About the Opportunity Reporting to the Health Services Manager, and under the direction of the Recreation Therapist, the Recreation Therapy Associate works to support clients and families through application of therapeutic recreation intervention aimed at holistic functioning of clients.

The Recreation Therapy Associate contributes to assessment, evidence-informed interventions, planning and evaluation of recreation therapy services.

Recreation therapy associates provide interventions to groups or individuals in inpatient, outpatient or community settings, related to the client’s leisure needs and overall plan of care.

About You We would love to hear from you if you have the following: A post-secondary diploma with a concentration in Therapeutic Recreation from an accredited educational institution Standard First Aid Non-Violent Crisis Intervention BCLS Experience working with individuals with physical/cognitive disabilities Experience with mental health addictions is an asset Ability to work effectively within a team or other healthcare professionals Ability to assist in the plan, develop, implement and evaluation of Therapeutic Recreation programs Effective listening and communication skills; ability to motivate patients/veterans Adaptability/Flexibility: changing and adapting skills to changing patient populations and/or worksites Ability to work independently,



without direct supervision Ability to understand medical terminology used in a clinical area, and use within the documentation Competencies in other languages an asset, French preferred Please ensure your resume is up to date and includes all relevant education, experience, training, and certifications.

Hours Long assignment, full-time position; 75 hours bi-weekly Approximately 18 months Compensation and Benefits $25.84 - $30.85 hourly Successful candidates may be eligible for our benefits package which includes health, dental, travel, long-term disability, and life insurance coverage as well as a defined benefit pension plan.

What You'll Love About Nova Scotia Health Nova Scotia Health is more than the province's largest provider of health services; we're a team driven by excellence in health, healing and learning.

Across hospitals, health centres and community programs, our people deliver cutting-edge, high-quality care that impacts lives across Nova Scotia and Atlantic Canada.

From vibrant city life to scenic coastal communities, Nova Scotia offers a lifestyle as rewarding as the work itself.

At Nova Scotia Health, you'll find meaningful career opportunities, supportive teams and the work-life balance to enjoy everything our beautiful province has to offer.

Join us and discover why so many people are choosing to call Nova Scotia home.

📌 Recreation Therapy Associate - ECFH - Mental Health & Addictions (Dartmouth)
🏢 Nova Scotia Health Authority
📍 Dartmouth