Description

JOB SUMMARY:

Within the context of a client and family-centered care model, and in accordance with established standards of qualified practice and the vision and values of the organization, including Indigenous Cultural Safety, cultural humility and anti-racism principles, this position functions under the operational supervision of the Program Manager or Team Leader and the practice supervision and work direction of the Recreation Therapist, to carry out recreation therapy services. Duties include carrying out individual or group based programs based on client need both onsite and in the community. This includes program planning, demonstrating recreation activities, and carrying out modifications and adaptations to recreation programs to maximize client independence and participation.

Reports relevant observations of client progress and participation to the Recreation Therapist and interdisciplinary team as appropriate. Provides functional direction to program volunteers. May operate a van or bus with a passenger seating to transport clients within the community as required by the site/ program.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education & Experience

Completion of a recognized Therapeutic Recreation Diploma Program or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

Valid Class 4 vehicle license (unrestricted) may be required and will be listed on the posting.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

General knowledge of Trauma Informed Practice, Harm Reduction approaches and Strengths-based care

Demonstrated ability to promote Indigenous Cultural Safety

Demonstrated ability to provide competent and culturally safety care with diverse populations

Ability to work independently and in cooperation with others

Ability to communicate effectively,



both verbally and in writing

Ability to organize and prioritize work

Ability to observe and recognize changes in clients

Ability to establish and maintain rapport with clients

Ability to operate related equipment, including computer software programs

Physical ability to carry out the duties of the positon.

The hours of work including days off and work area may be subject to change consistent with operational requirements and the provision of the Collective Agreement and applicable statutes. Successful applicants may be required to complete a Criminal Records Review Check.

Details

At Vancouver Coastal Health, our vision of healthy lives in healthy communities inspires us and our values and pillars guide us. We support equitable practices, diverse teams and inclusive environments, which are vital to creating welcoming spaces where everyone can bring their whole selves to work and feel supported. We encourage applications from equity-deserving communities, including Indigenous Peoples and members of racialized groups, people with disabilities and people of all gender identities and expressions and sexual orientation.

Vancouver Coastal Health is proud to be recognized as one of Canada’s Top 100 Employers, BC’s Top Employers, Canada’s Best Diversity Employers and Canada's Top Employers for Young People in 2026.

Unless otherwise noted on the posting, internal job postings close at 8:00 AM Pacific Time on the listed Closing Date. Please submit your digital application via the Internal Career Portal prior to the Closing Date & Time.

Nursing & LPN successful applicants will be notified by email.

We regret that only short listed candidates will be acknowledged.

This is an internal job posting for Vancouver Coastal Health employees only.

📌 Recreation Therapy Assistant (West Vancouver)
🏢 Vancouver Coastal Health
📍 West Vancouver