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Description
Department Information
The Northwest Territories Health and Social Services Authority (NTHSSA) offers challenging and exciting careers in health and social services delivery and administration in Canada’s North. The Territorial Authority has service locations in communities across the territory and a staff of more than 1,600 serving over 43,000 residents of the NWT and 5,900 residents of the Kitikmeot Region of Nunavut. Challenging work, welcoming communities, and expanded opportunities are some of the benefits offered to employees of the NTHSSA.
Job Information
Reporting directly to the Supervisor, Recreation Therapy; the Therapist provides culturally sensitive care to all residents of Yellowknife LTC. The incumbent works closely with the Indigenous Wellness department and the Territorial Rehabilitation units. The Recreation Therapy unit consists of a Supervisor, Recreation Therapy, Recreation Therapist(s) and Activity Aides.
Located within Yellowknife LTC, the Therapist has approximately five resident encounters per day. The Therapist will work with all LTC residents to develop appropriate recreation programs. The incumbent will perform clinical and, where applicable, standardized assessment and provide direct and indirect care based on a best practices approach aimed at positive outcomes for Recreation Therapy intervention (e.g., assessment, consultation, education, etc.). The incumbent acts as an educational resource and monitors the delivery of treatment delegated to clients, family, and healthcare within LTC. The incumbent will research, design, and implement programs, educational material and deliver workshops on topics related to Recreation Therapy.
Typically, the above qualifications would be attained by:
This level of knowledge is typically acquired through the successful completion of a Bachelor’s degree in Recreation Therapy. Equivalent combinations of education and experience will be considered.
Experience working as a Recreation Therapist is as asset.
Equivalent combinations of education and experience will be considered.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS
• Professional member of the Alberta Therapeutic Recreation Association (ATRA)
• Certification and membership (within 12 months of hire) with the National Council for Therapeutic Recreation (NCTRC) as a Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS).
• Proof of Immunization in keeping with current public health practices is required.
GNWT Inquiries
Inquiries Only:
Health Recruitment
Department of Finance
Government of the Northwest Territories
YELLOWKNIFE CENTRE 5TH FLOOR
BOX 1320 YELLOWKNIFE NT X1A 2L9
Tel (867) 767-9154 Extension 14106
Fax (867) 873-0445
hlthss_recruitment@gov.nt.ca
Note: If you do not receive electronic notification confirming receipt of your application, please follow up via telephone.
More Information
Affirmative Action
Candidates must clearly identify their eligibility in order to receive priority consideration under the Affirmative Action Policy.
Criminal Records Check
Candidates must provide a satisfactory vulnerable sector check. Failure to provide a satisfactory check may deem you disqualified from the competition.
Diversity and Inclusion
The Government of the Northwest Territories is an inclusive workplace. If you have a disability and you require support during the hiring process, you are encouraged to identify your needs if you are contacted for an assignment or interview so that you may be accommodated during the hiring process.
Eligibility
Eligibility lists may be created from this competition to fill future term and indeterminate positions.
Equivalencies
Equivalent combinations of education and experience will be considered.
Job Opening Information
Job Opening ID # 25042
Closing Date: May 21, 2024 - 23:59, Mountain Time
Salary Information
The salary range for this position is from $44.83 per hour to $53.55 per hour (approximately $87,419 - $104,423.) plus an annual Northern Allowance of $3,700.