Recreation Therapist jobs in Burnaby, BC

Good Samaritan Canada- Delta View

As the largest not-for-profit provider of seniors’ care in Alberta and British Columbia, The Good Samaritan Society and Good Samaritan Canada (together, Good Samaritan) have been providing exceptional care and support since 1949. We are faith-based, not-for-profit organizations committed to creating safe, comfortable communities where individuals experience caring, belonging, and purpose.

Reporting to the Site Manager, Recreation and Volunteer Coordinators supervise recreation staff and oversee the recreation, volunteer, and other community programs and services.

Educational and other Qualifications

• University degree in Recreation Therapy/Recreation Administration
• Equivalent combinations of experience and education may be considered
• Must be eligible for membership in BCTRA
• Class IV License
• BC EMPLOYEES: Food Safe 1 (post July 29, 2013) or equivalent

Work Experience

• Two years of experience in related job/field
• Experience working with the elderly

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Effective public speaking abilities
• Comfortable using a computer including email and internet
• Strong interpersonal skills with an ability to deal effectively with conflict in a diplomatic and professional manner
• Adept at English written and oral communication with internal and external customers
• Exhibit an open and sincere approach by demonstrating respect and compassion for everyone equally
• Maintain an individual's dignity and self-worth during conversations
• Excellent active listening skills
• Demonstrate flexibility by changing routine to accommodate resident/client needs

Good Samaritan is committed to upholding the values of diversity, equity, inclusion, and reconciliation in the workplace at all levels of the organization, as well as in the delivery of our services. We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds including, but not limited to, Indigenous peoples, racialized groups, people with disabilities, and people from the 2SLGBTQ+ community.

Requirements:

• A current and clear Criminal Records Check Form and if applicable a Vulnerable Sector Check that has been obtained no more than 90 calendar days prior to the hire date.
• A tuberculosis screening that has been completed no more than 12 months prior to the hire date.

Diversity-Equity-Inclusion-Reconciliation

Good Samaritan is committed to upholding the values of diversity, equity, inclusion, and reconciliation in the workplace at all levels of the organization, as well as in the delivery of our services. We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds including, but not limited to, Indigenous peoples, racialized groups, people with disabilities, and people from the 2SLGBTQ+ community.

How to apply

• Visit us online and apply at Join Our Team - Good Samaritan or apply via Indeed.

We thank all applicants, however only candidates under consideration will be contacted for an interview.

Job Types: Full-time, Temporary

Pay: $34.73-$44.52 per hour

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Delta, BC: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Application question(s):

• Are you legally entitled to work in Canada?
• Required Class IV license

Education:

• Secondary School (preferred)

Experience:

• in related field: 2 years (preferred)
• working with the elderly: 1 year (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

• BCTRA membership (required)

Work Location: In person