Recreation Therapist (TFT)
About the role
POSITION TITLE
Recreation Therapist
SHIFT TYPE
Monday to Friday (days)
DEPT/PROGRAM
Rehabilitation Services
JOB CLASS
Recreation Therapist
EMPLOYMENT TYPE
Temporary Full Time, up to 18 months
RATE OF PAY
$35.67-$39.38
WORK SCHEDULE
37.50 hours weekly, as per schedule
EMPLOYEE GROUP
OPSEU
POSTING TYPE
Open
POSTING DATE
October 27, 2025
HYBRID ELIGIBLE
No
NUMBER
1
Waypoint Centre for Mental Health Care is a 315-bed academic and teaching hospital that provides specialized mental health, addiction and geriatric care. Located on the shores of Georgian Bay, we serve some of the most complex and disadvantaged individuals in Ontario and are the sole provider of high-secure forensic mental health services in the province.
The Clinical Manager within the Rehabilitation Services program is currently seeking a full-time Recreation Therapist. The incumbent utilizes recreation- based interventions to maximize independence and promotes the achievement of optimal leisure lifestyles. They are responsible for assessments, interventions and evaluations that promote or maintain leisure skill development, knowledge and behaviors in the physical, cognitive, affective and social domains.
Note: Please contact Therapeutic Recreation Ontario (TRO) to ensure you have the correct registration (R/TRO or R/TRO DIP) as per the qualifications listed below. Membership status alone does not qualify.
For information about funding incentives for nurses, our enhanced employee referral program, housing, orientation and other employment-related information please follow this link to our employment web page. https://www.waypointcentre.ca/get-involved/join-our-team
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:
- The Recreation Therapist will practice in accordance with the standards of practice set out by Therapeutic Recreation Ontario (TRO) as well as in accordance with the Mission, Vision, Values and philosophy of Waypoint.
- Conduct Therapeutic Recreation (TR) assessment through a combination of techniques such as: assessment tools, interviews, observations, file review and information from relevant sources and communicate results with Clients/Patients, team members and key support networks.
- Develop and implement appropriate client/patient TR intervention plans based on assessment results in collaboration with relevant stakeholders including identifiable measurable outcomes.
- Develop program service descriptions and outcome measures for evaluation develop and deliver recovery based TR Programming based upon a continuum model of care which takes into consideration strengths and abilities of each service recipient. Support client/patient transition to achieve maximum independence while working with client/family/ friends/ community partners to restore client's natural leisure support system.
- Identify and obtain resource needs; Provide direction to Recreation Therapy Assistants to maintain and monitor recreational equipment, resources and facilities.
- Collaborate with inter-professional clinical teams; Actively participate in the Therapeutic Recreation Council
- Drive hospital vehicles as required.
- Managers have the right to assign additional duties and schedule alternate work locations based on operational requirements.
REQUIREMENTS/QUALIFICATIONS:
- Position requires Recreation Therapy Degree or a Degree or Diploma in a related field with a Post Graduate Certificate in Recreation Therapy
- Position requires registration with Therapeutic Recreation Ontario (R/TRO or R/TRO DIP) or certification with National Council for Therapeutic Recreation Certification (CTRS);
- Class "G" Driver’s license in good standing. Class “F” is an asset
- Demonstrated knowledge of the recovery philosophy and trauma informed care
- Recent experience with evidence based assessment, treatment, intervention and best practice
- Current National Lifeguard Service (NLS) is an asset
- Demonstrated computer software knowledge and experience including proficiency in Microsoft suite of products and database software
- Results oriented work ethic to work independently and undertake tasks needed to accomplish work objectives and deliver quality, consistent and timely results
- Demonstrated analytical, coaching, interpersonal and organizational skills
- Proven written and verbal communication skills
- Proven ability to adapt readily to change
- Models and promotes core ethical practice, Waypoint Values (Caring, Respect, Accountability, Innovation), and reflects an optimistic and positive attitude
- Preference for proficiency in French/English language skills
HOW DO I APPLY?
Waypoint employees apply through the Employee Self-Service portal at https://employees.waypointcentre.ca and external applicants apply to Join our Team, Career Opportunities | Waypoint by close of business (4:00 pm)
on November 7, 2025 quoting Job ID WC25-273. Attach your cover letter and resume detailing why you are interested in this opportunity and how you meet the qualifications and key accountabilities specified.
About Waypoint Centre for Mental Health Care
Located 150 km from Toronto on the shores of Georgian Bay in historical Penetanguishene, Waypoint is a 301-bed specialty mental health hospital providing an extensive range of acute and longer-term psychiatric inpatient as well as outpatient services.
Waypoint is proud to be an official University of Toronto teaching hospital and academic research centre and has additional academic partnerships with 40 other post secondary institutions, hospitals and organizations.
As the region's only specialty mental health hospital with the province's only maximum secure forensic mental health programs, researchers, clinicians and health care professionals collaborate within our innovative and transforming environment.
Our new campus expansion that includes 200 forensic mental health beds, a new main entrance, auditorium and classrooms, research centre and educational offices, pool and gymnasium opened in May 2014.
The Midland/ Penetanguishene area boasts four-season lifestyle opportunities ranging from outdoor recreation to cultural activities, and combining a small town feel with easy access to many urban amenities.
Recreation Therapist (TFT)
About the role
POSITION TITLE
Recreation Therapist
SHIFT TYPE
Monday to Friday (days)
DEPT/PROGRAM
Rehabilitation Services
JOB CLASS
Recreation Therapist
EMPLOYMENT TYPE
Temporary Full Time, up to 18 months
RATE OF PAY
$35.67-$39.38
WORK SCHEDULE
37.50 hours weekly, as per schedule
EMPLOYEE GROUP
OPSEU
POSTING TYPE
Open
POSTING DATE
October 27, 2025
HYBRID ELIGIBLE
No
NUMBER
1
Waypoint Centre for Mental Health Care is a 315-bed academic and teaching hospital that provides specialized mental health, addiction and geriatric care. Located on the shores of Georgian Bay, we serve some of the most complex and disadvantaged individuals in Ontario and are the sole provider of high-secure forensic mental health services in the province.
The Clinical Manager within the Rehabilitation Services program is currently seeking a full-time Recreation Therapist. The incumbent utilizes recreation- based interventions to maximize independence and promotes the achievement of optimal leisure lifestyles. They are responsible for assessments, interventions and evaluations that promote or maintain leisure skill development, knowledge and behaviors in the physical, cognitive, affective and social domains.
Note: Please contact Therapeutic Recreation Ontario (TRO) to ensure you have the correct registration (R/TRO or R/TRO DIP) as per the qualifications listed below. Membership status alone does not qualify.
For information about funding incentives for nurses, our enhanced employee referral program, housing, orientation and other employment-related information please follow this link to our employment web page. https://www.waypointcentre.ca/get-involved/join-our-team
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:
- The Recreation Therapist will practice in accordance with the standards of practice set out by Therapeutic Recreation Ontario (TRO) as well as in accordance with the Mission, Vision, Values and philosophy of Waypoint.
- Conduct Therapeutic Recreation (TR) assessment through a combination of techniques such as: assessment tools, interviews, observations, file review and information from relevant sources and communicate results with Clients/Patients, team members and key support networks.
- Develop and implement appropriate client/patient TR intervention plans based on assessment results in collaboration with relevant stakeholders including identifiable measurable outcomes.
- Develop program service descriptions and outcome measures for evaluation develop and deliver recovery based TR Programming based upon a continuum model of care which takes into consideration strengths and abilities of each service recipient. Support client/patient transition to achieve maximum independence while working with client/family/ friends/ community partners to restore client's natural leisure support system.
- Identify and obtain resource needs; Provide direction to Recreation Therapy Assistants to maintain and monitor recreational equipment, resources and facilities.
- Collaborate with inter-professional clinical teams; Actively participate in the Therapeutic Recreation Council
- Drive hospital vehicles as required.
- Managers have the right to assign additional duties and schedule alternate work locations based on operational requirements.
REQUIREMENTS/QUALIFICATIONS:
- Position requires Recreation Therapy Degree or a Degree or Diploma in a related field with a Post Graduate Certificate in Recreation Therapy
- Position requires registration with Therapeutic Recreation Ontario (R/TRO or R/TRO DIP) or certification with National Council for Therapeutic Recreation Certification (CTRS);
- Class "G" Driver’s license in good standing. Class “F” is an asset
- Demonstrated knowledge of the recovery philosophy and trauma informed care
- Recent experience with evidence based assessment, treatment, intervention and best practice
- Current National Lifeguard Service (NLS) is an asset
- Demonstrated computer software knowledge and experience including proficiency in Microsoft suite of products and database software
- Results oriented work ethic to work independently and undertake tasks needed to accomplish work objectives and deliver quality, consistent and timely results
- Demonstrated analytical, coaching, interpersonal and organizational skills
- Proven written and verbal communication skills
- Proven ability to adapt readily to change
- Models and promotes core ethical practice, Waypoint Values (Caring, Respect, Accountability, Innovation), and reflects an optimistic and positive attitude
- Preference for proficiency in French/English language skills
HOW DO I APPLY?
Waypoint employees apply through the Employee Self-Service portal at https://employees.waypointcentre.ca and external applicants apply to Join our Team, Career Opportunities | Waypoint by close of business (4:00 pm)
on November 7, 2025 quoting Job ID WC25-273. Attach your cover letter and resume detailing why you are interested in this opportunity and how you meet the qualifications and key accountabilities specified.
About Waypoint Centre for Mental Health Care
Located 150 km from Toronto on the shores of Georgian Bay in historical Penetanguishene, Waypoint is a 301-bed specialty mental health hospital providing an extensive range of acute and longer-term psychiatric inpatient as well as outpatient services.
Waypoint is proud to be an official University of Toronto teaching hospital and academic research centre and has additional academic partnerships with 40 other post secondary institutions, hospitals and organizations.
As the region's only specialty mental health hospital with the province's only maximum secure forensic mental health programs, researchers, clinicians and health care professionals collaborate within our innovative and transforming environment.
Our new campus expansion that includes 200 forensic mental health beds, a new main entrance, auditorium and classrooms, research centre and educational offices, pool and gymnasium opened in May 2014.
The Midland/ Penetanguishene area boasts four-season lifestyle opportunities ranging from outdoor recreation to cultural activities, and combining a small town feel with easy access to many urban amenities.