Recreation Therapist Housing Services, Halton

Recreation Therapist – Housing Services, Halton

Posting #: 4164 Posting Date: 08/27/2025 Posting Closing: 09/05/2025 4:00 PM

Have you heard of us?

Wesley is a long-standing local non-profit and a certified Ontario Living Wage Network (OLWN) employer. We are passionate about assisting people struggling with poverty. Our work is focused on children and family programs, housing & homelessness, and resettling newcomers to Canada in Hamilton, Halton, and Brantford.

We are deeply committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where every individual feels valued and respected. Our Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) policies are integral to our mission and practices. We believe that a diverse team brings a wealth of perspectives and experiences that enhance our ability to serve our community effectively.

All members of our organization are expected to embrace and actively participate in our EDI initiatives. By joining our team, you will be contributing to an environment that promotes equity, respect, and inclusion for all.

Are you the one we’re looking for?

We are seeking a dynamic, highly motivated Recreation Therapist who demonstrates our values of compassion, accountability, responsiveness, and empowerment; to our clients, families, and each other.

The Recreation Therapist assists vulnerably housed individuals and social housing communities through the planning and implementation of recreational activities based on individual and group social, practical, and leisure needs.

This position is a unionized, full-time, permanent position. The rate of pay is $24.38 per hour.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Ability to build rec therapy programming for face-to-face supports, as well as virtual/digital supports for clients across Halton Region.


2. Working with community resources to build unique resources for clientele to support isolation and community accessibility.


3. Experience working with adults with mental health and addictions issues and people experiencing homelessness and providing supports to them.


4. A passion for supporting communities in need through client-centered housing approaches that focus on the social determinants of health.


5. Knowledge of the recovery and harm reduction models.


6. Ability to deal with confidential information and possess excellent interpersonal and diplomacy skills.


7. Demonstrated ability to form helping relationships based on trust and empowerment.


8. Evidence as a highly motivated team player, with proven ability to take initiative and be self-directed.


9. Must be able to meet travel requirements of the job and be available to work on site in various locations across Halton (primarily Burlington and Milton).


10. Must be able to work flexible shifts depending on client needs.

What you will bring:

1. Post-secondary degree/diploma in Human Services or related field with a background in recreation leadership and/or related experience.


2. Experience in case management techniques, non-violent crisis intervention, and First Aid/CPR.


3. Knowledge of and sensitivity to the life experiences and diverse needs, identities, and cultural backgrounds of individuals in underserved communities and skilled in establishing trusting relationships.


4. Knowledge of the community, including local programs and services.


5. Demonstrated ability to work independently, as part of a team, and across multiple sectors.


6. Computer and social media literacy.

Invest in Yourself as we Invest in You! Wesley offers…

• A positive work culture that prioritizes all staff having an opportunity to contribute


• A supportive team that will empower you to achieve great milestones!


• Fun and engaging organizational events such as our Staff Appreciation Event


• Professional development and training opportunities


• Full Health & Dental Benefits (Eligible After Three Months)


• Personal & Vacation Days


• RRSP Contribution Program (Eligible After One Year)


• Employee Assistance Program Available Immediately


• Employee Discounts


• Flexible Work Options

Please Apply Via: Our Wesley Bamboo Portal:

1. Click on this link: https://wesley.bamboohr.com/jobs/


2. From there you can access all of Wesley’s job postings

Wesley is an equal-opportunity employer. We encourage applications from all qualified applicants. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls, please. More information about Wesley can be found on our website at www.wesley.ca.