Recreation Therapy Assistant positions focus on delivering results in their domain. This page aggregates open Recreation Therapy Assistant roles and what employers typically expect.
Hours of Work : Temp. 37.5 flex hrs. weekly in AMH homes (75 hrs. biweekly) (vehicle required) The Job responsibilities include but are not limited to: - Under the supervision of a Recreation Therapist, creating a calendar to implement programs. - Completing Leisure Interest Survey to have a comprehensive understanding of clients interests and developing programs based on those interests. - Responsible for the safety and well-being of residents - Shopping for Supplies and budgeting - Assisting with set up and implementation of large events - Charting resident’s participation in programs and attendance - Completing monthly STATS - Helping residents with various issues/concerns that may arise and follow up with Recreation Therapist. - Planning and implementing therapeutic outings based goals of clients. - Attending meetings and mandatory educational training - Follow policies and procedure outlined by the Excel Society - Communicate with Group Home coordinators and Recreation Therapist to plan outings/events/programs - Assist Recreation Therapist with write-ups on participation for Case Conference Meetings - Being up to date with programs and events provided in the city. Requirements: - Diploma or certificate in recreation/leisure studies or related health field would be desirable. - Certification in First Aid & CPR Level C. - Satisfactory criminal record check. - At least 3 years’ experience working within the Human Service Field - Understanding and Experience working with Mental Health is an asset
Salary estimate
$94,000 – $126,000/yr
Provided by the employer.
Skills for this role
Excel
Resume tips for Recreation Therapy Assistant applicants
Lead with measurable achievements relevant to Recreation Therapy Assistant (numbers, scope, impact).
Mirror the exact keywords from the Recreation Therapy Assistant posting so applicant tracking systems rank you higher.
List the specific tools and skills the role names (e.g. Excel).
Keep it to one page for early-career, two pages for senior Recreation Therapy Assistant candidates.
Interview preparation
Prepare concrete STAR-format stories that show Recreation Therapy Assistant outcomes you drove.
Research the employer's product and recent news before the interview.
Be ready to explain how you'd approach a typical Recreation Therapy Assistant problem end to end.
Have thoughtful questions ready about the team, tools and success metrics.
About Excel Society
Excel Society is actively hiring on Jobedly. Explore their open roles and what it's like to work there.