Therapeutic Recreation Specialist

4 weeks ago


Ottawa, Ontario, Canada City of Ottawa Full time

Job Summary

The City of Ottawa is seeking a skilled Therapeutic Recreation Specialist to join our team in delivering high-quality programs and services to our community. As a Therapeutic Recreation Specialist, you will be responsible for assisting with the delivery of our Therapeutic Recreation/Life Skills day program, which includes aspects of Therapeutic Recreation Programming.

Key Responsibilities

  • Assist with the delivery of the Therapeutic Recreation/Life Skills day program
  • Contribute to the development and implementation of program plans and activities
  • Provide support to participants with disabilities and special needs
  • Collaborate with colleagues to ensure a customer-centric and efficient service delivery

Requirements

  • Completion of a 4-year Therapeutic Recreation degree or a 3-year general degree with a Therapeutic Recreation Diploma
  • Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in Therapeutic Recreation Adult Day Program/ABI/Special Needs/Rehab/Community/Inclusive Recreation
  • Current Standard First Aid, CPR, and/or AED certificates
  • Crisis Prevention/Intervention training certificate
  • AODA Customer Service/IASR Training

What We Offer

  • A dynamic and supportive work environment
  • Opportunities for professional growth and development
  • A competitive salary and benefits package

How to Apply

If you are a motivated and compassionate individual with a passion for Therapeutic Recreation, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity. Please submit your application, including your resume and cover letter, to [insert contact information]. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.



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