Job Description

Start Date: January 13, 2025Location: Advantage Assist/Asura Health Head Office, West EdmontonHours: Temporary Part-Time, FTE 0.4 (3-month contract - starting January 13, 2025)Openings: 1We are currently seeking a Recreation Therapist to join our Advantage Assist team at our head office in West Edmonton. This is a temporary part-time position (15 hours biweekly).About usAdvantage Assist has been delivering exceptional management and care to Alberta's senior living communities for over 20 years. As a privately owned company, we focus on compassion, service, and quality to define excellence in seniors' living.We seek individuals passionate about engaging with older adults and committed to treating residents with respect and dignity. If you share our values and want to help seniors live fulfilling lives, we encourage you to apply.As a Recreation Therapist with Advantage Assist, you will:

• Provide guidance on best practices for recreation activities across our seniors living sites.
• Plan, develop, implement, and evaluate safe, person-centered recreation programs.
• Support residents and families by promoting independence, dignity, and well-being.
• Educate on the benefits of recreation and leisure for holistic health.
• Deliver care that respects resident choice, safety, and individual needs.
• Contribute to continuous quality improvement efforts.
• Maintain confidentiality and foster a secure environment.
• Travel periodically throughout Alberta to support our sites.

What we have to offer you:

• Competitive compensation
• Opportunities for professional growth
• You'll be working for a company that is passionate about what we do and dedicated to defining excellence in seniors care.

What you bring:

• Registered and in good standing with ATRA
• Experience working with Seniors would be an asset
• Minimum of 2 years post designation experience
• Dementia Care experience an asset
• Diploma/Degree in Recreation Studies or adapted Physical Education preferred
• CPR/BLS for healthcare provider required.
• Demonstrated skills in communication, teamwork, organization, and customer service.
• Demonstrated knowledge and commitment to person-centered care.
• Ability to problem solve through critical thinking.
• Enthusiastic attitude and energy to provide excellent care and service

Thank you for your interest in us! We will be in contact with those people selected for an interview only.We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment where every employee feels safe, valued, and respected. We recognize the talent, perspectives, and creativity that diversity brings, and we encourage applications from all, especially from marginalized and underrepresented groups. If you require accommodation at any stage of the application or interview process, please let us know.

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