About the RoleWith a passion for resident care, the Recreation Therapist is responsible and accountable for the provision of resident assessments and interventions; site/ unit recreation programs to optimize resident physical, cognitive, sensory, emotional and social functions. The Recreation Therapist works in close liaison with the Interdisciplinary Team and is accountable to provide leadership and supervision to the Recreation Therapy Assistant or Therapy Assistant as applicable.ResponsibilitiesResident Centered Care:Promotes service excellence through active participation with the Interdisciplinary Team to achieve and maintain quality resident care within the scope of Recreation Therapy; conducts recreation therapy assessments in alignment with policies and procedures; determines resident andfamily needs, strengths, and goals for recreation services; monitors ongoing evaluation of services and adapts programs, leisure equipment, and schedules as needed; coordinates programmingprovided by community partners or agencies; promotes residentindependence, choice, and engagement through self‐directed leisure opportunities and community programs.Documentation:Maintains accurate, comprehensive, and timely documentation of resident care assessment, interventions, and outcomes in alignment with policies and procedures; records resident participation daily through comprehensive progress notes; communicates resident changes and unusual occurrences as appropriate; maintains accurate records of recreation budgets and provides reports as directed; obtains and documents consent from resident and/or designate for specialized services.Work:Cares for and actively participates and assists the Interdisciplinary Team to achieve and maintain a responsible atmosphere of resident centered care; promotes constructive caring relationships with the Interdisciplinary Team; educates and assists the Interdisciplinary Team to provide resident centered services; supports partnership with residents’ families; participates in review and implementation of new recreation programs and services; contributes to establishment of short- and long-term goals for the resident.Leadership:Enables a high-performance culture through leading, developing, and coaching employees; provides orientation, supervision, and direction to Recreation Therapy Assistants, students, and volunteers; supports ongoing educational development through in‑services, workshops, and/or learning sessions; demonstrates critical thinking and judgement with decisions related to resident centered care; modifies intervention plans to meet resident’s goals when status changes.QualificationsRecreation Therapy Diploma; degree in Therapeutic Recreation preferred.Previous experience in geriatrics preferred.Knowledge of and experience with dementia care preferred.Registration with Alberta Therapeutic Recreation Association preferred but not required.Membership in appropriate regulatory college when required.Current First Aid Certificate and CPR Certificate.Class 4 driver’s license if required for resident passenger buses.Ability to work effectively in a physically and mentally demanding setting.Excellent observation, communication, and problem‑solving skills.Position InformationLocation: Sundre, AlbertaSite: Sundre Seniors’ Supportive Living FacilityAddress: 749 – 6th Street SW, Sundre, AB T0M 1X0Classification: Recreation Therapist (RT‑SS00-001)FTE: 1.00Shift: Days 0800‑1615 (10 x 7.75 in a 2‑week cycle)Start Date: 2026‑07‑22End Date: 2027‑05‑31EEO and ComplianceBethany Care Society is an equal opportunity employer.Successful candidates will be required to obtain a Criminal Background Check and provide proof of all mandatory immunizations.Bethany Care Society complies with the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA).#J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Recreation Therapist (Rt-Ss00-001) - (Mvsh) Sundre Seniors’ Supportive Living Facility
🏢 Assisted Living Alberta
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