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Recreation Worker

Herbert, SK
On-site
Posted Sep 30, 2026
1 position

$22–$24 / hour

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Employment type: Part-time
Experience level: Entry, Junior · 0+ years
Minimum education: High school
Apply by: Oct 6, 2026
Posting language: English
Working hours: 19 hours per week

Job summary

The Recreation Worker provides activities to enhance the holistic quality of life for clients, patients, and residents across mental, emotional, physical, spiritual, and cultural domains. They are responsible for working independently to support individuals with special needs within a healthcare facility.

Job details

Position #: 098983 Expected Start Date: November 01, 2026 Union: SEIU Facility: Herbert & District Integrated Health Facility City/Town: Herbert Department: Recreation Type: Part-time regular FTE: 0.5 Shift Information: Days, Weekends Number of Hours per Rotation: 7 shifts of 8 hours per 3 weeks Relief: No Float: No Hours of Work: Standard Hours Salary or Pay Band: Pay Band 10 $22.020 to $23.550 (3 step range) Travel Required: No Job Description: Provides activities to enhance the holistic care of clients / patients/ residents quality of life (mental, emotional, physical, spiritual, and cultural). Human Resources Exemption: No Experience * One (1) year experience in health care Education * Grade 12 Competencies * Communication skills * Basic - Computer skills * Organizational skills * Interpersonal skills Knowledge and Abilities * Ability to work with special needs clients/patients/residents * Ability to work independently Other Information * Official Description at: //www.working-for-health.ca/supportjobevaluation * Valid driver's license, where required * Scheduled hours of work may be reduced when a statutory holiday is recognized The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) is the largest employer in Saskatchewan, employing more than 45,000 staff in a dynamic healthcare environment. The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) is committed to providing coordinated quality services that are seamless, safe and patient-centred. Applicants must upload all relevant documents (ex: certificates, diplomas, proof of enrollment, licenses and/or memberships) relating to the qualifications of the position. By submitting your application, you consent to your application history and talent profile being shared with Human Resources and the applicable hiring team. Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. Those being interviewed are required to bring a valid Criminal Record Check (CRC) to the interview; it must be dated within six (6) months and include a vulnerable sector search. > We work together to improve our health and well-being. Every day. For > everyone. > We are committed to building a representative, diverse, inclusive, and > culturally responsive workforce. > We are committed to the Truth and Reconciliation Commissions Calls to Action. > We work in the spirit of truth and reconciliation, acknowledging Saskatchewan > as the traditional territory of First Nations and Métis People. Please note: Only applications that include all required documentation will be considered.

What you’ll do

Requirements

Candidates must have a Grade 12 education and at least one year of experience in a healthcare setting. Applicants are also required to possess basic computer skills and strong interpersonal and organizational abilities.