Company Description

The University Health Network, where “above all else the needs of patients come first”, encompasses Toronto General Hospital, Toronto Western Hospital, Princess Margaret Cancer Centre, Toronto Rehabilitation Institute and the Michener Institute of Education. The breadth of research, the complexity of the cases treated, and the magnitude of its educational enterprise has made UHN a national and international resource for patient care, research and education. With a long tradition of ground breaking firsts and a purpose of “Transforming lives and communities through excellence in care, discovery and learning”, the University Health Network (UHN), Canada’s largest research teaching hospital, brings together over 16,000 employees, more than 1,200 physicians, 8,000+ students, and many volunteers. UHN is a caring, creative place where amazing people are amazing the world.

Job Description

Union: Non-Union
Site: Toronto Western Hospital
Department: Allied Health supporting General Internal Medicine and ALC, population may vary on operational needs
Work Model: On-Site
Reports to: Manager, Allied Health
Hours: M-F37.5 hours per week 12-8pm, weekends possible based on operational need
Shifts: Days
Status: Temporary Full Time 18 month contract
Closing Date: October 14, 2025

Duties

• Performing comprehensive assessments of patients and plan individual and group interventions

• Collaborating in an inter-professional environment in providing patient focused care

• Contributing to program planning and development

• Planning, implementing and evaluating Recreation Therapy interventions

• Complying with, and commitment to, patient safety responsibilities and corresponding hospital plans, policies and procedures in order to ensure a safe environment for patients

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Recreation and Leisure studies with a major/emphasis in Therapeutic Recreation or Bachelor’s degree in a related fi eld (Kinesiology, Physical Education, Psychology or Health Studies).

• Post-diploma in Therapeutic Recreation.

• Membership in either a Provincial, National, State or International Therapeutic Recreation Professional Association.

• Basic Cardiac Life Support – Level C, Healthcare Provider.

• Minimum of 2 years experience in the practice of Therapeutic Recreation.

• Expertise in planning, implementation and evaluation of Therapeutic Recreation interventions.

• Excellent organizational and communication skills

• Sound judgment and ability to work independently and in a team setting.

Additional Information

Why join UHN?

In addition to working alongside some of the most talented and inspiring healthcare professionals in the world, UHN offers a wide range of benefits, programs and perks. It is the comprehensiveness of these offerings that makes it a differentiating factor, allowing you to find value where it matters most to you, now and throughout your career at UHN.

• Competitive offer packages
• Government organization and a member of the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP https://hoopp.com/)
• Close access to Transit and UHN shuttle service
• A flexible work environment
• Opportunities for development and promotions within a large organization
• Additional perks (multiple corporate discounts including: travel, restaurants, parking, phone plans, auto insurance discounts, on-site gyms, etc.)

Current UHN employees must have successfully completed their probationary period, have a good employee record along with satisfactory attendance in accordance with UHN's attendance management program, to be eligible for consideration.

All applications must be submitted before the posting close date.

UHN uses email to communicate with selected candidates. Please ensure you check your email regularly.

Please be advised that a Criminal Record Check may be required of the successful candidate. Should it be determined that any information provided by a candidate be misleading, inaccurate or incorrect, UHN reserves the right to discontinue with the consideration of their application.

UHN is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive recruitment process and workplace. Requests for accommodation can be made at any stage of the recruitment process. Applicants need to make their requirements known.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.