Zone: Labrador Grenfell Zone

Location: LABRADOR CITY

Recreation Therapy Worker II

Labrador Grenfell Zone - LWC Recreation Therapy

Permanent Part-time

NAPE HS

56717POS

Hours

37.5 hours bi-weekly (Rotating, Other Shift; Days, Evenings, Weekends)

Salary

CG-29 (CAD27.61 - CAD30.67 per hour) plus applicable Labrador Allowance.

For more information about Labrador Benefits, please visit Labrador Benefits Policy - Treasury Board Secretariat

Competition Number

VAC0030278

Posted Date

2026-10-16

Closing Date

Open until filled.

Demands, duties, qualifications

Qualifications:

Graduation from an approved/recognized college with a two-year diploma in Therapeutic Recreation or Recreation with major course work in Therapeutic Recreation.

Experience working as a Recreation Therapy Worker in a health care setting is an asset.

Knowledge in the planning, organization and implementation of recreation, leisure, and social programs.

Demonstrated strong written and verbal communication skills.

Demonstrated ability to have a positive, respectful, and sensitive approach to the needs of the patients/clients/residents.

Knowledge of computer skills including Microsoft word, power point, and excel databases and spreadsheets.





Current certification in BCLS (Basic Cardiac Life Support).

Completion of Gentle Persuasive Approach Course (GPA) or willingness to complete.

Completion of Management of Aggressive Behavior Course (MOAB) or willingness to complete.

The successful applicant will be required to submit a satisfactory certificate of conduct and vulnerable sector check.

Duties: (Included but not limited to)

Works as part of the interdisciplinary team to assist with creating, maintaining, and evaluation resident’s care plans.

Develops, organizes, and participates in recreational activities for residents and families.

Arranges for special events in consultation with coordinator or designate.

Provides individual instruction and demonstration to residents with special needs.

Collaborate with interdisciplinary team regarding quarterly and yearly reviews.

Participate in Resident Family council meetings, staff meetings and other cooperative activities as required.

Documentation: service recipient, event planning, statistics, audits, etc.

Other related duties as required.

📌 Recreation Therapy Worker II (Labrador City)
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