Job opportunity
Recreation Therapist in Grande Prairie
Alberta Health Services
Enhance community engagement with Alberta Health Services as a Recreation Therapist I in Grande Prairie. Support clients recovering from stroke through therapeutic recreation interventions primarily in home settings.
In this part-time role, you will work within the Stroke Early Supported Discharge Program under the supervision of a Clinical Coordinator. Your responsibilities include assessing, planning, and implementing interventions that focus on restoring leisure activities and promoting a higher quality of life for clients. Coordination with families and other healthcare professionals is crucial for developing individualized care plans.
Key Responsibilities:
• Assess and evaluate clients' therapeutic needs
• Plan and implement recreation interventions
• Educate clients and families about resources
• Collaborate with healthcare teams during care planning
• Complete necessary documentation for patient progress
Requirements:
• Bachelor's degree in Recreation Therapy or related field
• Registration with Alberta Therapeutic Recreation Association
• Exceptional communication skills for interdisciplinary collaboration
• A valid Driver's License and access to a vehicle
• Previous experience in therapeutic recreation is an asset
Become a vital part of enhancing patient quality of life with evidence-based therapeutic practices in Grande Prairie.
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Apply on source site In this part-time role, you will work within the Stroke Early Supported Discharge Program under the supervision of a Clinical Coordinator. Your responsibilities include assessing, planning, and implementing interventions that focus on restoring leisure activities and promoting a higher quality of life for clients. Coordination with families and other healthcare professionals is crucial for developing individualized care plans.
Key Responsibilities:
• Assess and evaluate clients' therapeutic needs
• Plan and implement recreation interventions
• Educate clients and families about resources
• Collaborate with healthcare teams during care planning
• Complete necessary documentation for patient progress
Requirements:
• Bachelor's degree in Recreation Therapy or related field
• Registration with Alberta Therapeutic Recreation Association
• Exceptional communication skills for interdisciplinary collaboration
• A valid Driver's License and access to a vehicle
• Previous experience in therapeutic recreation is an asset
Become a vital part of enhancing patient quality of life with evidence-based therapeutic practices in Grande Prairie.
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