Job Description

Ontario Shores Centre for Mental Health Sciences is seeking a Recreation Therapist. As a Recreation Therapist, you will

provide specialized care to patients with complex mental illnesses by using a recovery focused model of care, built upon

compassion, inspiration and hope. The Recreation Therapist will assess, develop, implement and evaluate individualized and

group therapeutic recreation programs as well as providing functional and strength based social skill programs, which support

and encourage the treatment, rehabilitation and recovery programming for a Forensic population. The Therapeutic

Recreationist is knowledgeable of the Forensic population and contributes to the patient's Plan of Care working as an integral

part of the interdisciplinary team.



The position being recruited for is within the Forensics Program, which consists of a Secure Forensic Service, which consists

of 3 units providing assessment, treatment and rehabilitation services for patients who are ordered by the courts or the Ontario

Review Board (ORB) and who require accommodation at a higher security level. The Forensic Rehabilitation Unit also serves

both forensic and non-forensic clients. The General Forensic Service, which consists of 3 units providing assessment, treatment

and rehabilitation services for patients who are ordered by courts or Ontario Review Board (ORB) and who require

accommodation at a lower security level. The Forensic Outpatient Service provides assessment, treatment and rehabilitation

services for patients who are ordered by the courts or the Ontario Review Board (ORB) who reside in the community.

Please Note: Although the posted vacancy is for the Forensic Rehabilitation Unit (FRU) of the Secure Forensic Service, all

Recreation Therapists must have the ability to work in any area of Ontario Shores Centre for Mental Health Sciences as patient

needs dictate. Please also note that FRU contains a PICA where staff will be required to work and cover as well.

Qualifications Required and Preferred

Degree or diploma in Therapeutic Recreation and 2 years related experience is required Knowledge of current therapeutic recreation practices, theories, methodologies Current TRO membership required and eligible registration with TRO is preferred Knowledgeable of recovery and mental illness including treatment practices Ability to implement appropriate treatment, leisure education and participation programs Skills in therapeutic recreation assessment and program design Experience in a mental health setting (preference given to individual with DD knowledge/experience) Excellent

communication and interpersonal skills, computer skills, liaise with community agencies

Ability to maintain regular attendance and perform physical demands of the position. Applicants are required to have a valid driver's license and CPR Level HCP (Health Care Provider) certification.

1 Vacancy Available



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Job Posting Closing: September 22, 2025 at midnight. Please note any job applications after the closing date will not be considered.