Recreation Therapist – Grand River Hospital

Title of the Job: Recreation Therapist

Location: Kitchener, ON

Job Description: Job Description:At Grand River Hospital we are building a world class health care system supporting healthier lives for the communities we serve. We value people above all else and the experiences of our patients and their families, our team members, and our partners are at the very top of our agenda.Through our values of CARE; TRUST AND BE TRUSTWORTHY; COURAGE TO START, HEART TO FINISH and WELCOME ONE TO WELCOME ALL we leverage the collective talents and strengths of our GRH team, our community, and our partners to innovate and accelerate the transformation of health care delivery.We currently have an opportunity for a temporary full-time Recreation Therapist. This position is anticipated to extend to April 2025.How Recreation Therapists support our teams at Grand River Hospital:Offering person-centred care, guided by recovery principles, the Recreation Therapist promotes healing and instills hope while demonstrating the values of the Mental Health and Addictions Program.As a member of an intraprofessional clinical team within the Specialized Mental Health Program, Recreation Therapists plan, implement, and evaluate recreation and leisure programs and services relative to the identified needs of people diagnosed with a severe and persistent mental illness.Recreation Therapists promote the development, maintenance and expression of an appropriate leisure lifestyle for the participants through assessment, leisure education and counselling, facilitation and program evaluationUtilizing functional intervention, leisure education and recreation participation in a holistic approach, Recreation Therapists support individuals with a severe and persistent mental illness as they acquire and/or maintain the skills, knowledge and behaviours that will allow them to reach their optimal level of functioning for recreation and leisure. The major functions of a Recreation Therapist are directly related to the adopted Therapeutic Recreation Ontario Standards of Practice and Code of Ethics (TRO).Contributes to ensuring there is a safe environment for patients, staff and visitors.At Grand River Hospital, the Recreation Therapist brings the following:

• Graduate of an accredited Recreation course at the college or university level, with a focus on, or specialty in, Therapeutic Recreation
• Eligible for registration with Therapeutic Recreation Ontario
• Member in good standing of Therapeutic Recreation Ontario before the hire date
• Strong knowledge of, and support for, recovery principles
• 2-5 years’ experience working with individuals diagnosed with severe and persistent mental illness
• BCLS
• Proven knowledge, skills & experience of working with patients with concurrent disorders i.e. mental illness & addictions
• Use of various recreation and leisure modalities such as adapted aquatics, music as therapy, art as therapy, horticulture as therapy, adapted sports, hobbies, computer, and leisure education
• Demonstrated knowledge and comfort with multidisciplinary team processes
• Proven ability for utilizing best practices in meeting the needs of individuals with severe and persistent mental illness
• Knowledge of formal and informal recreation and leisure services and resources (across WWLHIN) preferred
• Knowledge of the Mental Health Act and other relevant legislation
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Excellent communication skills (written and verbal)
• Ability to diffuse conflict and foster collaborative working relationships
• Excellent organizational skills
• Able to work independently
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite
• Access to transport & valid drivers license
• Adaptable, creative, innovative, and flexible
• Willingness and ability to continue to improve professional competence and knowledge
• Good attendance record

At Grand River Hospital we support our Team Members with:

• A thorough onboarding and orientation program
• Ongoing training and development opportunities
• Access to our Ongoing Education Fund
• Career mentorship
• Wellness programs

As part of our commitment to the health and safety of our patients, staff and community from COVID-19, subject to any accommodation required by applicable human rights legislation, Grand River Hospital requires that all staff have received all required doses of a COVID-19 vaccine approved by Health Canada.APPLICATIONS WILL BE RECEIVED UNTIL THE POSTING IS CLOSED.Please include a resume with your application in order to ensure that your qualifications are appropriately considered in the hiring process.Grand River Hospital is committed to fair and equitable employment and in our recruitment and selection practices. We strongly believe in inclusion and diversity within our organization, and welcome all applicants including, but not limited to: racialized communities, all religions and ethnicities, persons with disabilities, LGBTQ2S+ persons, Indigenous people, and all others who may contribute to the further diversification of our Hospital community. We are committed to providing and fostering a respectful workplace for all employees, free from violence and harassment. Grand River Hospital is a proud member of the Canadian Centre for Diversity and Inclusion (CCDI).Upon individual request, the hospital will endeavour to remove any barrier to the hiring process to accommodate candidates, including those with disabilities. Should any applicant require accommodation through the application, interview or selection processes, please contact Human Resources in advance for assistance.

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