Recreation Therapist I

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The Medicine Hat & Area - Stroke and Brain Injury Support Team (ESD) provides early supportive discharge to clients following hospitalization for stroke and/or brain injury. Collaborative plans are created with each client along with a team of rehabilitation professionals from various disciplines (occupational therapy, physical therapy, speech-language pathology, social work, recreation therapy and nursing). Plans are transdisciplinary in nature and supported by Therapy Assistants and clinical staff. This team travels up to one hour one-way to client’s homes so staff are required to have a vehicle available for business purposes and to use our fleet vehicle as well. This position also supports the Home Rehabilitation Team in our community - similar to the ESD team but for clients with other diagnoses requiring supported discharge and ongoing rehabilitation in their homes. If you are a team-based player with strong therapeutic recreation assessment and treatment planning skills who has a passion for client advocacy and thinking outside the realm of possibilities for your clients, this job is for you! The beautiful community of Medicine Hat is located in the sunny southeast corner of Alberta - only a few hours from both Calgary and Lethbridge but also only a couple of hours north of the USA. The community appeals to all interests as it offers arts and culture, sports and music entertainment, a shopping mall and endless outdoor activities to enjoy in the summer and winter months. Medicine Hat has all the amenities of a larger city without the hustle and bustle that is present in Calgary/Edmonton. If you are interested in working with a vibrant and innovative team, this may be the job for you!

Description:

As a Recreation Therapist I, you will be working collaboratively within an interdisciplinary team, providing comprehensive services for patients (clients, residents) within your assigned program or service area. You will ensure the level of therapeutic recreation practice is evidence based, patient-and family-centred, and in accordance with policies, procedures and standards of practice. You will complete assessment, treatment, education and management of clients¿ treatment progress and provide clinical support and consultation. You will collaborate and communicate with the health care team and participate in patient rounds, family conferences and meetings as related to the client and family.

Classification:Recreation Therapist IUnion:HSAA Facility PROF/TECHUnit and Program:Stroke and Brain Injury Early Supported Discharge Team & Home Rehabilitation TeamPrimary Location:Medicine Hat Regional HospitalLocation Details:As Per LocationMulti-Site:Not ApplicableFTE: 0.70Posting End Date:08-FEB-2024Employee Class:Regular Part TimeDate Available:19-FEB-2024Hours per Shift:6.78Length of Shift in weeks:2Shifts per cycle:8Shift Pattern:DaysDays Off:Saturday/SundayMinimum Salary: $37.35Maximum Salary: $49.73Vehicle Requirement:Driver’s License, Vehicle Required

Required Qualifications:

Completion of bachelor’s degree in Recreation Therapy, Therapeutic Recreation or Recreation and Leisure Studies. Active or eligible registration with Alberta Therapeutic Recreation Association (ATRA).

Additional Required Qualifications:

3-5 years’ experience in a Recreation Therapy position in the community (including demonstrated knowledge & competency in therapeutic recreation professional standards of practice, best available evidence/research, assessments, client-centered treatment planning, outcome identification, interdisciplinary collaboration and documentation). Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS). Fitness Alberta certification; Foundations in Physical Activity & Exercise and Fitness for the Older Adult. Valid Heart & Stroke Foundation: Basic Life Support certificate. Valid class 5 driver’s license and access to a reliable vehicle to provide therapy to clients in their homes.

Preferred Qualifications:

Previous experience with clients post-stroke and/or brain injury would be considered an asset.