Ontario Recreation therapy student Jobs – 33 Openings This Week

Recreation Therapy Assistant - Georgian Manor/Village
County of Simcoe —Penetanguishene, ON
- $26.81–$30.41 an hour
- Temporary
- Word processing
- English
- Bachelor's
9d
Recreation Therapist (Supervisory Position)
Perley Health —Ottawa, ON
- $73,068.45–$91,336.05 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Supervising experience
- Team management
- Mentoring
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5d
Health Promotion Facilitator
Alzheimer Society Sudbury-Manitoulin North Bay & Districts —North Bay, ON
- $44,000–$50,000 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Powerpoint
- Bilingual
- CPR Certification
- Wellness program
- Designated paid holidays
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Recreation Therapist
Youthdale Treatment Centres —Toronto, ON
- $33.20 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Outlook
- Research
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10d
2026 STUDENT Placements
Schlegel Villages —Kitchener, ON
- Nursing
- High school diploma or GED
- Bachelor's
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Part-Time weekend Youth Counsellor - Awake Overnight
Pine River Institute —Mulmur, ON
- From $25.72 an hour
- Weekends only
- CPR Certification
- Caregiving
- Maintenance
- Disability insurance
- Dental care
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Full-Time Nurse
Pine River Institute —Shelburne, ON
- $65,000–$75,000 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Word
- CPR Certification
- Microsoft Excel
- Wellness program
- Disability insurance
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3d
Recreation Therapist - RCC
St. Joseph's Healthcare Hamilton —Dundas, ON
- $33.99–$41.39 an hour
- Temporary
- CPR Certification
- First Aid Certification
- Computer skills
5d
Life Enhancement Assistant
Kensington Health —Toronto, ON
- $26.47–$27.68 an hour
- Caregiving
- BLS Certification
- English
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11d
Recreation Therapist, Masters & Oasis
Homewood Health Centre Inc. —Guelph, ON
- CPR Certification
- Public speaking
- Research
1d
Program Coordinator
Kensington Health —Toronto, ON
- $30.79–$36.95 an hour
- Part-time
- CPR Certification
- Experience working with individuals with disabilities
- Microsoft Office
- Flexible schedule
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OPSSUP54-2026-09-04 Recreation Worker
Deep River and District Hospital —Deep River, ON
- $26.10–$27.71 an hour
- Full-time
- Computer literacy
- Bachelor's
- Computer skills
1d
Research Assistant
Western University —London, ON
- $27.65 an hour
- Temporary
- Writing skills
- Data analysis skills
- Laboratory experience
3d
Career Coach, Undergraduate and Professional Students
Western University —London, ON
- $37 an hour
- Temporary
- English
- Microsoft Office
- Master's degree
5d
Enhanced Extern ? Therapy (OT PT)
Holland Bloorview Kids Rehabilitation Hospital —Toronto, ON
- Part-time
- BLS Certification
- Sanitation
- Research
1d
SOCIAL WORKER SSLTC
City of Toronto —Toronto, ON
- $42.96–$47.05 an hour
- Part-time
- Master's degree
- High school diploma or GED
- Bachelor's
13d
Recreationist, Adult Day Program
Circle of Care, Sinai Health —Toronto, ON
- $37,000–$44,000 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Powerpoint
- Microsoft Word
- CPR Certification
- Dental care
- Vision care
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Recreational Therapist
Quinte Health —Belleville, ON
- $35.93–$41.37 an hour
- Temporary
- Research
- Geriatrics
4d
Clinical Extern
St. Joseph's Healthcare Hamilton —Hamilton, ON
- $27.25 an hour
- Temporary
- Nursing
- Vital signs
- BLS Certification
Adult Day Program Assistant
Alzheimer Society Lanark Leeds Grenville —Perth, ON
- $20.50 an hour
- CPR Certification
- First Aid Certification
- Travel
Quick apply
11d

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Recreation Therapy Assistant - Georgian Manor/Village

County of Simcoe -
Penetanguishene, ON

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Job details

Temporary | Part-time
$26.81–$30.41 an hour
9 days ago

Qualifications

Therapeutic Recreation
French
Recreation therapy
Long term care experience
Word processing
Spreadsheets
Food Handler Certification
Post-secondary education
Process improvement
English
Bachelor's
Working with residents in long-term care
Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) regulations
Class G Licence
Communication skills
Team coordination
Therapy progress note documentation

Full job description

Requisition Title

Recreation Therapy Assistant - Georgian Manor/Village

Close Date

8 September 2026

Contract Type

Temporary - Part Time

Location

Penetanguishene, ON L9M 0V3 CA (Primary)

Job Description

POSITION SUMMARY

The Recreation Therapy Assistant (RTA), working as part of the Program and Support Services Team under the authority of the PSS Supervisor and the direction of the Recreation Therapist, facilitates and delivers recreation therapy programs while considering the resident’s individual strengths and abilities.

The RTA is responsible for supporting the Recreation Therapist and other adjuvants in the direct provision of recreational therapy programs designed to maintain physical, intellectual and emotional functioning through the use of therapeutic activities, both individual activities and in groups. They will work alongside the therapist(s) and contribute to the continuum of therapeutic services through the implementation of recreation therapy programs, both group focused and individual focused, to support residents living in LTC.

All RTA work must be performed in accordance with the mission, vision, values and philosophy of the County of Simcoe Long Term Care and Senior Services Division.

** Temporary - 16 month contract **

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (not listed in order of priority)

1. Report feedback and observations to the Recreation Therapist for inclusion in the resident’s comprehensive assessment.

2. Assist with the development of resident goals and intervention plans for recreational programming.

3. Ensure the resident’s goals and interventions are met through the provision of relevant programming.

4. Communicate feedback about the resident’s participation in programs to the Recreation Therapist.

5. Complete documentation in PCC as required (i.e. progress notes).

6. Complete program attendance tracking in ActivityPro.

7. Navigate the Volgistics Volunteer Program to support the Volunteer program.

8. In collaboration with the RT, the RTA will provide input into the monthly activity calendar.

9. Report observations from programs related to engagement and program success to the Recreation Therapist.

10. Assist organize and lead recreation programs for residents under the direction of the Recreation Therapist.

11. Implement interventions to meet specific needs of a residents considering his/her strengths and abilities.

12. Work with recreation therapist as part of a team that coordinates with volunteers, family, and other team members.

13. Assist residents to become involved in the community.

14. Contribute to the positive experience of students and volunteers.

15. Participate in in-service training and staff development sessions as offered.

16. Perform other duties as assigned, including redeployment in emergency situations.

17. Comply with provincial and County occupational health and safety legislation, regulations, policies and procedures.

18. Maintain confidentiality in accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act.

CORPORATE COMPETENCIES

Has knowledge of and demonstrated ability in our corporate competencies:

Acts with the Customer in Mind

Ensures Accountability

Continuously Seeks to Improve Work Processes

Collaborates

Communicates with Impact

Is Resilient

EDUCATION, TECHNICAL SKILLS AND CERTIFICATION

Post-Secondary diploma or degree in Recreation and Leisure Studies, Therapeutic Recreation, OR enrolled in a community college or university degree (mentioned above) that will be completed within three years of hire. This job may be considered for educational equivalency in accordance with County Policy.

Food Handlers Certificate (or willing to obtain).

GPA preferred.

Montessori Methods for Dementia Training preferred.

Strong inter-personal communication skills.

Knowledge of Word processing and spreadsheets application skills.

Criminal record check with vulnerable sector screening that is less than six months old at time of hire.

As a condition of employment, candidates are required to submit documented results of TB testing, as per Public Health requirements.

Bilingualism in English and French is considered an asset (Georgian Village Only).

Valid G class drivers license and access to reliable vehicle.

EXPERIENCE

Minimum six months in a LTC setting is preferred.

EFFORT

Physical effort is required in this position, pushing, pulling, and lifting while assisting residents while doing activities.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Exposure to infectious diseases, body substances/fluids, frequent physical contact.

Work schedule to be determined and many include days, evenings and weekends.

Salary Grade

$26.81 - $30.41

Union

OPSEU 394

The County of Simcoe thanks all applicants for their interest in this opportunity, but please note that only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Personal information provided is collected under the authority of the Municipal Act (2001) and will be used to determine eligibility for employment.

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POSITION SUMMARY

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (not listed in order of priority)

CORPORATE COMPETENCIES

EDUCATION, TECHNICAL SKILLS AND CERTIFICATION

EXPERIENCE

EFFORT

WORKING CONDITIONS

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