Recreation Therapist with mental health expertise plans therapeutic programs for community clients. This position supports recovery through leisure interventions and interdisciplinary care.
At Fraser Health, the Recreation Therapist works within a community-based interdisciplinary care team. The position assesses clients, develops rehabilitation plans, and delivers recreation therapy interventions addressing psychosocial functioning. Programs consider physical, social, spiritual, emotional, intellectual, and cultural needs while supporting recovery.
Key Responsibilities: Assess client functioning, interests, goals, and participation capacity
Develop rehabilitation plans and therapeutic recreation interventions
Facilitate individual and group leisure activities
Liaise with clients, community resources, and interdisciplinary team members




Document care, workload statistics, reports, and program records
Requirements: Baccalaureate Degree in Recreation Therapy from an accredited university
Three years recent recreation therapy experience with mental health populations
Eligibility for British Columbia Therapeutic Recreation Association membership
Valid British Columbia Driver's License and personal vehicle
Knowledge of psychosocial rehabilitation and recovery-oriented practice
Apply recreation therapy, community collaboration, and recovery-oriented practice to support mental health clients through meaningful leisure.

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📌 Mental Health Recreation Therapist (British Columbia)
🏢 Fraser Health Authority
📍 British Columbia