Bring Healing and Joy – Recreation Therapist II Jobs Now Open
Alberta Health Services’ Rehabilitation Program based in Athabasca, AB is inviting applications from suitable candidates for the position of Recreation therapist II. Alberta Health Services’ Rehabilitation Program specializes in supporting individuals recovering from injuries, surgeries, or medical conditions. It provides tailored therapies, including physiotherapy, occupational therapy, and speech-language services, aimed at restoring function and improving quality of life. The candidates selected for the vacancy will be required to start the work as soon as possible.
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Job Description:
Employer Name: Alberta Health Services
Program: Rehabilitation
Position: Recreation therapist II
No of Vacancies: 3
Salary: $39.48 – $52.50 hourly
Employment Type: Regular/Part Time
Classification: Recreation Therapist II
Union: HSAA Facility PROF/TECH
FTE: 0.40
Job Category: Rehabilitation and Therapy
Location: Athabasca, AB
Primary Location: Athabasca Healthcare Centre
Hours per Shift: 7.75
Length of Shift in weeks: 2
Shifts per cycle: 4
Shift Pattern: Days
Days Off: Saturday/Sunday
Job ID: ALB00467931
Requirements:
Languages: Candidates must have knowledge of the English Language
Education: Candidates should have completed a bachelor’s degree in Recreation Therapy, Therapeutic Recreation, or Recreation and Leisure Studies
Experience: Candidates should have a minimum of three years of related clinical experience as a Recreation Therapist
Other Requirements:
- The candidates should possess active or eligible registration for Professional Membership with the Alberta Therapeutic Recreation Association (ATRA)
- The candidates should be able to perform additional responsibilities and demonstrate excellent communication skills and computer literacy
- The candidates should have previous experience in a leadership role, providing direction to therapy assistants
Responsibilities:
- The candidates should be able to take a leadership role in ensuring that therapeutic recreation practices are evidence-based, patient-and-family-centered, and align with policies, procedures, and standards of practice
- The candidates should be able to provide clinical leadership to ensure safe and efficient care while coordinating assessment, treatment, education, and care for patients (clients or residents)
- The candidates should be able to participate in program development by contributing to protocols, forms, education, and quality improvement initiatives for effective service delivery
- The candidates should be able to conduct assessments, treatments, education, and management of clients’ treatment progress, providing clinical support and consultation
- The candidates should be able to collaborate and communicate with the health care team and participate in patient rounds, family conferences, and meetings concerning the client and family
How to apply:
If the position is fit for you and the basic requirements are fulfilled then you can now apply directly to the employer (along with your resume) through the below-mentioned details.