Recreation Therapy Worker II
NL Health Services - 957 Jobs
Newfoundland and Labrador
Job Details:
Location: PADDON - Goose Bay - Long Term Care
Recreation Therapy Worker II
Labrador Grenfell Zone - HLP RECREATION THERAPY
Permanent Part-time
NAPE HS
56718POS
Hours: 60 hours bi-weekly (8 hours; Days, Evenings, Weekends)
Salary: CG-29 (CAD27.61 - CAD30.67 per hour) plus applicable Labrador Allowance
Competition Number: VAC0021395
Posted Date: 2026-02-11
Closing Date: Open until filled.
Qualifications:
? Graduation from an approved/recognized college with a two-year diploma in Therapeutic Recreation or Recreation with major course work in Therapeutic Recreation;
? Experience working as a Recreation Therapy Worker in a health care setting is an asset;
? Knowledge in the planning, organization, and implementation of recreation, leisure, and social programs;
? Demonstrated strong written and verbal communication skills;
? Demonstrated ability to have a positive, respectful, and sensitive approach to the needs of the patients/clients/residents;
? Knowledge of computer skills including Microsoft word, Power Point, and Excel databases and spreadsheets;
? Current certification in BCLS (Basic Cardiac Life Support);
? Completion of Gentle Persuasive Approach Course (GPA) or willingness to complete;
? Completion of Management of Aggressive Behavior Course (MOAB) or willingness to complete;
? Breastfeeding education or willingness to complete within specified timeframe;
? Possession of a class IV driver's license will be required;
? A satisfactory driver's abstract is required;
? The successful applicant will be required to submit a satisfactory certificate of conduct and vulnerable sector check;
Duties: (Included but not limited to)
? Works as part of the interdisciplinary team to assist with creating, maintaining, and evaluation resident’s care plans;
? Develops, organizes, and participates in recreational activities for residents and families;
? Arranges for special events in consultation with coordinator or designate;
? Provides individual instruction and demonstration to residents with special needs;
? Collaborates with interdisciplinary team regarding quarterly and yearly reviews;
? Participates in Resident Family council meetings, staff meetings and other collaborative activities as required;
? Documentation: service recipient, event planning, statistics, audits, etc;
? Other related duties as required;
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