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Recreation Therapist I

@ Recovery Alberta

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St. Paul, Alberta

Full-time2+ years experience
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Overview

Recovery Alberta is hiring a full-time Recreation Therapist I for its inpatient adult mental health unit at St Therese-St. Paul Health Centre. The role plans, leads and evaluates group therapeutic recreation activities for adult patients. The posting states a day shift schedule with weekends off, a pay range of $40.81 to $54.34 per hour, and a posting end date of 19 October 2026.

Responsibilities:

  • Plan, lead and evaluate group therapeutic recreation activities
  • Assess functional abilities, leisure needs and therapeutic goals
  • Work with patients, families and interdisciplinary teams
  • Support adults experiencing acute mental health symptoms

Requirements summary:

  • Bachelor's degree in recreation therapy or related field
  • Active or eligible ATRA registration
  • Knowledge of mental health, addiction and trauma-informed care
  • Group recreation experience in mental health or clinical settings
  • Minimum two years of group recreation therapy experience required

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Employer posting date
2026-10-09
First seen by our source
2026-10-18
Source record updated
2026-11-05

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Job details

SeniorityEntry level
DepartmentAllied health
Experience2+ years
Hours per week38.75
Scheduleday
Travelair: none · ground: none
Work settingHospital or clinic
PositionSitting and standing
Physical demandsphysical low · computer moderate
LanguagesEnglish
Licences & certificationsATRA registration
EducationBachelor’s degree (required)
Fields of studyRecreation Therapy, Therapeutic Recreation, Recreation and Leisure Studies

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Recovery Alberta provides mental health & addiction and correctional health services for all Albertans.

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Recovery Alberta provides comprehensive recovery-oriented mental health & addiction services, as well as correctional health services. Page not monitored 24/7. Call 211 to reach 24/7 confidential mental health and addiction helplines. Dial 911 in case of emergency.

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Recovery Alberta provides comprehensive recovery-oriented mental health & addiction services, as well as correctional health services. Page not monitored 24/7. Call 211 to reach 24/7 confidential mental health and addiction helplines. Dial 911 in case of emergency.

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IndustryMental Health Care
Company size5,001-10,000 employees
Organization typeGovernment Agency
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  • Classification:
    • Recreation Therapist I
  • Union:
    • HSAA Prof/Tech
  • Unit and Program:
    • Recreation Inpatient AMH
  • Primary Location:
    • St Therese-St. Paul Hlth Ctr
  • Location Details:
    • As Per Location
  • Multi-Site:
    • Not Applicable
  • FTE:
    •  1.00
  • Posting End Date:
    • 19-OCT-2026
  • Employee Class:
    • Regular Full Time
  • Date Available:
    • 16-NOV-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:
    • Not Applicable
Required Qualifications:

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:

Demonstrated knowledge of mental health and addiction conditions, therapeutic interventions, and trauma‑informed care practices. Experience planning, leading, and evaluating group therapeutic recreation activities for adults in mental health or clinical settings. Strong ability to assess functional abilities, leisure needs, and therapeutic goals using standardized assessment tools. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to work effectively with patients, families, and interdisciplinary teams. Ability to maintain compassion, professionalism, and sound judgment when working with individuals experiencing acute mental health symptoms.

Preferred Qualifications:

A minimum of two (2) years of experience providing recreational therapy in a group setting is required. Experience in addiction and/or mental health settings is considered an asset.

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