University Health Network

University Health Network

Recreation Therapy Assistant

Toronto, ON, Canada · Internship

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About the role

  • Take an active role in contributing to the conceptualization, execution, and assessment of a diverse range of recreation programs and services.
  • Contribute to the recreation therapy intervention plan and actively report significant changes observed to Recreation Therapy team and appropriate stakeholders.
  • Participate as a member of the interprofessional team(s).

Responsibilities

  • Collaborate closely with our dedicated team to help design and develop engaging activities that cater to the unique preferences and needs of our clients.
  • In partnership with the Recreation Therapist, collaborate in the design of therapeutic recreation programs.
  • Implement recreation participation programs to meet patient interests.
  • Maintain Recreation Therapy records such as GRASP, MDS, recreation statistics, program descriptions and evaluations timely and accurately.
  • Consider program requirements such as facilities, budget, equipment, and supplies; purchase and maintain supplies as necessary

Requirements

  • book entertainment, complete patient meal forms and Stores order forms as required.
  • Participate in the orientation/mentorship of new staff and colleagues as required.
  • Ability to work in a manner that exemplifies the centre's core values and helps patients get their life back
  • 2 years recreation/activation experience with the adult population.
  • Ability to work effectively with all levels of staff and within an interprofessional team
  • Ability to be creative and resourceful
  • Prepare posters, employee expense forms, equipment set up requests, and Recreation Therapy calendar; book entertainment, complete patient meal forms and Stores order forms as required.
  • Minimum 1 - 2 years recreation/activation experience with the adult population.

Skills

  • Effective collaborative and team oriented skills
  • Effective interpersonal and communication skills both written and verbal
  • Computer skills with Microsoft word and outlook

Benefits

  • As Canada's top research hospital, the scope of biomedical research and complexity of cases at UHN have made it a national and international source for discovery, education and patient care.
  • UHN's vision is to build A Healthier World and it's only because of the talented and dedicated people who work here that we are continually bringing that vision closer to reality.
  • Identify continuous learning opportunities that support skill and knowledge development related to the position.

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