Recreation Therapist

At West Coast Seniors Housing Management, we see our communities as a family and we are equally committed to our residents and our staff. We provide an engaging work environment and treat each other with respect and dignity. We invest in the growth and development of our teams to actively participate in the creation of memories and moments that matter to our residents.

The Recreation Therapist reports to the Therapeutic Recreation Manager/ Recreation Manager or designate. This role assesses, develops and implements person-centered therapeutic recreation programs to meet the holistic needs and interests of persons served, collaborating with a variety of teams within the community to provide goal-oriented outcomes.

• Be an engaged collaborative team player, developing and maintaining professional relationships that support and strengthen the organizational culture and purpose.
• Perform assessments of resident leisure functioning, strengths, and limitations upon admission and as required.
• Develop and implement recreation and leisure programs for individuals and groups according to practice-based evidence and current trends.
• Support the completion of monthly calendars to reflect all domains and function levels to reflect residents’ needs, interests, and abilities.
• Assist and evaluate programs or protocols as required to meet person-centered goals, needs, and operational requirements.
• Assist with admission and orientation of new residents and tenants.
• Report and document resident progress, function, and program participation.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, residents, and families to prepare for pre/post resident care conferences, attending as required.
• Provide quarterly and annual assessments based on standards of practice and requirements of MDS-RAI and care planning timeframes.
• Motivate and encourage resident participation through initiatives such as Resident Council to ensure resident needs and rights are being maintained and heard.
• Assist with student and volunteer placements, orientation, and evaluation when required.
• Actively participate in orientation of new staff, community programs, meetings, committees, and educational in-services.
• Maintain a safe environment for residents, families, and staff through accident prevention, knowledge of emergency procedures and regulations, the safe use of supplies and equipment, reporting when repairs are necessary, and utilizing infection control procedures.
• Develop and maintain relationships and promote Recreation Therapy with external partnerships and agencies to enhance resident programming.
• Perform other related duties as required.

• A two-year Recreation or equivalent Diploma.
• Two years of related experience in a Long-Term Care setting preferred.
• Experience programming for Alzheimer Disease and related Dementias is an asset.
• Member or eligibility for British Columbia Therapeutic Recreation Association (BCTRA).
• Valid First Aid Level 1 Certificate with CPR required.
• Serving It Right Certificate.
• Food Safe Level 1 Certificate an asset.
• Valid Class 4 (Unrestricted) BC Driver’s License as required.
• All successful applicants must pass the vulnerable sector Criminal Record Check applicable to Provincial guidelines.
• Ability to push, pull, stoop, crouch, lift, and carry up to 50 lbs. Must be able to work with cleaners, detergents, and other cleaning equipment.
• Ability to read, write, and speak English proficiently and understand verbal and written instructions.
• Good interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Intermediate computer skills including Word, Publisher, and Outlook.

West Coast Seniors Housing Management is an equal opportunity employer.