Zone: Labrador Grenfell Zone
Location: LABRADOR CITY
Recreation Therapy Worker II
Labrador Grenfell Zone - LWC Recreation Therapy
Permanent Part-time
NAPE HS
56717POS

Hours: 37.5 hours bi-weekly (Rotating, Other Shift; Days, Evenings, Weekends)

Salary:

CG-29 (CAD27.61 - CAD30.67 per hour) plus applicable Labrador Allowance

For more information about Labrador Benefits, please visit Labrador Benefits Policy - Treasury Board Secretariat

Competition Number: VAC0026661

Posted Date: 2026-07-10

Closing Date: Open until filled.

Qualifications:

Graduation from an approved/recognized college with a two-year diploma in Therapeutic Recreation or Recreation with major course work in Therapeutic Recreation.
Experience working as a Recreation Therapy Worker in a health care setting is an asset.
Knowledge in the planning, organization and implementation of recreation, leisure, and social programs.
Demonstrated solid written and verbal communication skills.
Demonstrated ability to have a positive, respectful, and sensitive approach to the needs of the patients/clients/residents.
Knowledge of computer skills including Microsoft word, power point, and excel databases and spreadsheets.




Current certification in BCLS (Basic Cardiac Life Support).
Completion of Gentle Persuasive Approach Course (GPA) or willingness to complete.
Completion of Management of Aggressive Behavior Course (MOAB) or willingness to complete.
The successful applicant will be required to submit a satisfactory certificate of conduct and vulnerable sector check.

Duties: (Included but not limited to)

Works as part of the interdisciplinary team to assist with creating, maintaining, and evaluation resident’s care plans.
Develops, organizes, and participates in recreational activities for residents and families.
Arranges for special events in consultation with coordinator or designate.
Provides individual instruction and demonstration to residents with special needs.
Collaborate with interdisciplinary team regarding quarterly and yearly reviews.
Participate in Resident Family council meetings, staff meetings and other collaborative activities as required.
Documentation: service recipient, event planning, statistics, audits, etc.
Other related duties as required.

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