Recreational Therapist, Reactivation Care Centre

North York General is one of Canada’s leading community academic hospitals with a vision to deliver World-Class Care, 24/7. Affiliated with the University of Toronto, our multi-site campus supports our diverse community through every stage and life-defining moment by providing a wide range of acute care, ambulatory and long-term care services.What defines North York General goes beyond exceptional quality care. Our superpower is how we deliver that care – the unparalleled compassion we bring to every encounter, during the moments that matter. Through partnerships, collaboration and academic endeavours, we seek to set new standards for People-Centred Care—a cornerstone of our culture and central to our Mission: People-Centred Care for a healthier community.North York General is a member of the North York Toronto Health Partners, an Ontario Health Team that integrates local care with patients, primary care and community partners.We are proud to be a place where the best people come to learn, grow and innovate. Join North York General to accelerate your career Position Summary Recreational Therapist, Reactivation Care Centre The Recreational Therapist works independently and interdependently as part of the health care team in the Reactivation Care Centre – A Central LHIN Collaborative. The main goals for Recreation Therapists include but are not limited to promoting social interaction among patients to improve quality of life, increasing activity tolerance, cognitive stimulation, providing opportunities to learn new skills and maintain current level of functioning. All roles are essential in providing a safe and healthy environment for patients, staff, physicians, volunteers and others by ensuring that health and safety policies and regulations are followed. On a practical level, you will .Create a framework for each program addressing the needs, strengths and interests of patients within the context of their environment. Group program outlines should include purpose, rationale, description, goals and outcomes, evaluation mechanisms and resource requirements.• Utilize an individualized and systematic assessment process to determine individual strengths, needs and interest of patients to establish the priorities of therapeutic recreation intervention.• Outline specific strategies and modalities based on assessment results. • Participate with Program Clinical Teams by attending patient rounds.• Maintain supplies and equipment required for programming• Supervise Recreation Therapy Students and Volunteers (University).• Provide appropriate educational programs to patients, families, hospital staff and the community as needed. Qualifications Must obtain and provide to the Hospital a current Police Vulnerable Sector Check.• Completion of a University Degree in Recreation and Leisure Studies (Therapeutic Recreation Specialization) or a University Degree with a post-graduate diploma in Therapeutic Recreation.• Membership in Therapeutic Recreation Ontario (TRO).• Minimum 2 years working experience as a Recreational Therapist working in an acute medical and/or geriatric setting.• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively as a part of an inter-professional team.Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.• Ability to be creative and resourceful• A basic command of medical terminology.• Proficient with computers, MS Word, internet searches, data entry and patient information systems. What We Offer Working at NYGH means working with a dynamic team of fellow healthcare providers, staff, and volunteers in one of Canada’s leading hospitals. This is a Part Time Regular position with 4, 8 and 12 hour shifts, days, evenings, nights and weekends in the Reactivation Care Centre at NYGH Finch Site, 555 Finch Avenue W. We offer a highly competitive total compensation package which includes pay in lieu of benefits, vacation pay and the opportunity to join the Hospital Pension Plan.#INDO