Recreation Therapist I
Your Opportunity:
In addition to a competitive rate of pay, RA currently has a Remote Retention Allowance in place to an annual maximum of $3,000. This allowance is non-pensionable and is payable on an hourly basis for all hours paid at the basic rate of pay.
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 I
- Union: HSAA Prof/Tech
- Unit and Program: MITS, Child & Youth MH & Addiction - Nordic Court
- Primary Location: Grande Prairie Nordic Court
- Location Details: As Per Location
- Multi-Site: Not Applicable
- FTE: 1.00
- Posting End Date: 17-MAR-2026
- Temporary Employee Class: Temp F/T Benefits
- Date Available: 27-MAR-2026
- Temporary End Date: 17-DEC-2027
- Hours per Shift: 11.08
- Length of Shift in weeks: 4
- Shifts per cycle: 14
- Shift Pattern: Days, Evenings
- Days Off: As Per Rotation
- Minimum Salary: $39.62
- Maximum Salary: $52.76
- Vehicle Requirement: Driver's License, Vehicle Provided
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:As required.
Preferred Qualifications:As required.
