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Title posted on CareerBeacon - Recreation Therapy Worker II
Posted on September 25, 2024 by Employer details NL Health Services
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Job Description Location: Carbonear - Private Josiah Squibb Memorial Pavilion Recreation Therapy Worker II (Repost)Long Term CareTemporary, Call-In Hours Based on the needs of the department undefined Salary CG-29 ($27.07 - $30.07 per hour) Competition Number 2022006992 Posted Date 21 December 2022 Closing Date Open Until Filled About Us Eastern Health is the largest, integrated health authority in Newfoundland and Labrador employing approximately 13,000 dedicated employees and serving a population of more than 300,000 people. The authority offers the full continuum of health and community services including public health, long-term care, community services, hospital care and unique provincial programs and services. At Eastern Health we pride ourselves on providing the highest quality care and service possible to the people in our communities, in our region, and in the province. To do that, we employ qualified, competent and caring individuals who are dedicated to their professions and to our vision of Healthy People, Healthy Communities. Job Summary The Recreation Therapy Worker II is responsible for providing Therapeutic Recreation Services for patients/clients/residents. The Recreation Therapy Worker will be a member of an interdisciplinary team and will complete/assist with leisure inventories; complete documentation of patient/client/resident participation and progress; participate in program planning; organize, implement, and evaluate recreation participation opportunities based on the needs, skills, abilities, and interests of patient/client/resident; assist and promote activities of daily living; and other duties as assigned. This position maintains accountability to the Regional Professional Practice Consultant Therapeutic Recreation for professional integrity and practice issues. Job Demands By applying for this job, you acknowledge an understanding that regular requirements and demands of this job include (but are not limited to):Constantly moves objects; occasionally lifts or transports equipment and supplies up to 25 lbs. and pushes or pulls equipment using light to medium forces for patient handling and portering to move clients over 50 lbs.Regularly stands, walks, and works in awkward, cramped positions. Regularly sits to work on the computer and occasionally drives clients to and from activities.Visual concentration is constantly required to ensure clients safety and supervise programming.Has time pressures and may not have control over the pace of work. Job Qualifications Graduation from an approved/recognized college with a two-year diploma in Therapeutic Recreation or Recreation with major course work in Therapeutic Recreation is required. Experience working as a Recreation Therapy Worker in a health care setting is an asset. Knowledge in the planning, organization and implementation of recreation, leisure, and social programs.Ability to be self-motivated.Demonstrated strong written and verbal communication skills.Ability to work with minimal supervision or within a team.Demonstrated ability to have a positive, respectful, and sensitive approach to the needs of the patients/clients/residents.A class IV driver's license to operate a passenger van/bus equal to or less then twenty-four passengers is required. A satisfactory driver's abstract is required. A satisfactory record of work performance is required.This is a reposted position. If you have already applied your application is on file for consideration.Open to external applicants. Apply online at https://employment.easternhealth.ca Upon successfully applying for a vacancy then you will receive a confirmation email. If you do not receive this email please contact Recruitment 777-7777 ext 5-2 immediately To become a part of our team, please submit your resume/cover letter or application form online, clearly demonstrating how you meet the required qualifications. Include your current mailing address, day-time contact number, e-mail address, competition an- LocationCarbonear, NL
- Workplace information On site
- Salary$27.07HOUR hourly
- Terms of employment Term or contractFull time
- Starts as soon as possible
- vacancies 1 vacancy
- Source CareerBeacon #1916346
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