Recreation Therapist

Salary

The salary range for this position is CAD $ $47.31 / hour
Job Summary

We are currently hiring for a Relief Part Time Recreation Therapist to join our Rehabilitation team at Surrey Memorial Hospital located in Surrey, B.C. This position is available until approximately July  2027 or until the return of the incumbent.    

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Joining our team offers you opportunities to work in a rapidly growing organization with health professionals who are excellent in their respective fields. Fraser Health offers opportunities for career growth and advancement and competitive benefits, including but not limited, to:

Four weeks of vacation to start Comprehensive 100% employer paid benefits Immediate enrollment in a defined municipal pension plan 87% maternity top-up50% subsidy on Translink passes

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We invite you to apply today and find out why employees recommend Fraser Health to their friends as an exceptional place to work. We are committed to planetary health, we value diversity in the work force and seek to maintain an environment of Respect, Caring and Trust.

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Detailed Overview

The Recreation Therapist assesses, plans, implements and monitors Recreation Therapy services which are designated to meet the individual needs and abilities of patients in order to maintain and improve their level of social and leisure function as they transition from the hospital setting to their home community. Participates in interprofessional team and family conferences and collaborates with other professionals.
Responsibilities

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2. Provides input into the development of recreation programs in the assigned areas. Implements and evaluates recreation therapy programs and determines program modification as necessary. Promotes the patient/client's ability to access and participate in community resources that will help their transition from a hospital to home community setting.
   
3. Conducts the assessment of each patient/client's social and leisure abilities and, in cooperation with other members of the interprofessional team, plans, implements and evaluates patient/client plans of care.  Educates patients/clients and families in aspects of recreation therapy treatment.
   
4. Participates in interprofessional team conferences and family conferences as necessary.
   
5. Collaborates with other team members regarding program related issues.
   
6. Provides input into the performance evaluation of clinical support staff.
   
7. Assists with the implementation of staff education programs relating to recreation therapy and rehabilitation services.
   
8. Acts as a resource person to staff regarding patient/client's therapeutic recreation needs.
   
9. Prepares food items with patients/clients; portions out and serves food and beverages and assists patients/clients with eating.
   
10. Makes recommendations regarding the purchase, general maintenance and repair of equipment and supplies.
    
11. Maintains patient/client records, clinical outcome measures and statistical data in accordance with department, facility and professional standards.
    
12. Participates in interprofessional, departmental and professional development to ensure awareness of current developments of evidence-based therapeutic recreation practice.
    
13. Provides instruction, feedback and supervision to students as required.
    
14. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education and Experience

Bachelor's Degree in Recreation Therapy. One (1) year of experience in Therapeutic Recreation, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience. Eligible for membership with the BC Therapeutic Recreation Association (BCTRA).

Successful completion of Foodsafe Course Level 1.

Valid BC Driver's License and access to personal vehicle for work-related purposes.

Skills and Abilities

• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
  
• Ability to teach, consult and advise.
  
• Ability to work independently and as a member of an interprofessional team.
  
• Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships.
  
• Ability to plan, organize, prioritize, and provide timely delivery of services.
  
• Ability to deal with and promote change.
  
• Ability to problem solve and effectively deal with conflict situations.
  
• Ability to operate related equipment including related computer software.
  
• Physical ability to perform the duties of the position.

About Fraser Health

Fraser Health is the heart of health care for over two million people in Metro Vancouver and the Fraser Valley in British Columbia, Canada, on the traditional, ancestral and unceded lands of the Coast Salish and Nlaka'pamux Nations and is home to 32 First Nations within the Fraser Salish region.
 
People - those we care for and those who care for them - are at the heart of everything we do. Our hospital and community-based services are delivered by a team of 54,000+ staff, medical staff and volunteers.
 
We are committed to planetary health and value diversity in the work force. We strive to maintain an environment of respect, caring and trust. Fraser Health's hiring practices aspire to ensure all individuals are treated in an inclusive, equitable and culturally safe manner.
 
Together, we are the heart of health care.
 
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