CARING FOR THE BODY, MIND & SPIRIT SINCE 1869Therapeutic Recreation Specialist, Regional Rehabilitation - 1 positionRegional RehabilitationParkwood Institute Main - London, ONFull TimeSalary Range: $37.84 - $43.57 /hourThe Rehabilitation Programs serve individuals who have sustained an acquired brain injury, spinal cord injury, or other neurological conditions. An opportunity is now available to work within a collaborative interdisciplinary rehabilitation workplace to provide therapeutic recreation services to the spinal cord injury patient population with a focus on community reintegration.The successful applicant is responsible for the assessment, intervention and evaluation of the patient's leisure needs, interests and abilities. This position involves close collaboration with the patient, family, caregivers and the interdisciplinary team in order to assist the patient to pursue leisure and recreational activities that are meaningful, satisfying and sustainable in the community after discharge. Additionally, the Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (TRS) will work collaboratively with TRS colleagues to ensure coverage across the Rehabilitation Program.Essential QualificationsKnowledge of a Safety Culture in a Health Care Setting in compliance with the OHSAUniversity Degree in Recreation and Leisure Studies with a Therapeutic Recreation focus or University Degree in Human Sciences or Services with a Post Graduate Diploma in Therapeutic RecreationValid membership as a Registered - Therapeutic Recreation of Ontario (R/TRO)Demonstrated ability to assess, plan, and implement a personalized approach to service delivery within the guidelines of the Therapeutic Recreation Service Delivery Model in accordance with TRO standards of practiceClass F License or ability to obtain within the probationary periodExcellent communication and interpersonal skillsExcellent organizational, critical thinking and problem-solving skillsProven flexibility and a high level of initiativeSound understanding of the role of the rehabilitation disciplines involved in the provision of rehabilitationDemonstrated ability to practice effectively in an interdisciplinary collaborative environmentPreferred QualificationsProficiency in French would be an asset.Minimum of 2 years' experience as a therapeutic recreation professionalExperience working in a rehabilitation settingImmunization RequirementsProvide vaccination records or proof of immunity against measles, mumps rubella, varicella (chicken pox), Hepatitis B, COVID-19 and influenza.Provide documentation of the Tuberculosis skin testingYour interest in this opportunity is appreciated. Human Resources and Leaders use your profile information to evaluate your application for the vacancies you apply to. Only those under consideration will be contacted.#J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Therapeutic Recreation Specialist — Senior Living - C$37.8 - C$43.6 An Hour (Winnipeg)
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