Recreation Technician, Therapeutic Recreation Services
About The Position
Bruyère Health Saint-Louis Long-Term Care is a 198 bed Long-Term Care (LTC) home with convalescent care, peritoneal dialysis and respite programs situated in a quiet residential neighborhood on a picturesque setting on the edge of the Ottawa river. We are a designated francophone organization and are proud to serve clients in both official languages. We value our employees and their professional development. Employees can participate in training the next generation of students as preceptors and teachers within our Living Classroom, and participate in committees, research and innovation projects, dedicated to continuous improvement. Our systems are fully automated, and documentation is done through PointClickCare and PointOfCare. Working within our LTC programs at Bruyère Health offers you the chance to work for a large not-for-profit corporation within a compassionate and tight-knit community. It is an opportunity to get to know teammates, residents and families, build long-lasting relationships and to have a rewarding career caring for vulnerable residents who need and deserve your care.
Requirements
- Minimum of Two (2) year Community college diploma in recreation and leisure studies, therapeutic recreation, kinesiology, gerontology or a related field; or a combination of the appropriate skills, knowledge and experience deemed equivalent.
- Minimum of six (6) months of experience working in a long-term care environment, including those living with dementia.
- Experience with group animation.
- Smart Serve certified.
- Fluent in French and English (Candidates who do not meet this language requirement are eligible to apply for this position and may be considered if there are no other suitable applicants who meet this requirement).
Nice To Haves
- Registered member of Therapeutic Recreation Ontario.
- Valid Basic Life Support (BLS) Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) Level C certificate.
Responsibilities
- Plan, organize, and facilitate therapeutic and social activities to meet the recreation-related needs of the residents and plans and accompanies residents on group outings.
- Develop activity outlines for the Therapeutic Recreation Services Activities Manual when a new activity has been created and implemented.
Benefits
- Generous percentages in lieu of benefits and annual leave
- Defined benefit pension plan (when applicable)
- Wellness program and on-site gyms
- Employee perks program
- Mental health support through our Employee and Family Assistance Program
- Free parking and accessible by public transportation
- Surrounded by bike/walking paths and located near stores and the East end shopping center
- Comfortable lounge spaces with free WIFI
- Professional development and learning opportunities including annual full day face to face education sessions
- Career development with leadership opportunities or specialized roles
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
