Recreation Therapist Jobs in Ponoka, Alberta, Canada
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Recreation Therapist I (2026-0656)
Recreation Therapist I (2026-0656)
Recreation Therapist I
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This position may qualify for a recruitment incentive of up to $13,000 over 12 months. For full details, visit rcif-hsaa.ca.
Description
As a Recreation Therapist I, you will be working collaboratively within an interdisciplinary team, providing comprehensive services for patients (clients, residents) within your assigned program or service area. You will ensure the level of therapeutic recreation practice is evidence based, patient-and family-centred, and in accordance with policies, procedures and standards of practice. You will complete assessment, treatment, education and management of clients¿ treatment progress and provide clinical support and consultation. You will collaborate and communicate with the health care team and participate in patient rounds, family conferences and meetings as related to the client and family.
Transition Company: Assisted Living Alberta Classification: Recreation Therapist I Union: HSAA Facility PROF/TECH Unit and Program: Hospital and Care Centre, Long Term Care Recreation Primary Location: Ponoka Hospital and Care Centr Location Details: As Per Location Multi-Site: Not Applicable FTE: 0.30 Posting End Date: 12-AUG-2026 Temporary Employee Class: Temporary Part Time Date Available: 24-AUG-2026 Temporary End Date: 03-SEP-2027 Hours per Shift: 7.75 Length of Shift in weeks: 2 Shifts per cycle: 3 Shift Pattern: Days Days Off: As Per Rotation Minimum Salary: $40.81 Maximum Salary: $54.34 Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable
Required Qualifications
Completion of bachelor's degree in Recreation Therapy, Therapeutic Recreation or Recreation and Leisure Studies. Active or eligible registration with Alberta Therapeutic Recreation Association (ATRA).
Additional Required Qualifications
BLS and First Aid.
Preferred Qualifications
Preferred work experience in a Long-Term Care Setting with delegating tasks to a Recreation Therapy Assistant.
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