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Recreational Therapy Assistant - Abbotsford, Canada - Canuck Place Children's Hospice
Description
Recreational Therapy Assistant
Location: Abbotsford Hospice
Reporting to: Recreation Therapist, Abbotsford
Job status: Temporary, full-time 12 week contract (37.5hours weekly)
Start Date: June 24, 2024
End Date: August 30, 2024
Compensation: $25.65/hour
SUMMARY
Under the direction of the Recreation Therapist -Abbotsford, the Recreation Therapy Assistant will assist in the planning,development, implementation and evaluation of a variety of recreation therapyprograms and practice standards, which reflect Canuck Place Children's Hospice(CPCH) philosophy and objectives. The Recreation Therapy Assistant will supportthe recreation therapy and clinical department in liaising and collaboratingwith community-based services and resources to advocate for accessible andadaptive recreation and leisure activities and opportunities and providein-house and community outreach services.
RESPONSIBILITIES
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
· Between 15 and 30 years of age, is a requirementof the Canada Summer Jobs program.
· Legally entitled to work in Canada and a validSocial Insurance Number.
· A minimum of 1 year related experienceadministering recreation therapy programs for children and/or people withdisabilities; or an equivalent combination of education, training and experienceis an asset.
· Enrollment in Bachelor's program or diplomaprogram related to Recreation Therapy is considered an asset.
· Valid and current CPR certification isrequired.
· Experience working with children withlife-threatening illnesses or in a palliative care setting is an asset.
QUALIFICATIONS
What youbring to the role:
You have:
· High integrity; creativity; balance, good judgment andobjectivity; high vision and conceptual capabilities; consultative, facilitateand collaborative; sense of humor.
· Excellent time management skills.
· Demonstrates flexibility that allows you to work with highenergy, creative people.
· Able to thrive and effectively manage priorities in achanging, ambiguous environment.
Please note:
· Evidenceof Health Canada approved vaccinations must be provided prior to your first dayof work.
· Flexibilityis necessary, as this position may require occasional weekend and evening workand travel within and outside the Lower Mainland.
RECRUITMENT PROCESS
We understand that therecruitment process is not a one size fits all, our inclusion values andflexibility extend to your hiring experience. Canuck Place iscommitted to providing inclusive access and accommodations throughout theapplication and selection process. We are continuously working to improve oursystems, policies, and practices to ensure our employees, in all theirdiversity, can succeed. Should you require accessibility accommodation throughthe recruitment process, please let us know and we will work with you to meetyour needs.
Canuck Place Children'sHospice hires on the basis of merit and is stronglycommitted to equality and diversity within its community and to a welcoming andinclusive workplace. We especially welcome applications from Indigenouspersons, visible minority group members, persons with disabilities, people ofall sexual orientations, genders and gender identities, members of the2SLGBTQIA+ community.
