Therapeutic Recreationist

The Therapeutic Recreationist utilizes recreation to maximize independence and promote an optimal leisure lifestyle. Therapeutic Recreation is responsible for the assessments, interventions and evaluations to promote skill development in all leisure domains. The Therapeutic Recreationist works as part of an interprofessional team and acts as a consultant to other disciplines and outside agencies.

Qualifications:

• Degree/diploma in Therapeutic Recreation or Recreation & Leisure Studies with Therapeutic Recreation course content (Therapeutic Recreation specialization) or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Demonstrated eligibility for registration with Therapeutic Recreation Ontario (TRO)
• Experience in Therapeutic Recreation programming as it relates to programs offered in varied therapeutic institutional settings
• Experience working closely with older adults with a focus on rehabilitation and restoration
• Experience working in a hospital or community setting; i.e., inpatient & outpatient care
• Specialized experience or certification may be required or desirable for some positions (i.e., Class F licenses, Driver's Safety Program, Current First Aid & CPR, etc.)

Preferred Credentials/Affiliations:

• Professional member in good standing with TRO
• Membership with the Canadian Therapeutic Recreation Association or similar related associations

Condition of Employment

• This position shall be conditional upon a satisfactory Police Vulnerable Sector Check (PVSC) where indicated, to ensure the absence of relevant criminal convictions.
• Offers of employment made to external candidates are conditional upon providing proof of COVID-19 vaccination as per the SJCG Immunization Policy IMS-04-005 or proof of valid medical exemption, prior to the offered effective date. If proof of vaccination or valid medical exemption is not provided, the offer of employment is rescinded.