Horticultural Therapist - Independent Contractor Job Category: Therapy Services
Requisition Number: HORTI030854
Posted: July 7, 2026
Part-Time
On-site
Location Showing 1 location
Description The Village of Wentworth Heights has an exciting opportunity for a Horticultural Therapist - Independent Contractor to join their team.
To be successful as our current Horticultural Therapist, you will:
Be enrolled in or completed a Degree in Horticulture Therapy or equivalent
Completed the required 480 hours of internship
Be an eligible member of the Canadian Horticulture Therapy Association
Be excited by our objectives, our Village philosophy and the family values that shape all aspects of life in a Schlegel Village
Display a caring and respectful attitude toward our residents, families, and team members
It would be an asset if our new Horticultural Therapist has:
Previous experience working with seniors is an asset
Knowledge of therapy practices, methods, techniques and opportunities to improve residents' well-being and holistic health
An understanding of the relevant sections of the Long-Term Care Homes Act, 2007
As a new Horticultural Therapist, you will:
Support and embrace our resident-centered social culture and be proud to deliver the highest quality of recreational programming to our residents. You will work as key members of our Village and neighbourhood multidisciplinary teams to understand residents’ individual needs,



and advocate for residents to actively participate in decisions about their care.
The Horticultural Therapist at Schlegel Villages fosters exemplary relationships with residents, their families and the Village team to deliver holistic care that focuses on flexible living and quality of life.
Our Horticultural Therapist will plan gardening-based activities, either on a per-session basis or incorporated into a larger curriculum. Providing hands on experiences for our residents including, but not limited to planting seeds and caring for plants both indoors and outside.
In combination with the Recreation Team, the Horticultural Therapist can support our residents to learn, grow, find life purpose and meaning. The team plans and implements programs that contribute to a resident’s holistic health care goals, as outlined in Care Plans (including RAI MDS-RAPS, Coding and Activities Initial Assessment), by encouraging physical, emotional, spiritual, social and cognitive growth for residents.
We are committed to providing an inclusive work environment. Schlegel Villages follows the Accessibility of Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 (AODA) and will provide accommodation throughout the recruitment process upon request.
Equity, diversity and inclusion are ingrained within the Schlegel Culture, and we welcome and respect all individuals regardless of ability, heritage or cultural roots.

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📌 Horticultural Therapist - Independent Contractor (Ontario)
🏢 Schlegel Village
📍 Ontario