Recreation Therapist

5 days ago


Victoria, British Columbia, Canada Retirement Concepts Full time
About the Role

The Recreation Therapist is a key member of our team, responsible for assessing, developing, and implementing person-centered therapeutic recreation programs to meet the holistic needs and interests of our residents.

Responsibilities
  • Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to provide goal-oriented outcomes and support the completion of monthly calendars to reflect resident needs, interests, and abilities.
  • Develop and implement recreation and leisure programs for individuals and groups, incorporating practice-based evidence and current trends.
  • Assist with admission and orientation of new residents and tenants, and report and document resident progress, function, and program participation.
  • Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team, resident, and family to prepare for pre/post resident care conferences, and attend as required.
  • Provide quarterly and annual assessments based on standards of practice and requirements of MDS-RAI and care planning timeframes.
  • Motivate and encourage resident participation through initiatives such as Resident Council to ensure resident needs and rights are being maintained and heard.
  • Assist with student and volunteer placements, orientation, and evaluation when required, and actively participate in orientation of new staff, community programs, meetings, committees, and educational in-services.
  • Maintain a safe environment for residents, family, and staff, through accident prevention, knowledge of emergency procedures, and regulations.
Qualifications & Skills
  • A two-year Recreation or equivalent Diploma.
  • Two year related experience in Long Term Care setting preferred.
  • Experience programming for Alzheimer Disease and related Dementia's is an asset.
  • Member or eligibility for British Columbia Therapeutic Recreation Association (BCTRA).
  • Valid First Aid Level 1 Certificate with CPR required.
  • Serving It Right Certificate.
  • Food Safe Level 1 Certificate an asset.
  • Valid Class 4 (Unrestricted) BC Driver's License as required.
  • All successful applicants must pass the vulnerable sector Criminal Record Check applicable to Provincial guidelines.
  • Ability to push, pull, stoop, crouch, lift, and carry up to 50 lbs.
  • Ability to read, write, and speak English proficiently and understand verbal and written instructions.
  • Good interpersonal and organizational skills.
  • Intermediate computer skills including Word, Publisher, and Outlook.


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