Recreation Therapist

Company Description

UHN is Canada’s #1 hospital and the world’s #1 publicly funded hospital. With 10 sites and more than 44,000 TeamUHN members, UHN consists of Toronto General Hospital, Toronto Western Hospital, Princess Margaret Cancer Centre, Toronto Rehabilitation Institute, The Michener Institute of Education and West Park Healthcare Centre. 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 has the largest hospital-based research program in Canada, with major research in neurosciences, cardiology, transplantation, oncology, surgical innovation, infectious diseases, genomic medicine and rehabilitation medicine. UHN is a research hospital affiliated with the University of Toronto.

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.

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Job Description

Union: Non-Union
Number of vacancies: 1
New or Replacement Position: Replacement
Site: UHN Reactivation Care Centre -82 Buttonwood Avenue, Toronto, ON
Department: Recreation Therapy
Reports to: Manager, Program Services
Salary Range: $34.57-43.20 per hour (Start rate non-negotiable)
Hours: 37.5 hours per week
Shifts: days, 8am-4pm
Status: Temporary Full-Time (Contract End Date: February 1, 2028)
Closing Date: November 19, 2026

Position Summary

As an integral member of the (department), the RECREATION THERAPIST will develop and implement creative therapeutic recreation programs that promote group interaction and assist in the development of leisure-related skills to meet the needs of the mental health client.

The Recreation Therapist will be responsible for both patient care and non-patient care duties, more specifically, for the following: maintaining an assigned caseload as referred by inpatient staff, including evaluating, planning, implementing, and modifying recreation therapy interventions for clients; participating in program planning and evaluation, as well as contributing to the overall success of the department; coordinating and/or participating in the education of students, hospital staff, and the community, while maintaining excellence in the provision of Recreation Therapy services through ongoing professional development; maintaining accurate daily and monthly statistics; providing functional supervision and guidance to assigned volunteers and students; performing administrative duties assigned in accordance with departmental and program policies and procedures, as indicated; performing cross-functional and/or other duties consistent with the job classification, as assigned or requested; and working in compliance with the Occupational Health & Safety Act and its regulations, while reporting hazards, deficiencies, and contraventions of the Act in a timely manner.

Duties

• Provide recreation and leisure assessments/interventions based on professional requirements.

• Implement and evaluate recreation therapy treatments and programs.

• Provide client and family leisure education.

• Respond to team/service inquiries to Recreation Therapy.

• Provide supervision of students, volunteers and assistants.

• Provide back-up support and coverage for recreation programs, including hospital wide events.

• Ensure timely and thorough clinical documentation and completion of workload.

• Pursue continuous professional development, including participation in Rec. Therapy PSIC.

• Participate in clinical evaluation.

• Participate in advanced practices.

• Be aware of conditions and measures that may affect the safety of patients, residents, students, employees, volunteers, physicians and visitors including:

• Compliance with the safety standards of the hospital and applicable legislation

• Identification and prevention of safety issues and problems

• Taking corrective action, where possible

• Attendance at safety meetings/training/updates in accordance with the Centre’s standards

• Ability to work in a manner that exemplifies the core values of West Park: Excellence, Respect, Trust, Collaboration and Accountability

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Recreation and Leisure studies with a major/emphasis in Therapeutic Recreation or Bachelor’s degree in a related field (Kinesiology, Physical Education, Psychology or Health Studies).

• Post-diploma in Therapeutic Recreation.

• Membership in either a Provincial, National, State or International Therapeutic Recreation Professional Association.

• R/TRO designation (Preferred)

• Eligibility for Certification (Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist - CTRS)

• Experience working in rehabilitation and complex continuing care environment (preferred)

• Basic Cardiac Life Support – Level C, Healthcare Provider.

• Minimum of 2 years experience in the practice of Therapeutic Recreation.

• Expertise in planning, implementation and evaluation of Therapeutic Recreation interventions.

• Excellent organizational and communication skills

• Sound judgment and ability to work independently and in a team setting

Additional Information

In addition to working alongside some of the most talented and inspiring healthcare professionals in the world, UHN offers a wide range of benefits, programs and perks. It is the comprehensiveness of these offerings that makes it a differentiating factor, allowing you to find value where it matters most to you, now and throughout your career at UHN.

• Competitive offer packages
• Government organization and a member of the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP https://hoopp.com/)
• Close access to Transit and UHN shuttle service
• A flexible work environment
• Opportunities for development and promotions within a large organization
• Additional perks (multiple corporate discounts including: travel, restaurants, parking, phone plans, auto insurance discounts, on-site gyms, etc.)

Current UHN employees must have successfully completed their probationary period, have a good employee record along with satisfactory attendance in accordance with UHN's attendance management program, to be eligible for consideration.

All applications must be submitted before the posting close date.

UHN uses email to communicate with selected candidates. Please ensure you check your email regularly. At University Health Network (UHN), artificial intelligence technologies may be used to assist in the screening, assessment, and selection of candidates for this position.

Please be advised that a Criminal Record Check may be required of the successful candidate. Should it be determined that any information provided by a candidate be misleading, inaccurate or incorrect, UHN reserves the right to discontinue with the consideration of their application.

UHN is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive recruitment process and workplace. Requests for accommodation can be made at any stage of the recruitment process. Applicants need to make their requirements known.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.