Recreation Therapist

Position Summary
Joining us at Royal Inland Hospital, you’ll provide therapeutic recreation services that empower individuals to achieve their health and wellness goals.

Your Role:
As a Recreation Therapist, you will enhance clients’ well-being by delivering meaningful one-on-one and group recreation programs. You will assess recreation and leisure needs, develop individualized therapeutic plans, and coordinate activities that support health, functional ability, and quality of life.

You’ll document observations, monitor progress, revise goals, and ensure each plan aligns with the individual’s overall care and rehabilitation needs. Working closely with Occupational/Rehabilitation staff, healthcare teams, and community partners, you’ll help resolve program issues and support a holistic approach to care.

You will also contribute to Recreation Therapy services through participation in quality initiatives, meetings, research, and education.

Position Information:
This is a permanent part-time (0.60FTE) position working Tuesday, Thursday and Friday day shifts from 08:30 - 16:18.

What we offer:
We offer welcoming workplaces along with a range of benefits, services and policies to support you at every stage of your career.

- Employee & Family Assistance Program
- Employer paid training/education opportunities
- Employer paid vacation
- Employer paid insurance premiums
- Extended health & dental coverage
- Municipal Pension Plan
- Work-life balance

Why Join Us?
Interior Health is committed to creating an environment where you enjoy your work, the place where you work, and the people around you. As a member of our team, you'll have the opportunity to contribute to the care continuum, making a significant impact in the lives of others. We invite you to come and join us, where the focus is on giving people room to grow and create positive change. Apply today and be part of a team dedicated to making a difference!

Qualfications
• Graduation from a recognized diploma or degree program in Recreational Therapy plus two years recent related experience.
• Eligible for professional membership with the B.C. Therapeutic Recreation Association (BCTRA).
• Current valid BC driver’s license.