Therapeutic Recreationists - Thunder Bay, Canada - St. Joseph's Care Group

St. Joseph's Care Group

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Thunder Bay, Canada

1 week ago

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Sophia Lee

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THERAPEUTIC RECREATIONIST - Hogarth Riverview Manor

THE OPPORTUNITY

St. Joseph's Care Group (SJCG) in Thunder Bay,
Ontario is seeking Therapeutic Recreationists to join our team at our Hogarth Riverview Manor Homes. A variety of permanent part-time and temporary full time & part time positions are available.

SJCG lives its values of Care, Compassion and Commitment, continuing a tradition that began 135 years ago of meeting the unmet needs of the people of Northwestern Ontario.

As a member the interprofessional care team, Therapeutic Recreationists work closely with the nursing team to ensure the highest quality of service for the residents.

FAST FACTS

Hogarth Riverview Manor is a 544bed longterm care home with 17 resident home areas.
Hogarth Riverview Manor provides a comfortable, familiar and homelike environment and specialized in Alzheimer's and dementia care.
The home fosters residentfocused care reflective of SJCG's core values of _Care, Compassionate, & Commitment._

We believe in investing in our people.

As a member of our team, you will be offered:

Competitive and progressive salary starting at $21.43/hour
Opportunities to grow and contribute within a supportive team environment
Learning and development opportunities
Employee wellness initiatives
Employee and family assistance program
Welcoming workplace culture

Education/Experience:

Degree/diploma in Therapeutic Recreation or Recreation and Leisure Studies with Therapeutic Recreation course content (Therapeutic Recreation specialization)
Experience in Therapeutic Recreation programming as it relates to programs offered in long term care settings

Skills/Abilities:

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Demonstrated commitment to resident centered care
Ability to work as part of a team and also independently, with mínimal supervision

Assets:

Training in Gentle Persuasive Approach and/or Montessori is an asset
Professional member in good standing with Therapeutic Recreation Ontario (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.
St. Joseph's Care Group is committed to providing high quality clientcentred care by building a respectful and inclusive workforce that reflects the diverse population it serves. Individuals who speak a second language including French, Finnish, Italian, Ojibway, Cree, Oji-Cree, etc. are encouraged to apply._

Job Types:
Full-time, Part-time, Permanent

Salary:
$21.43 per hour

Benefits: