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Recreation Therapist II
@ Alberta Health Services
Fort McMurray, Alberta
Overview
Alberta Health Services is hiring a Recreation Therapist II at Willow Square Continuing Care Center in Fort McMurray, a temporary full-time role from February to June 2027. The work covers assessing, planning, delivering and evaluating therapeutic recreation for seniors, with clinical leadership and interdisciplinary collaboration. The posting states a pay range of $43.14 to $57.37 per hour, a Northern Living Allowance up to $12,480 annually, and a day shift pattern on a two-week rotation.
Responsibilities:
- Assess, plan, implement and evaluate individual and group recreation interventions for seniors
- Document care and outcomes
- Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team and families
- Provide clinical leadership and participate in program development
- Ensure programs meet safety and infection prevention requirements
Requirements summary:
- Bachelor's degree in recreation therapy or related field
- Active or eligible ATRA membership
- Minimum three years of clinical recreation therapy experience
- Driver's licence and vehicle required
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- 2026-11-09
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Job details
| Seniority | Mid level |
| Department | Allied health |
| Experience | 3+ years |
| Hours per week | 38.75 |
| Schedule | day |
| Travel | air: none · ground: minimal |
| Work setting | Care home, Client sites |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical low · computer moderate |
| Licences & certifications | ATRA membership |
| Driver’s licence | required, own vehicle |
| Encouraged to apply | Indigenous peoples |
| Education | Bachelor’s degree (required) |
| Fields of study | Recreation Therapy, Therapeutic Recreation, Recreation and Leisure Studies |
| Perks mentioned | Performance bonus, Home office allowance |
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Alberta Health Services
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Alberta Health Services (AHS) is proud to be part of Canada’s first and largest provincewide, integrated health system, responsible for delivering health services to more than 4.5 million people living in Alberta, as well as occasionally to some residents of other provinces and territories Our skilled and dedicated professionals, support staff and physicians come from numerous disciplines, from all walks of life, and from all corners of the world. Our mission is to provide a patient-focused, quality health system that is accessible and sustainable for all Albertans. Our five values – compassion, accountability, respect, excellence and safety – are at the heart of everything that we do.
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- People associated on LinkedIn
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- Reported office locations
- 10030 – 107 Street NW, Edmonton, Alberta T5J 3E4, CA
- 1620 29 St NW, Calgary, AB T2N 4L7, CA
- Other recorded names
- Alberta Health Services
- Specialties
- Health Support and Services
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Alberta Health Services (AHS) is proud to be part of Canada’s first and largest provincewide, integrated health system, responsible for delivering health services to more than 4.5 million people living in Alberta, as well as occasionally to some residents of other provinces and territories Our skilled and dedicated professionals, support staff and physicians come from numerous disciplines, from all walks of life…
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Hospitals and Health Care |
| Company size | 10,001+ employees |
| Headquarters | Edmonton, Alberta |
| Organization type | Nonprofit |
| Year founded | 2008 |
| Specialties | Health Support and Services |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 2,151 |
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Your Opportunity:
The team at Willow Square Continuing Care Center is seeking a dedicated Recreation Therapist II, who will provide leadership and clinical expertise in the planning, delivery, and evaluation of therapeutic recreation services for seniors, supporting physical, cognitive, emotional, and social well-being through meaningful leisure activities. You will coordinate programs, and ensures services align with individual care plans, organizational standards, and best practices in geriatrics. Responsibilities include assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating individualized and group recreation interventions; documenting care and outcomes; collaborating with the interdisciplinary team; designing inclusive, age appropriate, and culturally responsive programs; supporting events and community partnerships; engaging families and caregivers; and ensuring all programs meet safety, infection prevention, and risk management requirements. Located within Fort McMurray which resides on Treaty 8 territory, and the lands of the Metis. Respecting the historical impacts of colonization, acknowledging traditional Indigenous beliefs and cultures, this position works towards the support of Indigenous peoples on these lands. Fort McMurray is a family-oriented, friendly, and welcoming multicultural community. The city offers social, arts, sports, recreational and cultural opportunities for all ages. Discover Canada's boreal forest, four provincial parks, and nearby lakes and rivers to support your active lifestyle. In addition to a competitive rate of pay, Fort McMurray has a Northern Living Allowance in place to an annual maximum of $12,480. This allowance is non-pensionable and is payable on an hourly basis for all hours paid at the basic rate of pay. In addition, this position may qualify for a recruitment incentive. For full details, visit rcif-hsaa.ca.
Description:
As a Recreation Therapist II, you will take a leadership role in ensuring that the level of therapeutic recreation practice in your clinical area is evidence based, patient-and family-centred and in accordance with policies, procedures and standards of practice. You will provide clinical leadership to ensure safe and efficient care as well as coordinate the assessment, treatment, education and care of the patient (client, resident). You will participate in program development to ensure effective delivery of services, including the development of protocols, forms, education, and quality improvement initiatives. You will complete assessment, treatment, education and management of clients' treatment progress and provide clinical support and consultation. You will collaborate and communicate with the health care team and participate in patient rounds, family conferences and meetings as related to the client and family.
- Transition Company: Assisted Living Alberta
- Classification: Recreation Therapist II
- Union: HSAA Facility PROF/TECH
- Unit and Program: Willow Square
- Primary Location: Willow Square Continuing Care
- Location Details: As Per Location
- Multi-Site: Not Applicable
- FTE: 1.00
- Posting End Date: 05-FEB-2027
- Temporary Employee Class: Temporary Full Time
- Date Available: 15-FEB-2027
- Temporary End Date: 14-JUN-2027
- Hours per Shift: 7.75
- Length of Shift in weeks: 2
- Shifts per cycle: 10
- Shift Pattern: Days
- Days Off: As Per Rotation
- Minimum Salary: $43.14
- Maximum Salary: $57.37
- Vehicle Requirement: Driver's License, Vehicle Required
Completion of bachelor's degree in Recreation Therapy, Therapeutic Recreation or Recreation and Leisure Studies. Active or eligible registration for Professional Membership with Alberta Therapeutic Recreation Association (ATRA). Minimum three years' related clinical experience as a Recreation Therapist.
Additional Required Qualifications:As required.
Preferred Qualifications:As required.
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