Who We AreFor more than 130 years, The Salvation Army has served people in need in communities across Canada and Bermuda. Building on our roots as a world-wide Christian church, each year we help more than 2 million people, providing necessities such as food, clothing and shelter. In addition, we support people experiencing unemployment, addiction and family challenges. We continually adapt and innovate to meet emerging needs and live out our mission, vision and values of hope, service, dignity and stewardship. As a faith- and values-based organization, we hire and serve people of all backgrounds and walks of life - there is a place for everyone to belong here.Who We AreFor more than 130 years, The Salvation Army has served people in need in communities across Canada and Bermuda. Building on our roots as a world-wide Christian church, each year we help more than 2 million people, providing necessities such as food, clothing and shelter. In addition, we support people experiencing unemployment, addiction and family challenges. We continually adapt and innovate to meet emerging needs and live out our mission, vision and values of hope, service, dignity and stewardship. As a faith- and values-based organization, we hire and serve people of all backgrounds and walks of life - there is a place for everyone to belong here.Mission StatementThe Salvation Army exists to share the love of Jesus Christ, meet human needs and be a transforming influence in the communities of our world.Job DescriptionPOSITION PURPOSE SUMMARY:Under the supervision of the Recreation Therapy Manager, the Recreation Assistant works as a member of the Interdisciplinary Care Team and provides Recreation Therapy services in accordance with the standards of practice defined by the Alberta Therapeutic Recreation Association (ATRA).



The Recreation Assistant provides input and assistance to the Recreation Therapy Manager on matters relating to therapeutic recreation programs and activities.AccountabilitiesAssist Recreation Therapy Manager to develop, implement and execute approved group and individual programs.Assist Recreation Therapy Manager with compilation and completion of monthly statistics and calendars.Assists Recreation Therapy Manager in implementing and monitoring therapeutic recreation techniques for residents, puts Resident Care Plan in action.Provides input to develop and make needed changes to the resident therapeutic recreation care plan.Complete requisitions for supplies as required by the departmentCleans and maintains designated therapy areas and equipment.Records daily attendance and participation of residents and forwards information to the Recreation Therapy Manager.Where applicable, takes responsibility for handling cash related to therapeutic programs.Recreation Assistant will be required to transport residents using Program Vehicle.Assist in the orientation and/or supervision of new staff, practicum students, and volunteers.Education And Experience QualificationsEducation,



Qualifications and Certifications:Post-secondary education in Recreation Therapy or experience working in Recreation Therapy with senior populationsCPR and Standard First AidCurrent Safe check Food Safe certificateClear Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector CheckRecreation Assistant must have Class 5 driver's license with a clean driver's abstractExperience And Skilled Knowledge RequirementsExperience working with individuals with mental health conditionsAble to assess residents' responses and recognize changes in resident health statusHas the knowledge and ability to define learning needs in conjunction with the Recreation Therapy Manager on an ongoing basis.Proficient in Microsoft OfficeSkills And CapabilitiesAble to organize and complete program planning according to timelinesProvides safe and competent care within her/his scope of practice as defined by this positionDemonstrates appropriate verbal and non-verbal communication and reporting skills.Ability to work independently with minimal supervisionHandle stressful situations in a qualified manner.Working ConditionsThe performance of the job requires a frequent amount of standing, moderate amount of lifting, carrying supplies, walking.Dealing with angry and abusive peopleVerbal abuseExposure to bodily fluids, bodily wasteExposure to drugs, alcohol and solventsPhysical attacks by othersExposure to infectious diseasesSharp objects (i.E. needle sticks, knives and weapons)Other dangerous situationsUniversal precautionsImmunization for Hepatitis BVaccination against TuberculosisThis is a Casual positionCompensationThe target hiring range for this position is $25.36 to $26.29 with a maximum of $27.22.Placement in the salary range will be based on factors such as market conditions, internal equity, and candidate experience, skills, and qualifications relevant to the role.The Salvation Army will provide reasonable accommodation upon request. Please email Recruitment. [email protected] if you have a need for any accommodation and we will be pleased to discuss this with you.

📌 Recreation Assistant- Grace Village (Casual) (Edmonton)
🏢 The Salvation Army in Canada
📍 Edmonton