Therapeutic Assistant - Adult Neurodevelopmental Stabilization Unit - Mental Health & Addictions

About the Opportunity

Reporting to the Registered Nurse / LPN and working under the direction of a Recreation Therapist, the Therapeutic Assistant assists in the provision of health, health promotion and therapeutic services to patients. The Therapeutic Assistant will work cooperatively and collaboratively with the inter-disciplinary team in carrying out the individual's care plan and communicating patient specific information that will enhance the level of knowledge of the treatment team.

About You

We would love to hear from you if you have the following:

• Grade 12 plus completion of year one from an accredited Therapeutic Recreation program which includes the Therapeutic Recreation Foundations Course


• Current CPR certification is required


• Current St. John Ambulance First Aid course preferred


• Current certification in Non Violent Crisis Intervention (NVCI) is an asset


• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills


• Knowledge of community resources


• Competencies in other languages preferred; French an asset

Please ensure your resume is up to date and includes all relevant education, experience, training, and certifications.

Hours

• Long assignment, full-ime position; 75 hours biweekly


• Approximately 12 months

Compensation and Benefits

$24.75 - $28.36 hourly

Successful candidates may be eligible for our benefits package which includes health, dental, travel, long-term disability, and life insurance coverage as well as a defined benefit pension plan.