JOB OPPORTUNITY - Recreation Therapist - Full-Time PermanentPosition SummaryThe Recreation Therapist will work with the interprofessional team to promote a holistic leisure lifestyle by contributing to the social, physical, spiritual, emotional and cognitive needs of clients. You will develop, plan, facilitate, schedule, organize and implement various therapeutic recreation programs. This will be accomplished by conducting assessments, developing individual and group recreation plans, completing client documentation, skill instruction, development of program goals and objectives, and evaluating a variety of individual and group recreation programs. You will be expected to contribute to program development, research, and educational activities of the program. You will have flexibility in scheduling as evening and weekend work will be required.Hours:37.5 hours per weekStatus: Full-Time PermanentUnion/Non:This is a unionized positionRate of pay:$33.20 per hourThis posting is for replacement position within our organization.Position SummaryThe Recreation Therapist will work with the interprofessional team to promote a holistic leisure lifestyle by contributing to the social, physical, spiritual, emotional and cognitive needs of clients. You will develop, plan, facilitate, schedule, organize and implement various therapeutic recreation programs. This will be accomplished by conducting assessments, developing individual and group recreation plans, completing client documentation, skill instruction, development of program goals and objectives, and evaluating a variety of individual and group recreation programs. You will be expected to contribute to program development, research, and educational activities of the program. You will have flexibility in scheduling as evening and weekend work will be required. You will support a workplace that embraces equity, diversity, inclusion and belonging, encourages teamwork and complies with all applicable regulatory and legislative requirements.AccountabilityThe position reports directly to: Director, Quality & Interprofessional PracticeCorporate ResponsibilitiesFosters positive interpersonal relationships with the staff, clients, visitors, outside agencies, government officials and related professional associations.Maintains and adheres to all relevant legislation,



organizational policies and procedures.Works in compliance of the Occupational Health & Safety Act and its regulations, reporting hazards, deficiencies and contravention’s of the Act, in a timely manner.Demonstrates professional practices, which are consistent with the mission, vision and philosophy of Youthdale Treatment Centres.You will support a workplace that embraces equity, diversity, inclusion and belonging, encourages teamwork and complies with all applicable regulatory and legislative requirements.Job ResponsibilitiesDeveloping, designing, implementing, scheduling, leading, and evaluating individualized and group therapeutic recreational/leisure/life skills programs and special events.Interdisciplinary collaboration with other Allied and medical team members to coordinate client care intervention with recreation therapy activities.Availability to work weekdays, weekends, and statutory holidays will be required on a rotational basis to support a 7-day model of Recreation Therapy services.Recording client assessment, progress and discharge status, in accordance with department and Youthdale policy. Based upon the analysis of assessment data, formulate clinical impressions and recommendations for treatment, referral for other services.Monitor the behaviour and condition of clients during programs, and report any significant changes as appropriate.Maintain program and client records according to Youthdale policy.Work cooperatively with other programs/departments to meet client needs.Ensure standards of professional practice with respective regulatory bodies (Ontario Health (OH), CYFSA, Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers, MCCSS, MOH, Auditor, Accreditation, etc.) are met.Represent Youthdale in a professional manner during external community meetingsParticipates in safety, risk management and quality improvement activities and conducts program evaluation and applied research to assure secure and effective recreational therapy services.Maintain and adhere to all relevant legislation,



organizational and occupational health and safety policies and procedures, and the mission, vision, and philosophy of the agency.In-depth comprehension and implementation of the CYFSA and ministry licensing requirements as it relates to Child and Youth ServicesQualificationsDegree/ Diploma in Recreation/ Recreation Therapy or a good working knowledge of therapeutic recreation principles and practices.Minimum of 1-2 years of direct experience in working with inpatients.Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS) with the National Council for Therapeutic Recreation Certification (NCTRC)Current registration with Therapeutic Recreation of Ontario (TRO)Experience with crisis management and treatment of acute mental health /addictions is a requirement.Experience with young persons experiencing acute mental health crisis is an asset.Clinical expertise and experience with medically complex clients is an assetAbility to assess, plan and implement a personalized approach to service delivery within the guidelines of the Therapeutic Recreation Service Model in accordance with TRO standards of practice and the Ontario Stroke Network core competenciesExcellent professional judgment, conflict resolution and interpersonal communication skills with clients, families, team members, students and community partners.Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills, sound judgment, analytical thinking and initiativeSkill and ability in designing, planning and implementing evidence-based treatment interventionsAbility to utilize Microsoft Outlook, Excel and WordAbility to work all shifts, including weekends and ability to provide multi-site coverage as requiredAbout Youthdale Treatment CentresYouthdale ( https://www.Youthdale.Ca ) provides comprehensive, integrated mental health services to children and their families, connecting them with the right programs and services, both at Youthdale and in their communities. We meet the complex needs of children and youth with a team of highly skilled and dedicated psychiatrists, psychologists, neurologists and neuropsychologists, social workers, nurses, and child and youth workers. To know more about us and the amazing work that our team does, please visit https://www.Youtube.Com/@youthdale-ca .ApplicationPlease apply with an updated resume byOctober 26, 2026.#J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Recreation Therapist - $33.2 An Hour (Winnipeg)
🏢 Extendicare
📍 Winnipeg