Job Description
Northwood is currently accepting applications for a Term, Full-Time Recreation Therapy Programmer at Bedford.Qualifications:Degree or diploma in Therapeutic RecreationMinimum of one year of experience in the delivery of recreation therapy programs within a long term care environment.Demonstrated skills in the assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of Recreation Therapy Programs and servicesExcellent communication skillsDemonstrated organizational skills.Demonstrated ability to attend work on a regular and consistent basis according to Northwoods corporate standardResponsibilities:Facilitates and participates in the implementation of recreational therapy programs that are based on the needs, interests, and capabilities of residentsPlans, implements, and evaluates recreational and leisure activitiesTrains and supervises volunteers; Builds and maintains professional volunteer relationshipsDevelops and maintains working relationships with residents, families, staff members, and community partnersUnderstands and works within the Recreation Therapy service delivery model and department goals and objectives outlined in the Comprehensive Program Plan documentParticipates in the care planning processCompletes daily administrative tasks (e.g., writes and responds to emails, participates in interprofessional meetings, tracks program attendance)Manages and supervises student learning (grade school, college, and university)Assesses and manages assigned resident caseloadManages the daily operations of recreational facilitiesOrganizes researches and collaborates with the Recreational Therapy team to develop the monthly calendarHours: 80 hours bi-weekly (8-12 hour shifts) - Days/EveningsEffective: Immediately; Term ending Feb 1, 2025If this exciting opportunity interests you please click "Apply" now.To learn more about Northwood please visit our website www.northwood.careNorthwood is proud to be an inclusive employer that encourages diverse applicants. We thank all applicants however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.Job Types: Full-time, TermSchedule:12 hour shift8 hour shiftDay shiftEvening shiftAbility to commute/relocate:Bedford, NS: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)