Recreation Therapy Worker Jobs

We are presently seeking new team members to join our Recreation Therapy Department at Coquihalla Gillis House in Merritt, BC.
Working within a client centered model, the Recreation Therapy Worker works as a member of the interdisciplinary team and is responsible for the implementation and evaluation of an established Recreation Therapy Program.
As the Recreation Therapy Worker you will be primarily working with geriatric residents and short stay clients. This position assists in getting residents to/from their programs and carries out established leisure/recreation therapy programs. Staff go on outings with the residents and facilitate groups specific to the needs of the residents (i.e. social, physical, spiritual, etc.) including one-to-one programs. The Recreation Therapy Worker also reports relevant observations of resident progress and behavior to the Supervisor/Recreation Therapist and provides suggestions for changes or modifications to the existing programs.
Coquihalla Gillis House, located in Merritt, embodies a client-centered philosophy designed to support client’ choices, help people function at their highest level, and provide the best quality of life possible.
Casual employment means work requirements can vary between Zero and 37.5 hours per week. Shifts may be available Days or Evenings, with shift times of 07:30 to 15:30, 08:00 to 16:00, or 12:00 to 20:00. Once hired into a casual role, employees are eligible to apply for internal postings including permanent part time or full time positions. There are many opportunities with Interior Health that begin with casual on-call positions and lead to regular employment.
Apply today to join a great team!