Recreation Therapy Attendant

Permanent Full-Time
38.75 hours per week, 1.0 FTE
Day and Evening Shifts
8:45am - 5:00pm (Day Shift)
11:30am - 7:45pm (Evening Shift)
Monday - Saturday

For nearly 50 years, St. Michael's Health Group (SMHG) has been committed to delivering exceptional, compassionate care while enriching the lives of the communities we serve. As a trusted provider of seniors' care, we offer a range of accommodations, including a fully accredited Continuing Care Home Type A facility for 153 Residents, and various supportive living and assisted living options in Edmonton, Vegreville and Spruce Grove. Our passion for seniors' well-being is at the heart of everything we do. Through dedication, patience, and a deep commitment to quality care, we create a warm, supportive environment where residents feel valued and respected. Every day, our team upholds this philosophy, ensuring that everyone receives the compassionate, personalized care they deserve. To learn more about us please visit About SMHG.

Reporting to the Manager of Recreation Services, the Recreation Therapy Attendant will participate in the planning, implementation and evaluation of various recreation activities (ex. cards, woodwork, music, etc.) that are designed to stimulate Resident awareness and involvement. 

Key Responsibilities

• Participates in the planning, implementation and evaluation of large and small group recreation programs, one-on-one interventions and special events.

• Organizes out trips; collecting money from resident trust accounts, ensuring the safety of Residents (before, during and after) and assisting with feeding or personal care if necessary.

• Provides assistance in planning the monthly recreation calendar, suggesting program ideas and possible out trip destinations.

• Works directly with Residents, volunteers, family members, Resident Care staff and Recreation Therapy team.

• Works in close cooperation with Manager, Recreation Therapy; accepts and utilizes constructive criticism and displays initiative to complete activity related tasks and programs.

• Researches and prepares programs in advance in order to achieve a positive experience by participants.

• Record and track each Resident's participation level in programs, out trips, special events; documents any unusual behaviours in Residents' charts.

• Supervises volunteers, delegating responsibilities and evaluating volunteer performance.

• Through on-going communication, becomes knowledgeable of Resident's interests, needs and limitations.

• Observes and reports any unusual behaviours and incidents to Resident Care staff and the Manager, Recreation Therapy.

• Encourages Resident involvement and participation.

• Assists in portering Residents to and from activities.

• Ensures all work areas are cleaned, organized and sanitized before and after completion of programs.

• Operates department equipment.

• Informs Manager, Recreation Therapy of any special needs required for an activity.

• Obtains necessary equipment, supplies and games materials, and delivers to activity locations, returning same at completion of activities.

Quality, Safety & Professional Standards  

• Maintain confidentiality and follow all privacy legislation (AITA, POPA, HIA).
• Comply with corporate policies, procedures, OH&S standards, and emergency preparedness protocols.
• Actively participate in professional development and support a positive workplace culture.

Our Ideal Candidate Qualifications: 

• High School diploma is required.
• Recreation Therapy Assistant/Aide Certificate is preferred.
• At least one year experience in recreation within a health care or community setting is preferred.
• Experience in working with people who have multiple physical and cognitive disabilities.
• Class 4 driver's license is preferred.

All successful candidates must have, before the start date:

• A current and clear Criminal Records Check with Vulnerable Sector Check that has been obtained no more than 90 calendar days prior to the hire date.
• A tuberculosis screening that has been completed no more than 12 months before the hire date.

At St. Michael's, we are committed to Diversity, Equity & Inclusion and seek qualified candidates who enrich our community with a variety of ideas, perspectives, and experiences. We encourage applications from individuals with varied cultural, educational, and professional backgrounds who are committed to meeting our mission of providing Care with Love and Dignity.

Why Join SMHG:

Based on the terms and conditions of employment, benefits may include:

• Our comprehensive benefits keep you and your family well.
  • Health, dental and travel coverage
  • Short and long-term disability
• Employee discounts
• Vacation and personal leave days
• Paid sick time
• Training and development
• Employee assistance program
• Staff education program