Recreation Therapist (Bachelor's)

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Description JOB SUMMARY: Within the context of a dynamic patient/client/resident and family-centred care model, and in accordance with established standards of professional practice, and the vision and values of the organization, works in a team-based environment and provides therapeutic recreation/leisure interventions to designated patient/clients/residents. Participates as a member of an integrated collaborative health care team by assessing the patient’s/client’s/resident’s recreation and leisure needs, abilities and interests, maintaining a variety of records, planning and implementing therapeutic recreation care plans, evaluating the effectiveness of the intervention and communicating with the patient/client/resident/family and health care team members. Contributes to the organization and delivery of Recreation Therapy services and participates in designated quality assurance initiatives, meetings, research and education, as required. QUALIFICATIONS: Education & Experience Baccalaureate in Therapeutic Recreation or Leisure Studies from an accredited university. Eligible for certification and CTRS credential with National Council for Therapeutic Recreation Certification (NCTRC...