Recreation Assistant- Grace Village (casual)

The Salvation Army

$24.70 ph to $26.51 ph
Casual
Assist with program implementation
Monitor resident care plans
Record resident attendance
The Salvation Army is seeking a casual Recreation Assistant to support the Recreation Therapy Manager in providing therapeutic recreation services within a residential setting. The ideal candidate will have experience or education in Recreation Therapy, and be able to work with senior populations while ensuring a safe and engaging environment for residents

Job Summary

  • The Recreation Assistant provides Recreation Therapy services in accordance with the standards of practice defined by the Alberta Therapeutic Recreation Association (ATRA).
  • Responsibilities include assisting with program development and implementation, monitoring resident care plans, and recording attendance.
  • The role requires a Class 5 driver's license, CPR and Standard First Aid, and experience working with individuals with mental health conditions.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 75

The Salvation Army is seeking a casual Recreation Assistant to support the Recreation Therapy Manager in providing therapeutic recreation services within a residential setting. The ideal candidate will have experience or education in Recreation Therapy, and be able to work with senior populations while ensuring a safe and engaging environment for residents.

Salary

$24.70 per hour to $26.51 per hour

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Assist with program implementation
  • Monitor resident care plans
  • Record resident attendance
  • Transport residents using vehicle
  • Handle stressful situations professionally

Nice-to-have

  • Faith- and values-based organization
  • Serve people of all backgrounds
  • Adapt and innovate to meet needs

Key Requirements

  • Post-secondary education in Recreation Therapy or relevant experience
  • CPR and Standard First Aid
  • Current Safe check Food Safe certificate
  • Clear Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Check
  • Class 5 driver's license with clean driver's abstract
  • Experience with mental health conditions

Work Rights

Not specified

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