Recreation Therapist - Bachelors
Work Area (FBA Only)
Multi-Site
No
Travel Requirement
Shift Start Time/End Time
08:00 - 16:00
Days Off
Rotating
Vacancy Type
Temp PT
Salary Range (Hourly Rate)
$40.19 - $50.20
Paid FTE
0.53
Worked BI-WEEKLY HOURS
37.50
Planned Start Date
Approximate End Date (For Temporary Assignments ONLY)
Sep. 25 2027
Pending Return of Incumbent
Yes
CRC required? (employee will be working with or have access to children or vulnerable adults and requires a Criminal Record Check)
Yes
Job Description
In accordance with the Vision, Purpose, and Values, and strategic direction of the Vancouver Island Health Authority (Island Health) patient and staff safety is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone; as such, the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position.
Reports to the Manager or designate, assesses, develops and implements individual and group treatment programs to ensure optimum patient/resident care for assigned caseload. Coordinates patient and resident treatment programs with referring physician(s) and other medical professionals. Transports patients and residents between the hospital and other locations by operating a hospital van as required.
QUALIFICATIONS:Education, Training And Experience
Bachelor's degree in Therapeutic Recreation plus one year of recent related experience. Eligible for membership withthe British Columbia Therapeutic Recreation Association. Valid Class 4 vehicle licence.
Skills And Abilities- Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
- Demonstrated planning and instructional skills.
- Ability to organize individual patient/resident treatment programs.
- Ability to work cooperatively with other professional disciplines as part of a team.
- Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position.
- Demonstrated ability to safely drive a passenger van and a wheelchair access transport van.
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