oakville, on recreation therapy Jobs – 12 Openings This Week

Community Recreation Assistant - Casual
Acclaim Health —Oakville, ON
- $19.29–$20.39 an hour
- Part-time
- CPR Certification
- Communication skills
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible schedule
Recreation - Long Term Care - Part Time
Schlegel Villages —Milton, ON
- $22.59 an hour
- Part-time
- Time management
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Recreation Therapist
iCare Home Health —Oakville, ON
- CPR Certification
- Microsoft Office
- First Aid Certification
Recreation and Wellness Manager
Shannex —Mississauga, ON
- $48,000–$61,000 a year
- Full-time
- CPR Certification
- First Aid Certification
- Leadership
- Dental care
- Employee assistance program
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BSO Recreation Therapist
Tyndall Seniors Village-Brampton —Brampton, ON
- From $24.42 an hour
- Part-time
- Microsoft Powerpoint
- CPR Certification
- Microsoft Excel
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Lifestyles Manager
VIVA Retirement Communities —Mississauga, ON
- $58,000–$62,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Microsoft Powerpoint
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- Paid sick leave
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Instructor Special Needs Exercise and Kinesiologist
BODiWORKS Institute —Mississauga, ON
- $19–$23 an hour
- Overtime
- CPR Certification
- Microsoft Office
- Working with children
- Wellness program
- Flexible schedule
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Horticultural Therapist - Independent Contractor
Schlegel Villages Inc —Milton, ON
- Part-time
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Community Recreation Assistant - Casual

Acclaim Health -
Oakville, ON

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Job details

Part-time
$19.29–$20.39 an hour

Qualifications

CPR Certification
Post-secondary education
Communication skills

Full job description

Why work for Acclaim Health? You will be working for an organization that has provided quality care to the community for 85+ years. Acclaim Health provides a wide variety of services to support the community, including Community Support Services, Alzheimer Services, Home and Personal Support Services and Palliative Care Services. Acclaim Health is a patient and family centered work environment that allows for flexibility in work schedules to ensure work/life balance. At Acclaim Health, we promote and support employees with a strong emphasis on the values of Teamwork, Respect, Integrity, Innovation and Excellence.

Join us and experience the difference:

Supportive working environment who values our employee’s time and dedication to our clients!
Guaranteed hours with flexible schedules
Paid orientation, training and development.
Opportunities to advance your career.
Staff Incentives (contests, giveaways & recognition)
Company Pension Plan
Employee Assistance Program provided for all employees
Competitive pay with paid travel and shift premiums
Company smart phone and supplies provided
1:1 support from our IT Department for technical issues
Independence of working in the community.

Acclaim Health announces the availability of Casual Community Recreation Assistant position for the Bring the Club Home program in the Private Care department to work in Halton Region Community (Oakville, Burlington, Milton, Halton Hills). The individual must be available to work at least 1 consistent weekday each week (for example, every Monday). Shift times can be scheduled between 8:00 AM and 6:00 PM, but not for the whole timeframe.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

Salary Range: $19.29 – $20.39 per hour.
This position is for an existing vacancy.
We do not use AI to screen, assess, or select applicants.

PRIMARY FUNCTIONS:

Provide in-home companionship and caregiver respite, including social engagement and leisure activities.
Plan and support therapeutic recreation, and meaningful activities aligned with client interests and abilities.
Effectively utilize appropriate communication and behaviour management strategies for working with persons with dementia.
Collaborate with a multidisciplinary care team, including staff, clients, and caregivers.
Participate in care plan reviews and provide updates as required.
Maintains accurate and confidential electronic documentation for clients.
Communicate changes in client condition to the Care Manager or Recreationist.
Performs other related duties associated with the department as requested by the Manager or Director.

QUALIFICATIONS & EDUCATION:

Post-secondary education or certificate in Recreational Therapy/Personal Support Worker or equivalent.
Certification in CPR – Basic Rescuer level.
Certification in Gentle Persuasive Approaches to Dementia Care (will be provided).
Current TB test (completed within the last 6 months)
Valid Ontario driver’s license, use of vehicle and insurance per Acclaim Health policy

EXPERIENCE & SKILLS:

Minimum 1 to 2 years experience in gerontology and working with cognitively impaired individuals.
Understanding and knowledge of Alzheimer Disease and related disorders.
Strong verbal and written communication, effective listening, assessment, and interpersonal skills.
Demonstrated ability to take initiative, work independently and collaboratively as a team member.
Must be legally eligible to work in Canada.

Acclaim Health is an equal opportunity employer and is actively working towards a more inclusive, diverse and equitable world. We recognize that our work environment is stronger - and our care more effective - when it includes people of equity-seeking groups, including those of varying race, ancestry, place of origin, colour, ethnic origin, citizenship, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, family status or disability status.

Please note - only those applicants selected for interview will be contacted.

Should you require accommodation during the recruitment and selection process, please inform human resources so we can ensure your equal participation in this process.

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