Recreation Assistant Jobs in Alberta
A Recreation Assistant in the therapy industry assists in the planning, organization, and implementation of leisure-based therapy programs and activities that promote the well-being and improvement of client's physical and mental health. They work closely with Therapists, Counselors, and other healthcare professionals to create individualized recreational therapy plans that suit the needs and interests of each client. They supervise and engage clients in various activities such as arts and crafts, sports, games, social events, and excursions. They also monitor and document client's progress and response to the therapy.
To be successful in this role, a Recreation Assistant should have strong interpersonal skills, creativity, patience, and a genuine interest in helping others. They should also possess a good understanding of therapeutic recreation principles, practices and programs. Relevant certifications such as Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS) or being CPR and First Aid certified could be required by some employers. Prior to becoming a Recreation Assistant, a person might have roles such as a Recreation Aide, Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), or a Direct Support Professional in a healthcare or social service setting.
The Opportunity Reporting to the Recreation Manager, the Recreation Therapy Aide assists in the assessment, planning, implementation, evaluation and daily operations of therapeutic recreation programs...
What You Will NeedGraduate of a post-secondary diploma or degree program in recreation and leisure studies, therapeutic recreation or other related field from a community college or university....
Recreation Therapy Aide- Part Time- VV RTA2 0.44- AgeCare Valleyview
- Medicine Hat, AB
- 90+ days ago
- Medicine Hat, AB
- 90+ days ago
What You Will NeedGraduate of a post-secondary diploma or degree program in recreation and leisure studies, therapeutic recreation or other related field from a community college or university....
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Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Recreation Assistant positions.
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Recreation Assistants in Alberta offer the following education backgroundQualifications / Skill Sets
The following top skills are often required or desired to land a Recreation Assistant position
- Events
- Aquatics
- Adaptive Equipment
- Treatment Planning
- Therapeutic Recreation
- Stretching
- Exercise
- Interventions
- Therapeutic
- Activities of Daily Living
- Special Education
- Care Planning
- Psychiatry
- Long-Term Care
- Behavioral Health
- Music
- Fitness
- Mental Health
- Patient Care
- Wellness
- Basic Life Support
- First Aid
- Nursing
- Health Care
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation
- Documentation
- Employee Development
- Teaching
- Regulations
- Policy Development
- Problem Solving
- Teamwork
- Microsoft Excel
- Staff Supervision
- Organization
- Customer Service
- Scheduling
- Computer Skills
- Leadership
- Communication Skills
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