Job Description

Location: Lakefield, ON

Must be available for afternoon sessions on weekdays or weekends

A 2 hour session can pay $28.25/hr. (including the documentation bonus and $7.50 travel fee that is paid per session)

TR must have care and insurance coverage to take clients for outing in car (we can help with additional auto insurance coverage fee)

Must be double vaccinated for Covid-19

Jackson Therapeutic Recreation is cutting edge agency offering TR services on a one-to-one basis. This is a unique and rewarding opportunity to help people in the community live meaningful lives through recreation and leisure activities. Our work schedules are flexible and can be tailored to meet your needs. All employees receive complimentary access to our JTR Online Learning Centre, a library of e-courses and resources. The successful candidate must be able to work independently, have excellent communication skills, establish relationships quickly and have a passion for the field of Therapeutic Recreation. For more information on working with us please visit our website at https://www.jacksontr.com/

Responsibilities:

Provide Interventions

Fulfill the regular role and duties of long term care recreation staff, facilitating recreation interventions for residents living with cognitive impairments, mental health issues and physical disabilities No toileting, dressing or feeding will be required

Documentation

Comply with documentation requirements of the care home

Customer Service

Develop a positive professional working relationship with facility staff and client family members Provide all client services in a timely and professional manner

Minimum Qualifications:

A diploma/degree in Recreation and Leisure Studies/Therapeutic Recreation or similar 1-2 years documented experience working in a long term care setting

Desired Certifications

GPA (Gentle Persuasive Approach) CPI (Non-Violent Crisis Intervention) Montessori CPR/First Aid

Additional requirements

Regular access to email / internet Current Vulnerable Sector Police Clearance certificate, TB test, and COVID-19 test Covid Vaccination is required
Please respond with resume and references. If you have applied in the past please feel free to apply again.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: Up to $28.25 per hour

Expected hours: 6 per week

Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Application question(s):

This position is PART TIME ONLY. Are you interested in only part time hours? (You must answer to be considered) Have you received both doses of the Covid-19 vaccine? (You must answer to be considered) Do you have a car and are able to take clients for outings in your car? This is a requirement to be considered for this opportunity. You will not be considered if you don't answer the question.
Experience:

long term care/ activation: 1 year (required)
Licence/Certification:

degree/diploma in Recreational Therapy/Activation/SSW-G (preferred)
Work Location: In person