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    Therapeutic Assistant - Halifax, Canada - Nova Scotia Health Authority

    Nova Scotia Health Authority
    Nova Scotia Health Authority Halifax, Canada

    1 week ago

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    Description

    About the Opportunity

    Reporting to the Program Manager and working under the direction of the recreation therapist and/or regulated health care professional, The Therapeutic Assistant (TA) is a member of the collaborative health care team, providing support to patients, families and interprofessional team members through the incorporation of facilitation techniques, participation in leisure/recreation activities. The Therapeutic Assistant will work cooperatively and collaboratively with the interdisciplinary treatment team in carrying out the individual's treatment program and communicating patient-specific information that will enhance the level of knowledge of the treatment team. Under the direction of the recreation therapist and appropriate, involved members of the health care team, TA's support the patient's plan of care to maximize the patient's successful engagement, modeled within a recreation therapy framework.

    About You

    We would love to hear from you if you have the following:

    • Completion of year one from an accredited Therapeutic Recreation program which includes the Therapeutic Recreation Foundations Course
    • Current certification in Non-Violent Crisis Intervention (NVCI) is an asset
    • Behaviour Modification Skills
    • Leisure/Recreation related knowledge and skills to support patient care plans for transition
    • Understanding of a multi-disciplinary treatment team approaches within acute care and along the continuum of care
    • Understanding of patient populations in acute care with cognitive and/or responsive behaviors
    • Ability to work in high pace acute care environment
    • Strong communication skills both verbally and written
    • Strong leadership and interpersonal skills
    • Knowledge of community resources
    • Competencies in other languages preferred; French an asset

    Please ensure your resume is up to date and includes all relevant education, experience, training, and certifications.

    Hours

    • Casual Relief Position(s)

    Compensation and Incentives

    $ $23.86 Hourly

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