Full-Time Recreation Therapist Supervisor

[]      Taylor View Towers is a vibrant seniors’ living community in north-central Red Deer, serving over 300 residents through a person-directed care model rooted in the Eden Alternative philosophy. Our mission is to provide an enriching living experience by delivering compassionate care and fostering meaningful connections.

Our mission is to provide an enriching resident living experience in Central Alberta, by delivering compassionate care, fostering meaningful connections, and creating an environment where residents thrive in a vibrant, purposeful living, supported by a dedicated and passionate team. 

As a Recreation Therapist Supervisor at Taylor View Towers, we seek the following skills and attributes:

·        Leads and manages the recreation team, including hiring, training, scheduling, coaching, and performance management, while promoting teamwork and effective communication.       

       Develop strategies while supporting budgeting, scheduling, and staffing within guidelines. Oversees recruitment, performance management, and helps with discipline processes, ensures compliance with contracts, manages supplies, and addresses operational needs, including after-hours support and unexpected service requirements                                                                            

        Oversees and coordinates recreation programs, ensuring services are effectively delivered based on resident care plans. Assesses residents’ needs and interests, monitors program quality, and organizes care partners to support recreational activities within the community.

·        Supports residents’ well-being by addressing leisure needs, assisting with daily activities, and collaborating with families and healthcare professionals. 

        Provides training, orientation, and ongoing development for care partners while supporting team learning through meetings, education sessions, and committee participation. Promotes understanding and benefits of recreational services among staff, residents, and families, and ensures adherence to professional standards.

Maintains health and safety compliance by following protocols, identifying risks, and reporting issues, while also contributing to additional projects and assignments as needed

Qualifications:

• Must hold valid certification in First Aid and CPR
• Must have a diploma in Therapeutic Recreation or a Degree in Recreation Therapy, Leisure Studies, or Recreation Administration 
• Professional Membership with the Alberta Therapeutic Recreation Association (ATRA) required
• Obtain prior to employment, a clear criminal record check with vulnerable sector check
• Experience working with seniors is preferred
• Experience supporting recreation programs is preferred

Job Profile:   Permanent Full- Time 

Why join our community?

• Competitive compensation package
• Opportunity for personal and professional growth
• We provide an approach to care that supports the WHOLE person, that upholds their right to a life full of purpose, connection, empowerment, and possibility. *Read more about our philosophy https://www.edenalt.org/
• Life, Health & Dental benefits along with Health Spending Account, RRSP program with employer maximum % matching (All permanent employees with 24 hours+ qualify for benefits & RRSP)

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