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Work Location: AgeCare Brandt's Creek Mews
Address: 2081 Cross Road, Kelowna, BC, V1V 2G2 FTE: 0 Employment Type: Casual The Opportunity The Recreation Worker, reporting to the Executive Director or Recreation Manager, is responsible for assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating recreation therapy services for residents. This role supports residents’ overall well-being by promoting meaningful leisure experiences, social engagement, and quality of life. The Recreation Worker performs duties in accordance with their education, demonstrated skills, AgeCare policies and procedures, and the Collaborative Care Model.
What You Will Do
Assess each resident’s needs, interests, and abilities to support meaningful participation in leisure and recreation opportunities within the facility and the community. Develop recreation therapy goals and treatment plans, and communicate these with residents, families, and members of the interdisciplinary care team. Collaborate with Recreation Assistants to ensure recreation therapy treatment plans are understood and implemented effectively. Ensure residents participate in appropriate recreation activities that align with their individualized treatment goals. Direct and support Recreation Therapy Assistants in facilitating individual and group leisure activities and programs. Maintain accurate and timely documentation, including resident charting and recreation therapy assessments. Communicate resident performance, progress, and program suitability within the Recreation Therapy Department and during interdisciplinary team conferences.
What You Bring
Completion of a bachelor’s degree or diploma in Recreation Therapy, Leisure Studies, or a related field from an accredited college or university. Eligibility for membership with a recognized professional Therapeutic Recreation association, such as the Therapeutic Recreation Association of British Columbia (TRABC). Effective written and verbal communication skills in English, with the ability to communicate clearly with residents, families, and interdisciplinary team members. Previous experience in recreation therapy within a healthcare or long-term care setting is preferred; experience working with older adults and in gerontology is considered an asset. Strong interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills, with the ability to work collaboratively as part of an interdisciplinary team. Must be able to provide a current (within six months) Vulnerable Sector Check, including a Criminal Record Check, or be willing to obtain one.
What We Offer
Great Pay & Benefits: Competitive salary with health benefits and paid time off. Career Growth: Opportunities for training, education, and advancement. Supportive Culture: A diverse and inclusive team where everyone is valued. Meaningful Work: Make a real impact on our residents' lives. Community Feel: Build strong connections with colleagues. Recognition: Your hard work is celebrated and rewarded.
About AgeCare
For over 25 years, AgeCare has been dedicated to creating vibrant and supportive communities, providing high-quality care and fostering meaningful connections. With over 50 communities across Alberta, BC and Ontario, we offer a comfortable, home-like atmosphere where residents can age with dignity and respect. Guided by our values of trust, quality, respect and teamwork, our compassionate and dedicated team is at the core of our success, ensuring that residents enjoy a rich quality of life in an environment tailored to their needs.
Ready to Make a Difference? If you’re passionate about delivering exceptional care and excited to join a compassionate, dedicated team, AgeCare is the place for you!. Apply today! At AgeCare, we value diversity and inclusion and encourage all qualified individuals to apply. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Internal Closing Date: August 11, 2026
Hours of Work: Casual Members of equity-seeking groups are encouraged to apply Union membership is a condition of employment.
Wage Levelling Salary: $30.71 per hour
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Since 1998, AgeCare has been dedicated to creating vibrant communities that celebrate aging with dignity, independence, and a true sense of home. We proudly serve individuals with long-term care needs, offering specialized support in continuing care, memory care, as well as retirement living and independent living options.
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