Recreation Therapist I
Your Opportunity:
We are looking for a dynamic individual who is passionate about Therapeutic Recreation, to join our Mental Health and Addiction Intensive Outreach and Diversion Services team in Medicine Hat. As a Recreation Therapist I, the incumbent will complete therapeutic recreation assessments on clients/patients experiencing addiction and/or mental health issues and evaluate needs and capabilities to determine goals and treatment plans. Facilitates, instructs and motivates clients/patients in therapeutic recreation activities. Communicates with program case manager and/or inpatient psychiatry nurse regarding patient progress, change in status and any concerns. Participates in case coordination and management as appropriate. Participates in program development and implements and evaluates recreational activities for clients/patients both for inpatient psychiatry and community recreation programs. The successful candidate will work as part of a multi-disciplinary team and will liaise with community stakeholders and resources.
Description:
As a Recreation Therapist I, you will be working collaboratively within an interdisciplinary team, providing comprehensive services for patients (clients, residents) within your assigned program or service area. You will ensure the level of therapeutic recreation practice is evidence based, patient-and family-centred, and in accordance with policies, procedures and standards of practice. You will complete assessment, treatment, education and management of clients' treatment progress and provide clinical support and consultation. You will collaborate and communicate with the health care team and participate in patient rounds, family conferences and meetings as related to the client and family.
- Classification: Recreation Therapist I
- Union: HSAA Prof/Tech
- Unit and Program: Intensive Outreach and Diversion Services
- Primary Location: Regional Resource Centre
- Location Details: As Per Location
- Multi-Site: Not Applicable
- FTE: 1.00
- Posting End Date: 09-JUN-2026
- Employee Class: Regular Full Time
- Date Available: 19-JUN-2026
- Hours per Shift: 7.75
- Length of Shift in weeks: 2
- Shifts per cycle: 10
- Shift Pattern: Days
- Days Off: Saturday/Sunday
- Minimum Salary: $40.81
- Maximum Salary: $54.34
- Vehicle Requirement: Driver's License, Vehicle Required
Completion of bachelor's degree in Recreation Therapy, Therapeutic Recreation or Recreation and Leisure Studies. Active or eligible registration with Alberta Therapeutic Recreation Association (ATRA).
Additional Required Qualifications:Proven ability to work collaboratively within a multi-disciplinary team environment. Previous program development experience required. Strong communication skills and ability to work with community stakeholders required. Effective organizational and time management skills. Related experience in facilitating groups and recreation programming in hospital and community for clients with addiction and/or mental health issues required. Non-violent crisis intervention and suicide intervention training required.
Preferred Qualifications:5 years' experience working as a recreation therapist preferred. 2-3 years' experience working with clients with Addiction and Mental Health issues preferred. BLS preferred. Knowledge of relevant community resources for clients with addiction and mental health issues preferred. Connect Care experience preferred.
