Geriatric Recreation Therapist at Ontario Shores, Whitby

Support geriatric patients as a Recreation Therapist with Ontario Shores Centre for Mental Health Sciences in Whitby, ON. This permanent part-time position requires a compassionate approach to recreation therapy that promotes recovery and stability.

Your role focuses on delivering tailored therapeutic recreation programs to older adults facing severe mental illnesses. You will play a critical role in a collaborative interdisciplinary setting, ensuring patients receive holistic care that includes innovative recreation strategies. Your expertise in recovery practices will directly influence patients' transitions back to community living.

Key Responsibilities:• Develop and implement individualized recreation therapy plans • Assess and monitor patient progress in therapy • Lead group activities that enhance social skills • Work closely with healthcare teams on care strategies • Maintain accurate records for program outcomes

Requirements:• Degree in Therapeutic Recreation with 2 years of experience • Understanding of therapeutic recreation and mental illness • Required TRO membership and preferred registration status • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills • Valid driver’s license and CPR Level HCP certification

Utilize your therapeutic knowledge to assist geriatric patients on their journey to recovery at Ontario Shores in Whitby. #J-18808-Ljbffr