Key Responsibilities

• Under the supervision of a Therapeutic Recreation Specialist, facilitates planning, implementation and evaluation of goal-oriented therapeutic recreation programs for clients
• Maintains flexible hours consistent with clients leisure needs (Saturdays or Sundays, may be required)
• Contributes directly to the continuum of rehabilitation therapeutic services in collaboration with an interdisciplinary team
• Follows the hospital’s philosophy regarding client and family-centred care
• Provides a safe and age appropriate ‘fun’ atmosphere that fosters the development of leisure
• Adheres to and ensures the maintenance of the Standards of Practice as outlined by Therapeutic Recreation Ontario
• Identifies personal and professional learning needs and establishes goals
• Identifies practice issues and participates in their resolution
• Remains current with professional literature related to Therapeutic Recreation & Best Practice Evidence
• Participates in quality improvement initiatives, supports the maintenance of a safe and healthy work environment and advances a culture of client/patient safety through work and daily practices

Qualifications

• Diploma in Therapeutic Recreation from a recognized Canadian College
• Maintains current certificate in Basic Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Life Saving Course (BCLS) and Standard First Aid
• R-TRO DIP designation
• Experience working with children and adolescents with physical disabilities and their families is preferred
• Experience planning and facilitating group recreational programs is essential
• Proven ability to relate well to professionals, children, adolescents and family members
• Ability to manage flexible working hours and fluctuating responsibilities
• Proven ability to organize time, meet deadlines, and work independently
• Ability to provide recreation programs that are safe, quality driven and engaging for clients
• Must be available to work weekends
• Previous experience working with volunteers and students