Island Health
Recreation Therapist - Bachelors, Long-Term Care (Multiple Openings) - (189069)
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Job Description
- Req#: 18906514
- Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
- Demonstrated planning and instructional skills.
- Ability to organize individual patient/resident treatment programs.
- Ability to work cooperatively with other professional disciplines as part of a team.
- Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position.
- Demonstrated ability to safely drive a passenger van and a wheelchair access transport van.
WHY ISLAND HEALTH?Build meaningful relationships with patients and coworkers. Join the Long-Term care team at Island Health!
Reporting to the Manager or designate, the Recreation Therapist assesses, develops and implements individual and group treatment programs to ensure optimum patient/resident care for assigned caseload. The Recreation Therapist coordinates patient and resident treatment programs with referring physician(s) and other medical professionals, and transports patients and residents between the hospital and other locations by operating a hospital van as required.
We know that the people make the organization. Our team is made up of more than 30,000 health care professionals, including the more than 3,000 doctors, nurse practitioners, midwives that make up our Medical Staff, and 1,000 volunteers. Together, we are committed to providing superior health care through innovation, teaching and research and a commitment to quality and safety – creating healthier, stronger communities and a better quality of life for those we touch. Island Health continues to be selected for top employer awards, including BC’s Top Employer (2023). As an organization, we are committed to cultural safety and humility and we demonstrate this through our actions to address Indigenous specific racism, systemic racism and the ongoing impacts of colonialism. The Vancouver Island region offers endless year-round recreation opportunities in a spectacular setting.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Education, Training And Experience
To join our team, you will have:Bachelor's degree in Therapeutic Recreation plus one year of recent related experience. Eligible for membership with the British Columbia Therapeutic Recreation Association. Valid Class 4 vehicle licence.
Skills And Abilities
About the company
Island Health, also known as the Vancouver Island Health Authority, is the publicly funded health care provider in the southwestern portion of the Canadian province of British Columbia.
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