Recreation Therapist I

**FACILITY:** Bashaw Meadows DSL, Wetaskiwin Meadows DSL, Eckville DSL **DEPARTMENT:** Clinical Support **TITLE:** Recreation Therapist I **STATUS:** 0.7 FTE- Permanent **POSITION SUMMARY**: As a Recreation Therapist I, you will provide clinical leadership in developing recreation and leisure activities designed to enhance the quality of life for clients with cognitive and physical impairments. You will provide clinical support with program development to ensure safe and effective delivery for the clients. You will have the knowledge to complete assessments and develop treatment plans based on the client’s individual needs. You will collaborate and communicate with the interdisciplinary health team to ensure safe and effective client care. The therapist will be responsible for the coordination of Volunteers as a resource/supplement to the program. **QUALIFICATIONS:** * Completion of degree or diploma in Recreation Therapy, in compliance with the Alberta Therapeutic Recreation Association professional standards; Professional membership in Alberta Therapeutic Recreation Association * Experience working in Recreation Therapy program development and delivery, experience with Clinical Recreation Assessments considered an asset * Experience working with geriatric clients preferred * First Aid/CPR, Food Safe Training and Valid Class 5 Driver’s License required * PIECES training an asset **REQUIREMENTS:** • Be familiar with and responsible for the required competencies and standards of practise, ethics, and legislation outlined by the Alberta Therapeutic Recreation Association * Plan, coordinate, and facilitate a variety of group activities * Maintain proper standards, ethics and communication at all times while following Policy and Procedure * Participate in professional development opportunities, Clinical Support meetings and other meetings as appropriate **SHIFT INFORMATION** **Mandatory LAPP membership for permanent Part-time and Full-time employees that work a 0.7 FTE or greater (see policy FS 03-04)** **Hours per shift:** 6 & 7 hrs **Shift pattern:** Days **Shifts per Cycle:** **Commencement Date:** When a suitable candidate is found **Int:** RT1\_HLTH BSHW/WTMD/E **PAY RANGE:** As per collective agreement ***DATE POSTED:*** November 10, 2026 ***CLOSING DATE:*** November 18, 2026 or when a suitable candidate is found. Must be 18yrs of age or older to apply for this position, please email your resume to resumes@bethanygrp.ca The competition number must be listed in the subject line to be considered for this position.