Permanent Full-time (FTE - 1.0) Days, Evenings

We are seeking an energetic, compassionate, and creative individual to help our long-term care residents live life to the fullest. In this rewarding role, you will assist the Recreation Therapist in planning and implementing therapeutic programs to meet social, cognitive, physical, emotional, and spiritual needs of residents. If you are passionate about enhancing the quality of life of older adults in a collaborative healthcare team, we would love to hear from you!

Responsibilities include

- Working as a team member in the overall care of residents including providing assistance in other disciplines as needed, such as meal assistance, spiritual care, and working alongside volunteers.
- Collaborating in developing resident profiles and assessments
- Participating in the supervision of volunteers and students
- Contributing to quality improvement initiatives
- Portering residents to applicable programs
- Assisting in the planning, implementation, and facilitating of assigned outings, special events, and daily programs
- Completing general department office responsibilities
- Other duties and activities, as assigned

Qualifications
- Diploma in Therapeutic Recreation is preferred; an equivalent combination of relevant education, training, and experience will be considered.




- 1 - 3 years experience working with older adults who are ill or have limiting or disabling conditions as found in long-term care, assisted living, or complex care environments is preferred
- Current Standard First Aid and CPR Level C
- Knowledge of safe work procedures, including WHMIS, Infection Prevention and Control (IPAC) protocols, emergency response procedures, and safe resident handling would be an asset
- Valid Driver’s License (Class 4 license is considered a solid asset)
- Ability to obtain a clear Criminal Record Check and Vulnerable Sector Search

Skills and Abilities
- Able to engage and motivate seniors in a wide range of group activities such as gentle exercise, games, arts, crafts, and music
- Able to communicate effectively with other personnel, residents, family members, visitors, volunteers, and the public
- Able to work with little supervision
- Demonstrate empathy, patience, tact, cheerful attitude, and enthusiasm
- Able to handle residents functioning at a variety of physical and mental levels

Please Note: This posting is open to both internal and external candidates. Interested applicants should submit a cover letter and resume by email to Jennifer Harrison, Manager of Recreation & Volunteer Services at [email protected]: mailto:[email protected] on or before posting closing date.

📌 Recreation Therapy Assistant (Sherwood Park)
🏢 Sherwood Care
📍 Sherwood Park