Recreational Therapy Aide

7 days ago

Edmonton, Canada The Good Samaritan Society Full time

**Recreational Therapy Aide**

Internal Closing Date: at 1500 hrs.

Good Samaritan Mill Woods Centre

101 Youville Drive East, Edmonton, AB

AUPE

The world could use more good samaritans. If you are interested in a diverse and rewarding career within a dynamic organization, then choose a career where people matter; where you are valued, appreciated for your hard work, and supported. Join a team that empowers you to live up to your potential so that you can feel part of something bigger and make a difference in the lives of others.

**The Opportunity**

- Employment Type

  • Permanent Part Time 0.62 FTE

- Hours of Work

  • Tues, Thurs: 0900-1630

Wed: 0900-1530

Fri: 0900-1300

Sat: 1300-1700 and 0900-1300

- Wages

  • $20.77 to $26.03

The Therapy Aide provides safe, effective recreational programming with a focus on the residents’ individual goals as outlined and approved by established practice. The Therapy Aide facilitates and implements recreation programs for the residents and provides support, direction and supervision to volunteers.

A high school diploma is required and post secondary therapeutic recreation aide course work preferred. Two years experience in Continuing Care/Community Care. Experience providing therapy aide assistance to geriatric and disabled populations and those with various cognitive impairments who reside within a long term care/community care setting. Valid Class IV Drivers License and First Aid Certificate required.

**Who we are**

As the largest not-for-profit provider of seniors’ care in Alberta and British Columbia, The Good Samaritan Society and Good Samaritan Canada (together, Good Samaritan) have been providing exceptional care and support since 1949. We are faith-based, not-for-profit organizations committed to creating safe, comfortable communities where individuals experience caring, belonging, and purpose. With a proud history of innovation and service excellence, Good Samaritan offers continuing and long-term care, supportive and assisted living, and a variety of specialized health care programs. We serve the healthy and frail elderly, adults with developmental disabilities, and those with chronic or complex health conditions. We operate 61 care homes across Alberta and British Columbia, serving more than 5,600 residents, clients, and patients. Our work is supported by over 4,300 dedicated employees and more than 500 volunteers. We are proud to ensure that 95 cents of every dollar spent goes directly to frontline care and services.

**What we can offer you**

  • Work/life balance
  • Learning and development opportunities
  • Competitive wages
  • Pension and benefits for eligible employees
  • Paid vacation time for eligible employees
  • Discounted services with many of our local businesses
  • Employee and Family Assistance Program
  • Employee recognition events

**Requirements**

  • A current and clear Criminal Records Check Form and if applicable a Vulnerable Sector Check that has been obtained no more than 90 calendar days prior to the hire date.
  • A tuberculosis screening that has been completed no more than 12 months prior to the hire date.

**Diversity-Equity-Inclusion**

  • Good Samaritan Society celebrated our 75th Anniversary in 2024.
  • Good Samarian is a 2024 Alberta Continuing Care Association award recipient for Innovator of the Year
  • Good Samaritan is a 2023 Canadian HR award recipient for Excellence for Diversity and Inclusion
  • Good Samaritan is a 2023 Canadian College of Health Leaders award recipient for Excellence in Diversity and Inclusion

**How to apply**

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