Join Our Recreation Therapy Team at Hillel Lodge Join our vibrant team at Hillel Lodge as a Recreation Assistant (Full Time, Permanent) and help deliver programs that enrich the lives of our residents through creative, person-centered activities and events.

Posting Date: July 3, 2025 Tentative Start Date: As soon as possible Position Term: Permanent, full time Schedule Rotation: Monday to Friday, 9 am to 5 pm, occasional evenings and weekends. Under the leadership of the Therapeutic Recreation Supervisor, the Recreation Assistant is responsible for delivering person-centered recreation and leisure programs of all sizes and formats that help ensure the emotional, cognitive, spiritual, psychosocial, and cultural needs of the residents are met and maintained on an individual and group basis. Support the assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of resident-focused programs in accordance with care plan goals and the strengths, needs, and preferences of the residents.

Implement and monitor program goals and care plans to meet resident recreational needs and promote independence and self-esteem. Collaborate with other departments to optimize resident care. Maintain positive working relationships with residents and families.

Using appropriate observational techniques, conduct and document assessments of residents during program delivery to ensure that program objectives are being met. In collaboration with the Recreation Supervisor, develop and implement new, innovative programs to reflect changing residents' needs and/or upon request.



Encourage and motivate resident participation.

Deliver programs to residents on a one-to-one basis or in groups. Adapt programs (equipment and supplies) to meet the needs of the residents. Maintain accurate resident and department records, including attendance, statistics, and assessments.

Provide input into the development of the monthly recreation calendars. Engage in reflective practice to ensure appropriate and thorough programming is taking place. Perform other duties as required to ensure the safety and well-being of the residents in the Home.

Preferred: post-secondary diploma or degree in Therapeutic Recreation . Diplomas or degrees in Leisure Studies, Gerontology, or a related field from a recognized college or university will also be considered Knowledge of the methods used by recreation therapists to gather pertinent leisure information about residents. Creative, energetic, and positive team player with an ability to manage time efficiently, be organized, and prioritize tasks.

Computer literate with an understanding of Welbi, RAI-MDS, and PointClickCare. Excellent verbal and written skills in English. Rare foot pedal action and writing on a whiteboard during programs. Developing and adapting programs daily to meet resident needs.

Influencing and engaging residents daily. ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS Listening and responding to residents and colleagues. Conducting four resident programs per shift. Programs are run in various spaces within the facility and may require rearranging furniture.

📌 Part-Time Resident Assistant (Ottawa)
🏢 Hillel Ltc
📍 Ottawa