As one of Ontario’s largest single-tier municipalities and home to over 70,000 people, Norfolk is bold, diverse, and proudly local - a municipality that thrives on innovation, collaboration, and connection. As a Recreation Therapist at Norview Lodge, you’ll assess residents’ needs and develop engaging therapeutic recreation programs that enhance quality of life and well-being. Your work will foster meaningful social connections, support resident-centered care, and help create a positive and enriching living environment for residents and their families.
To assess individual needs, program planning (equipment, supplies, materials, volunteers, schedules), implementation and evaluation including special events.
To implement current therapeutic treatment / techniques as ordered by a designated skilled.
To conduct research into activation programs, i.e. materials, ideas, resources, as well as innovations being applied elsewhere as appropriate.
To assess the Therapeutic (recreation / social) needs of Residents by consulting with the health care team/Therapists and adapting programs as required to suit the needs of each individual Resident.
To participate in the recruitment of volunteers and provide training, leadership and guidance to them.
To purchase program department supplies as needed to facilitate programming.
To maintain a high level of personal contact with Residents and their families; To participate as a team member in providing Resident centered care and service.
To undertake all duties and responsibilities in compliance with Health and Safety standards, guidelines and legislation.
Maintain awareness (at all times) of emergency procedures; To be aware of and comply with all Corporate and facility policies and procedures.
Grade 12 graduation, plus post-secondary diploma or degree in recreation and leisure studies, therapeutic recreation, kinesiology or related field.




Over 3 months relevant experience working as a recreation therapist, preferably in LTC or other health care setting, experience within student placement practicums would be considered.
Possess and maintain a current Food Handlers certificate.
Volunteer management and / or experience would be an asset to this position.
Point Click Care experience an asset.
Certification in Activation Techniques in Gerontology would be an asset

Resident and Customer focus
Proven understanding of elders and adults with physical and cognitive disabilities
Proven planning, organizational, interpersonal and leadership skills
General knowledge of medical terminology
Good communication skills (both oral and written), public speaking ability an asset
Proven creative skills and ability to teach with enthusiasm, patience and understanding
Ability to interact with residents, families, volunteers, and staff and intervene utilizing diplomatic skills.
General knowledge of assistive devices, therapy and recreational equipment
Computer expertise in corporate standard software (Microsoft Office) and department specific software to data search and entry and to create and modify word processed documents
Must be aware of safe work practices as they relate to job responsibilities and work environment, and have the basic understanding of the Occupational Health and Safety Act
Recreation Therapist
Permanent Part Time
Employee Group: SEIU Local 1
Wage: $27.479 - $28.688 per hour (2024 rate) (less $1.00 per hour for the probationary period)
Emergency and Social Services
Accessibility accommodations are available for all parts of the recruitment process. The Corporation of Norfolk County does not use Artificial Intelligence for the purpose of screening, assessing, or the selection of candidates.
Successful applicants are required to provide the Employer with a current Criminal Record Check, including a Vulnerable Sector where required and verification of education.

📌 Recreation Therapist - Part Time (Simcoe)
🏢 Norfolk County
📍 Simcoe