Recreation Therapist - Bachelors - #195432

Island Health


Date: 12 hours ago
City: Duncan, BC
Contract type: Full time
Job Description

In accordance with the Vision, Purpose, and Values, and strategic direction of the Vancouver Island Health Authority (Island Health) patient and staff safety is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone; as such, the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position.

Reports to the Manager or designate, assesses, develops and implements individual and group treatment programs to ensure optimum patient/resident care for assigned caseload. Coordinates patient and resident treatment programs with referring physician(s) and other medical professionals. Transports patients and residents between the hospital and other locations by operating a hospital van as required.

QUALIFICATIONS:Education, Training And Experience

Bachelor's degree in Therapeutic Recreation plus one year of recent related experience. Eligible for membership with the British Columbia Therapeutic Recreation Association. Valid Class 4 vehicle licence.

Skills And Abilities

  • Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
  • Demonstrated planning and instructional skills.
  • Ability to organize individual patient/resident treatment programs.
  • Ability to work cooperatively with other professional disciplines as part of a team.
  • Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position.
  • Demonstrated ability to safely drive a passenger van and a wheelchair access transport van.

Link To Full Job Description

https://jd.viha.ca/JD4830.pdf

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