Job Description

Ontario Shores requires a Therapeutic Recreationist for the Central Recreation Program to assess, develop, implement and evaluate individualized and group therapeutic recreation programs as well as providing functional and strength-based social skill programs, which support and encourage treatment, rehabilitation and recovery programming. The Therapeutic Recreationist contributes to the patient’s Plan of Care working as an integral part of the interdisciplinary team.

Please note: you may be required to provide program and services to areas within the hospital as required.

Requirements

- Degree or diploma in Therapeutic Recreation and 2 years related experience is required
- Knowledge of current therapeutic recreation practices, theories, methodologies
- Current TRO membership required and eligible registration with TRO is preferred
- Knowledge of recovery and mental illness including treatment practices




- Ability to implement appropriate treatment, leisure education and participation programs
- Skills in therapeutic recreation assessment and program design
- Experience in a mental health setting (preference given to individuals with DD knowledge/experience)
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, computer skills, liaison with community agencies
- Ability to maintain regular attendance and perform physical demands of the position.
- Applicants are required to have a valid driver’s license and CPR Level HCP (Health Care Provider) certification.

Contract Details

This position is part of the OPSEU bargaining unit.

This is a 6 month contract.

Job Posting Closing: August 4th, 2026. Applications after this date will not be considered.

Vacancies: 1

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📌 (TEMPORARY FULL TIME ) RECREATION THERAPIST - ADOLESCENTS (Whitby)
🏢 Ontario Shores Centre for Mental Health Sciences
📍 Whitby