Miramichi Recreation Therapist 1 (RE01) PCN 1750904

ANTICIPATED END DATE: 01 Jun 2028

JOB PURPOSE

The Recreation Therapist - Addictions and Mental Health is responsible for providing clinical recreation therapy.

QUALIFICATIONS

• A Bachelor degree in Recreation with major course work in mental health or the social sciences. Must have two years of experience working in the mental health field.
• Ability to attend work on a regular basis.
• Ability to perform the duties of the position.
• Good work record.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

The Recreation Therapist – Addictions and Mental Health is responsible for:

• Assessing, planning, and providing recreational therapy to individuals and groups
• Participating in interdisciplinary care planning
• Maintaining clinical records and documentation
• Monitoring and responding to high risk mental health activities
• Providing guidance and support to activity workers and other health care providers
• Participating in developing and sharing information related to clinical skill sets, best practices and clinical guidelines
• Ordering, maintaining and ensuring and inventory of equipment and supplies

Competencies identified by Horizon Health Network:

• Communication
• Information Gathering
• Interpersonal Relations
• Patient/Client Focus
• Planning and Prioritizing Work
• Problem Solving
• Teamwork and Collaboration

Interested? Apply Today!

Horizon Health Network (Horizon) only accepts on-line applications.

About Horizon's Recruitment Process

We thank all applicant who apply; however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted. All interested applicants are encouraged to apply as an equivalent combination of education, training and experience may be considered.

Horizon's recruitment screening process may include language proficiency testing, clerical testing and/or behavioral assessment. If you are selected for testing, you will be contacted via the email address provided on your application. The official results will be shared with the candidate, Human Resources and the requesting manager electronically and language results will be placed on the personnel file for Horizon's hiring purposes.

Diversity Statement

Horizon is committed to enhancing our diverse and inclusive environment for our employees and patients. We believe in a healthcare system that equally supports all people regardless of race, ethnicity, national origin, social background, religion, gender identity or expression, age, disability, or sexual orientation. An environment based on a commitment to diversity and inclusion supports our goal of safe and quality patient care.