This UNIFOR position, under the direct supervision of the Adult Day Program Coordinator, the Recreation Therapist is responsible to provide meaningful and innovated recreation programs that meet the diverse social, physical, spiritual, cognitive needs of the clients under the supervision of the Adult Day Program Coordinator. These activities will assist in maximizing and maintaining the client’s optimum level of functioning.
MAJOR TASKS:
Responsible for developing and implementing a variety of social and therapeutic programs as follows:
- communicates with client, family and co-workers to establish an individual plan of care;
- observes clients' responses to programs, assessing abilities and progress, intervening in situations when necessary;
- engages clients in activities which correspond to identified needs and interests.
- in cooperation with the clients, develops a monthly activity calendar;
- ensures that program/activity supplies and resources are available;
- liaises with family and/or caregivers as required;
- modifies the environment to make it conducive to physical, emotional and social stimulation while maintaining client safety;
- acts as a resource person to volunteers and instructs when necessary; and
- escorts clients to and from program in Program van.
Responsible for establishing and maintaining program records such as:
- monitors program participation and attendance by completing daily attendance log;
- ensures that each client has a service plan and a personal file;
- daily vehicle inspection and logs; and
- maintains program records to monitor participation and program effectiveness.
Promotes the Adult Day Program through a public relations role including:
- actively promotes program to clients, families and the community at large; and
- includes media in special events.
Is an active member of the Adult Day Program team which includes
- is responsible for supporting the Adult Day Program Mission and Goals;
- is responsible for ensuring Policies and Procedures from the Adult Day Program, Valleyview and/or the City of St. Thomas are observed;
- identifies gaps and communicates the need for new and expanded services;
- attends in-services, workshops to further professional development;
- actively participates in monthly team meetings; and
- participates in the development and implementation of fundraising projects.
Performs other duties as required.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Must have a University Degree in Recreation Therapy and/or College Diploma in Recreation & Leisure Services.
- One to three years’ experience working on therapeutic programs for the cognitively impaired and frail elderly populations.
- Must demonstrate excellent organizational, interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal.
- Must have current First Aid & CPR certificate.
- Computer knowledge would be an asset.
- Must possess and maintain a valid Class 'F' driver’s license for the Province of Ontario.
- Must be able to work weekend and evening hours.
Remuneration Range: $28.39 - $29.28 per hour (2025 rate)
