Job Description

If you're passionate about being a part of a team that is, committed to the Team Member Experience and driven by innovation and growth, then join us!



The Recreation Therapist is a critical role within our communities as it impacts the lives of residents and ignites the warmth of human connection.



As a Recreation Therapist, your typical day will be impacted in the following ways:


Engage residents through conversation to identify recreation wants, needs, and abilities. Assessment and research in order to develop a recreation plan. Implement and coordinate programs, including transportation. Monitor and support recreation team and/or volunteers in delivery of programs. Measure and evaluate success of program, redesign as needed. Recruit, orientate, schedule and monitor volunteers. Coordinate church services, entertainment, and special events. Purchase recreation supplies as needed within the recreation budget. Coordinate transportation schedule and drivers' schedule for offsite activities, use company vehicle for transportation as needed. Coordinate a yearly schedule of special events, lead decorating for special events. Prepare monthly recreation reports as required. Write and publish monthly newsletter and calendar of events, gathering feedback from residents. Provide training for recreation team and/or volunteers. Oversee the maintenance of recreation equipment and report any concerns. Develop and implement volunteer appreciation program. Operate in compliance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act, as well as the Alberta Health Services Continuing Care Act. Uphold the confidentiality of the Community by safeguarding resident, client, and organizational information, including but not limited to accountability of all care partners. Any breach of confidentiality is a serious matter and may result in disciplinary action, up to and including termination. Other duties as assigned to support operational requirements.

Must haves:


Experience in a residential care setting is preferred. Completion of Therapeutic Recreation program (degree or diploma). Recreation Therapist degree. A post-secondary diploma or degree in recreation and leisure studies, therapeutic recreation, kinesiology, gerontology or other related field from an indigenous Institute, private career college, college of applied arts and technology, another degree granting Institution or equivalent work experience working with seniors. Registered with provincial Therapeutic Recreation association and in good standing. Valid provincial class 4 driver's license required. Completion of CPR and First Aid is an asset. Exceptional interpersonal skills with peers, residents, visitors and operational partners. Superior organizational skills with the ability to handle multi-resident requests. Superior oral and written communication skills and the ability to engage residents in meaningful social and leisure activities. Demonstrate the ability to prioritize and problem solve. Knowledge of activity planning and coordination for diverse resident needs. Clear Drivers Abstract. Clear Police Information Check. Clear Vulnerable Sector Check. Knowledge of Person-Centered Philosophy and its principles (an asset). Computer proficiency. Experience in working with seniors, including an understanding of motivation concepts with seniors. Understanding of leisure principles. Valid driver's license. (Class F, or provincial equivalent, if you need to drive a bus).

Act upon your desire to help others and join Sienna Senior Living as we continue to enhance the lives of those we serve.



Sienna Senior Living is committed to employment equity, diversity, and inclusion in the workplace. In accordance with provincial regulations, upon request, support will be provided for accommodations throughout the recruitment, selection, and assessment process.