Job Description

Your Opportunity:
Willow Square is seeking a compassionate and skilled Recreation Therapist to join our Adult Day Program team, supporting older adults and individuals with cognitive or physical challenges. This active, hands-on role involves designing and leading therapeutic activities that foster social connection, physical wellness, and emotional well-being. Strong creativity, communication, and organizational skills are essential for developing engaging, person-centered programming. The therapist will also collaborate closely with home care staff to ensure continuity of care. Responsibilities include facilitating group and individual activities, coordinating with interdisciplinary teams, documenting participant progress, and performing lifting and movement as part of daily duties. We are looking for a passionate individual who is looking to make a meaningful impact through therapeutic recreation. Located within Fort McMurray which resides on Treaty 8 territory, and the lands of the Metis. Respecting the historical impacts of colonization, acknowledging traditional Indigenous beliefs and cultures, this position works towards the support of Indigenous peoples on these lands. Creating a safe space for all individuals. Fort McMurray is a family-oriented, friendly, and welcoming multicultural community. The city offers social, arts, sports, recreational and cultural opportunities for all ages. Discover Canada's boreal forest, four provincial parks, and nearby lakes and rivers to support your active lifestyle. In addition to a competitive rate of pay, AHS currently has a Fort McMurray Northern Living Allowance in place to an annual maximum of $12,480. This allowance is non-pensionable and is payable on an hourly basis for all hours paid at the basic rate of pay.
Description:
As a Recreation Therapist I, you will be working collaboratively within an interdisciplinary team, providing comprehensive services for patients (clients, residents) within your assigned program or service area. You will ensure the level of therapeutic recreation practice is evidence based, patient-and family-centred, and in accordance with policies, procedures and standards of practice. You will complete assessment, treatment, education and management of clients treatment progress and provide clinical support and consultation. You will collaborate and communicate with the health care team and participate in patient rounds, family conferences and meetings as related to the client and family.

Classification:

Recreation Therapist I

Union:

HSAA Facility PROF/TECH

Unit and Program:

Adult Day Program - Recreation Therapy

Primary Location:

Willow Square Continuing Care

Location Details:

As Per Location

Multi-Site:

Not Applicable

FTE:

1.00

Posting End Date:

17-NOV-2025

Temporary Employee Class:

Temp F/T Benefits

Date Available:

27-NOV-2025

Temporary End Date:

08-OCT-2026

Hours per Shift:

7.75

Length of Shift in weeks:

2

Shifts per cycle:

10

Shift Pattern:

Days, Evenings

Days Off:

As Per Rotation

Minimum Salary:

$37.35

Maximum Salary:

$49.73

Vehicle Requirement:

Not Applicable

Required Qualifications:

Completion of bachelor's degree in Recreation Therapy, Therapeutic Recreation or Recreation and Leisure Studies. Active or eligible registration with Alberta Therapeutic Recreation Association (ATRA).

Additional Required Qualifications:

Your certificate for Basic Cardiac Life Support for Healthcare Providers level C (BCLS-HCP), will be required.

Preferred Qualifications:

At least 1 year in the last 5 years of working within a similar type setting as a Recreational Therapist leading and planning individual and group recreation activities. Current Non-Violent Crisis Intervention (NVCI) certification.