Recreation Therapist

Intercare•Calgary, AB

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Intercare is an accredited, Alberta-based company providing health and life enrichment services in continuing care centers since 1992. Our mission is to maintain dignity, offer choice, and support growth to those we serve. Proudly known as The Heart of Excellence, we are committed to delivering high-quality continuing care with compassion and respect. At Intercare, we deeply value our employees whose dedication drives our success. We are equally committed to providing a safe, healthy, and rewarding work environment. Join our team and make a meaningful difference! This position is for a Recreation Therapist at Southwood Care Centre, a permanent part-time role (0.7 FTE) with hours from 8 am - 4 pm.

Requirements

Post-secondary education in Recreational Therapy from an Accredited School is required.
Minimum of two years’ work experience relevant to Continuing Care Services is required.
Ability to read, write, and comprehend the English language.
Mentally and physically able to perform duties as outlined.
Demonstrates effective communication, problem solving and organizational skills.
Ability to function as an effective team member with other Staff, Residents, Families and the Public.
Demonstrates concern and interest

Nice To Haves

Preference given to applicants with work experience related to cognitively impaired persons and their families.

Responsibilities

Ensure the implementation and monitoring of specific activities and programs to support continual quality improvement, risk management, and occupational health and safety within the department.
Assist in the preparation and review of departmental budgets and ensure operations remain within available material and human resources.
Recommend and implement changes to improve departmental efficiency and effectiveness.
Participate in evaluating services provided by the Therapeutic Services Department.
Responsible for the provision of individual and group recreation programs based on the assessed needs of the current resident population.
Works with the Interdisciplinary Therapeutic Services team to develop meaningful site-wide programs.
Programs may include, but are not limited to the following: Re-motivation therapy, Reminiscing therapy, Social communication, Music therapy, Validation therapy, Sensory/cognitive stimulation, Reality orientation, Other therapeutic programs.
Adhere to professional standards of practice.
Complete InterRAI MDS assessment elements as appropriate for the discipline.
Participate in the review of triggered CAPS and the development of resident care plans consistent with the Collaborative Care Model.
Ensure staff for whom there is direct responsibility receive written performance appraisals as per corporate policy and collective agreements.
Participate in the review of position descriptions at a minimum of every three years and whenever necessary to reflect their role and the role of the staff they supervise.
Ensure departmental adherence to and understanding of collective agreements, in consultation with the Clinical Team Leader/Director of Care.
Assist in the development of departmental and corporate goals, objectives, policies, and procedures, as required.
Serve as a mentor and facilitator to individuals within the department, directing them toward independent practice and decision‑making within a teamwork framework.
Ensure the provision of an environment supportive of the advancement of knowledge and the integration of that knowledge into practice to promote quality service delivery.
Documents care, programs, and interactions as required on the Resident’s health care record.
Maintains an awareness of community resource/services and facilitates access to such services, as required by site residents.
Liaise with educational facilities and act as a preceptor to provide opportunities for approved student placements.
Facilitate student placements as appropriate.
Participate in the orientation of new staff, as required.
Maintains equipment and supply inventory.
Responsible for ensuring recreational supplies and equipment are maintained in safe working condition.
Facilitates repairs as required.
Demonstrates respect to all customers, by working with them in a calm, courteous manner.
Accepts responsibility for the performance results of their work teams and works in partnership with individuals and groups of employees (teams) to improve services for our customers.
Participate in project teams, committees, and meetings, as required.
Perform all duties in accordance with the written policies and procedures of the Corporation, the facility, and the Therapeutic Services Department.
Accept responsibility for one’s own performance and actively seek learning opportunities to meet or exceed performance expectations.
Keeps current on issues, practices and new trends related to geriatrics and the practice of recreation therapy.
Participates in self‑assessment of educational needs.
Understand and adhere to all organizational health and safety responsibilities as outlined in the corporate Health and Safety policy.
Performs all duties in a safe and efficient manner and maintains the work area in a clean, orderly and safe condition.
Reports unsafe, hazardous working conditions and/or any equipment malfunctions to the appropriate person/department.
Participate in required health and safety training and initiatives to maintain compliance and promote workplace safety.
Understand and adheres to fire responsibilities as outlined in the Corporate Fire Response Manual.
Perform other duties as assigned.