Recreation Therapist

healthscie • Sudbury, ON

4d • CA$36 - CA$41 • Onsite

About The Position

This full-time, temporary position (August 2026 - February 2028) involves assessing patient recreation and leisure needs, developing treatment plans and programs, and providing therapeutic interventions. The role supports the Chronic Disease Self-Management and Integrated Chronic Pain programs, as well as the Outpatient Neurological Rehabilitation Program. The Recreation Therapist will report to the Clinical Manager of various rehabilitation programs.

Requirements

• Minimum of a two (2) year Diploma in Therapeutic Recreation, from an accredited college.
• Ministry of Labour “Worker Health and Safety Awareness in 4 Steps” training certificate is required.
• Minimum of two (2) years’ experience working in a related clinical department within a health care environment.
• Demonstrated knowledge of Community Agencies, Ministry of Health and Long Term Care (MoHLTC), and other health and social services and rehabilitation resources.
• Demonstrated knowledge of Medical Terminology.
• Demonstrated excellent judgment and proven analytical skills.
• Demonstrated ability to mentor therapy assistants.
• Demonstrated ability to provide education to people living with a chronic condition.
• Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of the Ontario Hospital Association (OHA)/Ontario Medical Association’s (OMA) Communicable Disease Surveillance Protocols.
• Demonstrated training, experience or utilization of quality improvement methodology for process improvement.
• Demonstrated ability to independently identify issues, plan improvements, measure success and continue improvement.
• Demonstrated excellent computer skills with proficiency in Microsoft Office software (e.g. Word, Excel, Power Point and Outlook) and patient information systems.
• Demonstrated superior interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Demonstrated ability to manage routine correspondence, multiple tasks/projects, diversified workload and rapidly changing priorities and challenging deadlines.
• Demonstrated discretion and maturity when handling confidential information.
• Demonstrated commitment to the safety of co-workers and patients.
• Successful Vulnerable Sector Check is required.
• Demonstrated ability to work flexible hours as required.
• Valid driver’s license with access to reliable vehicle.
• Willingness to travel occasionally within Northern Ontario.
• Ability to use tact and discretion in dealing with health care providers and patients.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively as a member of an interdisciplinary team.
• Demonstrated ability to perform with minimal supervision; to prioritize duties.
• Demonstrated commitment to ongoing professional development.
• Demonstrated professionalism in dealing with confidential and sensitive issues.
• Demonstrated positive work record and good attendance record.
• Ability to meet the physical and sensory demands of the job.
• Ability to travel between local sites.

Nice To Haves

• Current Certificate of Registration with the Therapeutic Recreation of Ontario (TRO) is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assess patient’s recreation and leisure needs.
• Develop treatment plans and programs to meet patient needs, interests, and therapy objectives.
• Provide therapeutic programs and interventions.
• Prepare and deliver education to people living with a chronic condition.
• Observe, analyze, and record patients' participation, reactions, and progress during treatment sessions, modifying programs as required.
• Encourage clients with special needs to acquire new skills and engage in health-promoting leisure activities.
• Evaluate patient care and satisfaction on an ongoing basis and formulate solutions for improvement.
• Determine and align improvement projects with HSN’s Strategic Plan, monitoring and adjusting to achieve goal outcomes.
• Participate in education and training specific to current, relevant federal and provincial health and safety legislation, standards, and guidelines.
• Contribute to learner development by providing academic support, mentorship, preceptorship, and supervision as required.
• Educate and promote health, safety, and wellness in the workplace.
• Represent the department or program on various committees and in meetings as required.
• Perform other duties as required.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree