Recreation Assistant Jobs in Alberta (NOW HIRING)

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Mission Statement
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.

Job Description:

POSITION PURPOSE SUMMARY:

Under the supervision of the Recreation Therapy Manager, the Recreation Assistant works as a member of the Interdisciplinary Care Team and provides Recreation Therapy services in accordance with the standards of practice defined by the Alberta Therapeutic Recreation Association (ATRA). The Recreation Assistant provides input and assistance to the Recreation Therapy Manager on matters relating to therapeutic recreation programs and activities.

ACCOUNTABILITIES:

Assist Recreation Therapy Manager to develop, implement and execute approved group and individual programs.

Assist Recreation Therapy Manager with compilation and completion of

monthly statistics and calendars.

Assists Recreation Therapy Manager in implementing and monitoring therapeutic recreation techniques for residents, puts Resident Care Plan in action.

Provides input to develop and make needed changes to the resident therapeutic recreation care plan.

Complete requisitions for supplies as required by the department

Cleans and maintains designated therapy areas and equipment.

Records daily attendance and participation of residents and forwards information to the Recreation Therapy Manager.

Where applicable, takes responsibility for handling cash related to therapeutic programs.

Recreation Assistant will be required to transport residents using Program Vehicle.

Assist in the orientation and/or supervision of new staff, practicum students, and volunteers.

CRITICAL RELATIONSHIP MANAGEMENT
Internal:
Works closely with residents, staff, volunteers, families, and visitors.

MANAGERIAL RESPONSIBILITY:
This position reports directly to the Recreation Therapy Manager.
No managerial responsibility, no direct report

The above responsibilities must be discharged in accordance with The Salvation Army's Mission Statement, in a professional manner, exemplifying Christian standards of conduct.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE QUALIFICATIONS:

Education, Qualifications and Certifications:

Post-secondary education in Recreation Therapy or experience working in Recreation Therapy with senior populations

CPR and Standard First Aid

Current Safe check Food Safe certificate

Clear Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Check

Recreation Assistant must have Class 5 driver's license with a clean driver's abstract

Experience and Skilled Knowledge Requirements:

Experience working with individuals with mental health conditions

Able to assess residents' responses and recognize changes in resident health status

Has the knowledge and ability to define learning needs in conjunction with the Recreation Therapy Manager on an ongoing basis.

Proficient in Microsoft Office

Skills and Capabilities:

Able to organize and complete program planning according to timelines

Provides safe and competent care within her/his scope of practice as defined by this position

description.

Demonstrates appropriate verbal and non-verbal communication and reporting skills.

Ability to work independently with minimal supervision

Handle stressful situations in a professional manner.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

The performance of the job requires a frequent amount of standing, moderate amount of lifting, carrying supplies, walking.

The incumbent's work environment is typically at work sites within residential settings, and will require working under the following disagreeable conditions:

Dealing with angry and abusive people

Verbal abuse

Exposure to bodily fluids, bodily waste

Exposure to drugs, alcohol and solvents

Physical attacks by others

Exposure to infectious diseases

Sharp objects (i.e. needle sticks, knives and weapons)

Other dangerous situations

Universal precautions

Immunization for Hepatitis B

Vaccination against Tuberculosis

This is a Casual position with no fixed working schedule.

Compensation:

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.

The Salvation Army will provide reasonable accommodation upon request. Please email Recruitment.Accommodations@salvationarmy.ca if you have a need for any accommodation and we will be pleased to discuss this with you.