Recreation Therapy Assistant - Toronto, Canada - Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre

Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre

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Toronto, Canada

1 week ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

Summary of Duties
Responsible for the provision of recreation therapy services for residents and patients in the Veterans Program.

Responsibilities include the planning and implementation of on unit recreation therapy programs, community outings and special events in collaboration with the Recreation Therapist.

Qualification/Skills

Diploma in Therapeutic Recreation, required
CPR Certification at the basic Rescuer level, essential
Membership with Recreation Therapy Professional Association, essential
Current registration status with TRO (R/TRO dip), preferred
Experience working with the elderly, required
Experience working with mental health, preferred
Experience working with Dementia Care, an asset
Demonstrated ability to implement recreation therapy programs in a longterm care facility
Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate effectively at all level, both within the organization and the community
Demonstrated awareness of, or involvement in, current issues in the recreation therapy profession both at the provincial and national levels
Ability to work with the interdisciplinary team and multiple health professions on clinical and program development issues
Demonstrated selfdirected behaviour and leadership skills needed to work independently.