Recreation Therapy Assistant (Rec. Assist - (REC.26.02) …, Edmonton

Recreation Therapy Assistant (Rec. Assist - (REC.26.02) (Vehicle Required) Job Category : Community Services

Requisition Number : RECRE001381

Locations Edmonton, AB T5K2L9, CAN

Description Hours of Work: Temp. 37.5 flex hrs. weekly in AMH homes (75 hrs. biweekly) (vehicle required)

The Job responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Under the supervision of a Recreation Therapist, creating a calendar to implement programs.

Completing Leisure Interest Survey to have a comprehensive understanding of clients interests and developing programs based on those interests.

Responsible for the safety and well-being of residents

Shopping for Supplies and budgeting

Assisting with set up and implementation of large events

Charting resident’s participation in programs and attendance

Completing monthly STATS

Helping residents with various issues/concerns that may arise and follow up with Recreation Therapist.

Planning and implementing therapeutic outings based goals of clients.

Attending meetings and mandatory educational training

Follow policies and procedure outlined by the Excel Society

Communicate with Group Home coordinators and Recreation Therapist to plan outings/events/programs

Assist Recreation Therapist with write-ups on participation for Case Conference Meetings

Being up to date with programs and events provided in the city.

Requirements Diploma or certificate in recreation/leisure studies or related health field would be desirable.

Certification in First Aid&CPR Level C.

Satisfactory criminal record check.

At least 3 years’ experience working within the Human Service Field

Understanding and Experience working with Mental Health is an asset

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