Recreation Therapist - Recreation Services

For more than 130 years The Salvation Army has served people in need in communities across Canada and Bermuda. Building on our roots as a world-wide Christian church each year we help more than 2 million people providing necessities such as food clothing and addition we support people experiencing unemployment addiction and family challenges. We continually adapt and innovate to meet emerging needs and live out our mission vision and values of hope service dignity and stewardship. The Salvation Army exists to share the love of Jesus Christ meet human needs and be a transforming influence in the communities of our world.
Minimum college diploma in Recreation with emphasis on gerontological and therapeutic studies.
Two (2) years Volunteer or 1 year work experience in similar setting. Proficient computer skills including MS Office Activity Pro Point Click Care (PCC)
Ability to push 250lbs with assistive device such as resident in wheelchair
Performance Requirements/Duties:
Plans schedules implements promote and evaluate monthly and annual activities and events which are in keeping with the interest and capabilities of all Residents.
Records information about Residents on relevant forms and maintains daily logbooks concerning the Residents participation and abilities in activities.
Maintains close liaison with departments volunteers families Residents and community groups.
Encourages and motivates Residents to participate in activities ensuring accessibility (prompting reminding or portering).
Activities of Daily Living) duties such as hygiene toileting and feeding as necessary on outings.
Performs clerical functions specific to the department. Ensures all chemical purchases are reported to the Supervisor and those containers are labeled with WHMIS labels & MSDS manual is in your office.
Requests work orders for maintenance through Director of Environmental Services
Further training may be required to perform therapy as prescribed by the physio and/or occupational therapists. Participates in all new and annual training as required.
Networking in the field is encouraged.
Works according to the Occupational Health and Safety Act and Regulations and reports all accidents and near misses on facility forms.

Placement in the salary range will be based on factors such as market conditions internal equity and candidate experience skills and qualifications relevant to the role.