Recreation Therapist 1 (RE01)

DEPARTMENT: Recreation Therapy

BARGAINING UNIT: SHCP

JOB TYPE: Permanent part-time

SCHEDULE: Day, 8 and 12-hour shifts. Work schedule may be changed to meet operational needs.

LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS: Bilingual essential

NOTE: Applicants must attach a resume to their application.

JOB SUMMARY:

The incumbent performs professional clinical work in the planning and facilitation of leisure activities aimed at the well-being, socialization and development of patients.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor's degree in Therapeutic Recreation, or Bachelor's degree in Recreation, from a recognized university with major course work in Therapeutic Recreation;
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office 365 and other software commonly used within the Network;
• Leadership and strong decision-making skills;
• Teaching skills;
• Strong sense of responsibility and a high degree of autonomy;
• Excellent organizational and prioritization skills;
• Proven communication and interpersonal skills;
• Ability to work independently and as a team member;
• Physically able to perform assigned duties;
• Good previous work history (performance and attendance);
• Adherence to professional ethics principles, to the Network management philosophy and organizational values;
• Compliance with the rules of confidentiality established by the Vitalité Health Network.
  

• The above requirements may be verified through oral, written or practical tests during the selection process.
• Should there be no fully qualified applicants, this position will not necessarily be reposted. If you wish to be considered for this position and meet most of the requirements, you are encouraged to apply at this time.
• The employer reserves the right to shorten or extend temporary assignments for operational reasons.
• We thank all applicants. However, only those selected will be contacted.