Recreation Therapist II
Alberta Health Services
Raymond, AB-
Number of positions available : 1
- Salary To be discussed
- Published on December 19th, 2024
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Starting date : 1 position to fill as soon as possible
Description
Discover a rewarding opportunity with the Seniors Mental Health and Day Program where you will be able to make a difference and transform lives. As a Recreation Therapist II, you will play a vital role in leading and empowering individuals to achieve greater independence, and an enhanced quality of life. Drawing on your expertise and therapeutic recreation and insights you will develop individualized strategies that enable clients to transition back into their communities with confidence and optimism. Your creativity will shine as you design engaging group program that bring joy and purpose to residents: daily routine, postering a positive and uplifting atmosphere within the Prairie Ridge Care Facility. By collaborating closely with other allied professional, clients, and their families, you will empower clients to actively engage in their wellness journey and develop meaningful links between recreation leisure and their overall well-being. Be a part of our dedicated team and make a difference through recreation. This position has transitioned to Recovery Alberta effective September 1, 2024. By applying on this posting, if you are the successful candidate, you agree to and will become an employee of Recovery Alberta.
As a Recreation Therapist II, you will take a leadership role in ensuring that the level of therapeutic recreation practice in your clinical area is evidence based, patient-and family-centred and in accordance with policies, procedures and standards of practice. You will provide clinical leadership to ensure safe and efficient care as well as coordinate the assessment, treatment, education and care of the patient (client, resident). You will participate in program development to ensure effective delivery of services, including the development of protocols, forms, education, and quality improvement initiatives. You will complete assessment, treatment, education and management of clients¿ treatment progress and provide clinical support and consultation. You will collaborate and communicate with the health care team and participate in patient rounds, family conferences and meetings as related to the client and family.
Completion of bachelor's degree in Recreation Therapy, Therapeutic Recreation or Recreation and Leisure Studies. Active or eligible registration for Professional Membership with Alberta Therapeutic Recreation Association (ATRA). Minimum three years' related clinical experience as a Recreation Therapist.
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