Therapeutic Recreationists

3 days ago


Thunder Bay, Canada St. Joseph's Care Group Full time

**THERAPEUTIC RECREATIONIST - Hogarth Riverview Manor**

**THE OPPORTUNITY**

**St. Joseph's Care Group (SJCG) in Thunder Bay,** **Ontario is seeking Therapeutic Recreationists** to join our team at our Hogarth Riverview Manor Homes. A variety of permanent part-time and temporary full time & part time positions are available.

SJCG lives its values of Care, Compassion and Commitment, continuing a tradition that began 135 years ago of meeting the unmet needs of the people of Northwestern Ontario. As a member the interprofessional care team, Therapeutic Recreationists work closely with the nursing team to ensure the highest quality of service for the residents.

**FAST FACTS**
- Hogarth Riverview Manor is a 544-bed long-term care home with 17 resident home areas.
- Hogarth Riverview Manor provides a comfortable, familiar and home-like environment and specialized in Alzheimer’s and dementia care.
- The home fosters resident-focused care reflective of SJCG's core values of _Care, Compassionate, & Commitment._

**We believe in investing in our people. As a member of our team, you will be offered**:

- Competitive and progressive salary - starting at $21.43/hour
- Opportunities to grow and contribute within a supportive team environment
- Learning and development opportunities
- Employee wellness initiatives
- Employee and family assistance program
- Welcoming workplace culture

**Education/Experience**:

- Degree/diploma in Therapeutic Recreation or Recreation and Leisure Studies with Therapeutic Recreation course content (Therapeutic Recreation specialization)
- Experience in Therapeutic Recreation programming as it relates to programs offered in long term care settings

**Skills/Abilities**:

- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Demonstrated commitment to resident centered care
- Ability to work as part of a team and also independently, with mínimal supervision

**Assets**:

- Training in Gentle Persuasive Approach and/or Montessori is an asset
- Professional member in good standing with Therapeutic Recreation Ontario (TRO)
- Membership with the Canadian Therapeutic Recreation Association or similar related associations

**CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT**
- This position shall be conditional upon a satisfactory Police Vulnerable Sector Check (PVSC) where indicated, to ensure the absence of relevant criminal convictions.
- St. Joseph's Care Group is committed to providing high quality client-centred care by building a respectful and inclusive workforce that reflects the diverse population it serves. Individuals who speak a second language including French, Finnish, Italian, Ojibway, Cree, Oji-Cree, etc. are encouraged to apply._

**Job Types**: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent

**Salary**: $21.43 per hour

**Benefits**:

- Employee assistance program
- Wellness program

**Education**:

- Bachelor's Degree (preferred)

**Experience**:

- therapeutic recreation programming in long term care setting: 1 year (preferred)

Work Location: One location



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