weekends and holidays. Travel may be required.

Compensation and Incentives

The successful candidate will receive a competitive hourly rate of $25.95. In addition, they 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.