Recreation Therapist - Bso Lead- Full Time - Hamilton

Extendicare Hamilton

Hamilton, Canada
Base: not specified; bonus/equity: not specified; ...
Full time
Therapeutic recreation degree or diploma
Tro or ctra membership in good standing
3-5 years clinical experience with older adults
Extendicare Hamilton is seeking a full-time Recreation Therapist - BSO Lead, responsible for enhancing support for older adults with responsive behaviors as part of the Behavioural Supports Ontario initiative. The ideal candidate will hold relevant qualifications in therapeutic recreation, possess strong interpersonal skills, and have clinical experience in long-term care settings

Job Summary

  • This newly created position aims to enhance the scope of Behavioural Supports Ontario teams by providing direct support to older adults with responsive behaviours.
  • The role requires implementing purposeful individualized therapeutic recreation founded on interest, need, and ability while collaborating with interprofessional teams.
  • Extendicare offers a comprehensive suite of benefits designed to support health, financial well-being, and long-term career growth alongside competitive compensation.

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Extendicare Hamilton is seeking a full-time Recreation Therapist - BSO Lead, responsible for enhancing support for older adults with responsive behaviors as part of the Behavioural Supports Ontario initiative. The ideal candidate will hold relevant qualifications in therapeutic recreation, possess strong interpersonal skills, and have clinical experience in long-term care settings.

Salary

Base: Not specified; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Comprehensive suite of benefits included

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Therapeutic Recreation degree or diploma
  • TRO or CTRA membership in good standing
  • 3-5 years clinical experience with older adults
  • Long-term care setting experience preferred
  • Knowledge of dementia and responsive behaviors

Nice-to-have

  • P.I.E.C.E.S.TM training certification
  • Gentle Persuasive Approaches basics training
  • Montessori Methods or Dementiability Methods
  • Indigenous Cultural Competency Training
  • Positive Approach to Care Training by Teepa Snow

Key Requirements

  • Registered Recreation Therapist (R/TRO) certification
  • Eligible to obtain registration with TRO
  • Extensive knowledge of LTC legislation including PHIPA
  • Proficient computer skills for electronic documentation

Work Rights

Not specified

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