Recreationist

Job Code: 25053Status: CasualLocation: Providence ManorUnion: LiUNAWage: $27.06 - $29.69Posting Period: June 11, 2026 - June 17, 2026The Recreationist develops knowledge about participants in order to respond to their individual and group needs through a process of formal and informal assessment. The Recreationist plan, implements, facilitates, and evaluates individual and group programs suited to the individual needs of the participants. Provides input to the monthly calendar of events utilizing program planning and development. The Recreationist contributes to participant care plan with attention to goals and measurable outcomes. The position also works collaboratively with the interdisciplinary team with the focus on the resident’s best interests. Emphasizes and encourages participation utilizing resident centered approaches tailoring to their abilities, needs, interests, and values.Skills And Qualifications RequiredMinimum 2 year college diploma or post diploma certificate in recreation and/or leisure studies, or therapeutic recreationor, active enrollment in such a field of study and completion will be obtained within 1 yearor, current registration with recognized therapeutic recreation association in OntarioEligibility for registration with recognized therapeutic recreation association in Ontario within one yearDementiAbility Methods: The Montessori Way and Gentle Persuasive Approach preferredFood Handlers Certification and First Aid Certification an assetPosition ResponsibilitiesPlans, implements and evaluates individual programs, group programs and community outings suited to the individual needs of the residents on the assigned unit and consistent with the overall activity programAcquires knowledge about residents in order to respond to their individual and group needs through a process of formal and informal assessmentTransport residents to and from activities, on and off the unitsAssists with orientation, ongoing supervision and evaluation (if required) of volunteers and studentsAdapts recreation interventions and programs to the changing needs of residents.Why Work At Providence ManorA long-term care home with specialized care for dementia and veteransCommitted to a person and family-centred approachCompetitive salaries with percentage in lieu of benefits & vacationGroup Retirement Pension PlanCorporate and Resident Home Area/service specific orientation for new hiresFocus of Healthy Workplace and Culture of QualityEmployee and Family Assistance ProgramEducation, mentorship and bursary opportunitiesFully affiliated with Queen’s University and St. Lawrence College and other academic institutionsLocated in downtown KingstonDisclosure: We do not use artificial intelligence to screen, assess, or make selection decisions in our recruitment process.Unless specifically stated, all job postings are for existing positions at Providence Care.