The team at Willow Square Continuing Care Center is seeking a dedicated Recreation Therapist II, who will provide leadership and clinical expertise in the planning, delivery, and evaluation of therapeutic recreation services for seniors, supporting physical, cognitive, emotional, and social well-being through meaningful leisure activities. Responsibilities include assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating individualized and group recreation interventions; supporting events and community partnerships; and ensuring all programs meet safety, infection prevention, and risk management requirements. Respecting the historical impacts of colonization, acknowledging traditional Indigenous beliefs and cultures, this position works towards the support of Indigenous peoples on these lands. Fort McMurray is a family-oriented, friendly, and welcoming multicultural community. The city offers social, arts, sports, recreational and cultural opportunities for all ages. In addition to a competitive rate of pay, Fort McMurray has a Northern Living Allowance in place to an annual maximum of $12,480. This allowance is non-pensionable and is payable on an hourly basis for all hours paid at the basic rate of pay. As a Recreation Therapist II, you will take a leadership role in ensuring that the level of therapeutic recreation practice in your clinical area is evidence based,



patient-and family-centred and in accordance with policies, procedures and standards of practice. You will provide clinical leadership to ensure safe and productive care as well as coordinate the assessment, treatment, education and care of the patient (client, resident). You will participate in program development to ensure effective delivery of services, including the development of protocols, forms, education, and quality improvement initiatives. You will collaborate and communicate with the health care team and participate in patient rounds, family conferences and meetings as related to the client and family.
Assisted Living Alberta
Classification: Recreation Therapist II
Union: HSAA Facility PROF/TECH
Unit and Program: Multi-Site: Not Applicable
Temporary Employee Class: Temp F/T Benefits
Temporary End Date: 14-JUN-2027
Hours per Shift: 7.75
Length of Shift in weeks: Shifts per cycle: 10
Shift Pattern: Days Off: As Per Rotation
Completion of bachelor's degree in Recreation Therapy, Therapeutic Recreation or Recreation and Leisure Studies. Active or eligible registration for Professional Membership with Alberta Therapeutic Recreation Association (ATRA). Minimum three years' related clinical experience as a Recreation Therapist.

📌 Recreation Therapist- Temporary (Fort McMurray)
🏢 Alberta Health Services
📍 Fort McMurray