Position Summary
Are you ready to embark on a rewarding journey of enriching the lives of others? Join us at Bastion Place in Salmon Arm, BC, where we're seeking a vibrant individual to join our dynamic team in the Recreation Therapy Department. This is your chance to make a meaningful impact and contribute to the well-being and enjoyment of our residents!
Your Role:
As a Recreation Therapy Worker | Bus Driver, you'll play a pivotal role within our interdisciplinary team, implementing our established Recreation Therapy Program. Operating within a client-centered framework, you'll be responsible for overseeing individual and group leisure/recreation therapy programs, spanning a diverse range of activities such as arts, crafts, sports, music, and gardening. Your duties will include setting up program spaces, transporting residents to activities, providing instruction, and monitoring participation, ensuring a safe and enjoyable experience for all. Additionally, you'll coordinate resident outings, lead sessions and events, and provide essential reports for care conferences and program evaluations.
Work Schedule:
This is a permanent full time position working Monday to Friday day shifts.
What We Offer:
• Relocation allowance for eligible positions
• Comprehensive employer-paid benefit package
• Employer-paid training and education opportunities
• Employee and Family Assistance Program
• Job stability and collaborative team environment
• Employer-paid vacation and sick leave
Why Join Us?
At Bastion Place, we prioritize a supportive team environment where every contribution is valued. Take advantage of opportunities for career advancement and specialization while enjoying job stability and a collaborative atmosphere.
Apply today and become a valued member of our team dedicated to enhancing the lives of our residents!
Qualifications
• Grade 12
• Completion of a recognized recreation course(s) plus two year’s recent, related experience or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
• Valid class 4 vehicle license required.
Comments
This posting is covered by the Provincial Health Officer’s mandatory COVID-19 vaccination orders and selected applicant(s) must comply.
Interior Health now offers assistance from an Aboriginal Employment Advisor. If you self-identify as Aboriginal (First Nations, Métis or Inuit) and if you would like assistance with internal career exploration, send your question via email to AboriginalEmployment@interiorhealth.ca to be redirected to the Employment Advisor. We invite applicants to self-identify as First nations, Métis, or Inuit within cover letters and/or resumes.