Support therapeutic recreation at Covenant Care by planning programs and promoting resident participation with compassion and collaboration. This position works with the healthcare team.

Reporting to the Recreational Therapist, the Recreation Assistant helps plan, implement, and evaluate recreation and leisure programs. Programs address residents’ physical, social, emotional, intellectual, spiritual, and cultural needs. The position also reflects Covenant Care’s mission, vision, values, and ethical traditions in daily decisions.

Key Responsibilities:

- Assist with planning recreation and leisure programs
- Implement programs addressing residents’ diverse needs and interests
- Evaluate recreation and leisure programming




- Promote resident awareness and participation in programs
- Collaborate with the healthcare team on opportunities

Requirements:

- Recreation Aide Certificate or Diploma required
- Valid Class 4 driver’s license required
- Current First Aid and CPR certification
- Good working relations with staff, public, and agencies
- One to two years’ therapeutic recreation experience preferred

Bring therapeutic recreation training, healthcare collaboration, and compassionate program support to Covenant Care residents and their interests.

📌 Therapeutic Recreation Assistant (Calgary)
🏢 Covenant Care
📍 Calgary