Recreation Therapy Worker

Position Summary

Join Our Vibrant Team at David Lloyd Jones in Kelowna, BC!

Are you passionate about enhancing the quality of life for seniors? David Lloyd Jones is actively seeking an enthusiastic team member to join our Recreation Therapy Department.

About Us:
David Lloyd Jones Home is more than a care facility; it’s a vibrant community rooted in a resident-centered approach. Situated within a thoughtfully designed single-story building, David Lloyd Jones Home offers 102 residential care beds dedicated to long-term care, prioritizing each resident’s preferences and well-being. Our team is committed to creating an environment that respects residents’ choices, supports daily functionality, and fosters a warm, welcoming atmosphere. Join us in a mission to enhance quality of life, creating a place where every individual feels valued and supported.

How You Can Make a Difference:
As a Recreation Therapy Worker, you will play an essential role in enriching the lives of our residents through engaging recreational activities and safe transportation to outings. Your responsibilities will include implementing diverse leisure and recreation therapy programs, facilitating individual and group sessions, and ensuring the well-being and participation of residents in various activities. Additionally, you will accompany residents on outings, ensuring their comfort, safety, and enjoyment while maintaining clear communication with nursing staff and therapists.

Casual Employment with Growth Opportunities:
Enjoy the flexibility of day shifts, with work requirements varying between Zero and 37.5 hours per week. Embrace the potential for career growth, as casual roles can lead to internal postings for permanent part-time or full-time positions.

Apply Today:
Join our exceptional team at David Lloyd Jones and be a part of a workplace that values compassion, collaboration, and the well-being of our residents. Apply today to embark on a fulfilling career where you can make a meaningful impact every day!

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

Comments

Interior Health is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion and to creating an environment free from discrimination. Our goal is to cultivate a workforce rich in culture, experience, and knowledge to enable us to provide high quality, accessible and culturally safe health services to everyone in the Interior Health region. We are committed to addressing existing inequities and barriers to achieving a diverse workforce, one that is representative of the communities we serve. We invite applications and enquiries from all people, particularly those belonging to the historically, systemically, and/or persistently marginalized groups.

Competition #:

02173942

Employee Type:

CASUAL

Bargaining Unit:

IUOE

Facility:

DAVID LLOYD JONES HOME

Location:

Kelowna

Department:

DLJ RECREATIONAL THERAPY

Reports To:

MANAGER

Hourly Wage:

$29.83

Close Date:

OPEN UNTIL FILLED

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