Therapeutic Assistant - Mental Health & Addictions
Nova Scotia Health and IWK Health•Dartmouth, NS
•CA$25 - CA$29•Onsite
About The Position
Reporting to the Registered Nurse / LPN and working under the direction of a Recreation Therapist, the Therapeutic Assistant assists in the provision of health, health promotion and therapeutic services to patients. The Therapeutic Assistant will work cooperatively and collaboratively with the inter-disciplinary team in carrying out the individual's care plan and communicating patient specific information that will enhance the level of knowledge of the treatment team.
Requirements
- Grade 12 plus completion of year one from an accredited Therapeutic Recreation program which includes the Therapeutic Recreation Foundations Course
- Current CPR certification is required
Nice To Haves
- Current St. John Ambulance First Aid course preferred
- Current certification in Non Violent Crisis Intervention (NVCI) is an asset
- Strong leadership and interpersonal skills
- Knowledge of community resources
- Competencies in other languages preferred; French an asset
Responsibilities
- Assists in the provision of health, health promotion and therapeutic services to patients.
- Works cooperatively and collaboratively with the inter-disciplinary team in carrying out the individual's care plan.
- Communicates patient specific information that will enhance the level of knowledge of the treatment team.
Benefits
- $24.75 - $29.35 hourly
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
