Recreation Therapy Worker II

@ Newfoundland and Labrador Health Services

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Newfoundland and Labrador

Part-time

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Overview

Newfoundland and Labrador Health Services is hiring a part-time Recreation Therapy Worker II in Labrador City. The role plans and runs recreation and social programs for residents and families within an interdisciplinary care team. The posting states 37.5 hours bi-weekly on a rotating schedule across days, evenings and weekends, with pay of CAD 27.61 to 30.67 per hour plus a Labrador allowance.

Responsibilities:

Participer aux plans de soins avec l'équipe interdisciplinaire
Planifier et animer des activités récréatives et événements spéciaux
Offrir de l'enseignement individuel aux résidents ayant des besoins particuliers
Tenir la documentation des services et statistiques

Requirements summary:

Diplôme collégial de deux ans en récréothérapie ou en loisirs
Expérience en milieu de soins un atout
BCLS valide
Vérification de casier judiciaire et du secteur vulnérable

Tools & skills

Microsoft Word Excel

Source and dates

Source type not verified · nlhs

Employer posting date: 2026-10-15
First seen by our source: 2026-11-05
Source record updated: 2026-11-05

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Job details

Seniority	Entry level
Department	Allied health
Hours per week	18.75
Schedule	day, evening, weekends
Travel	air: none · ground: none
Work setting	Care home
Position	Sitting and standing
Physical demands	physical low · computer moderate
Languages	English
Licences & certifications	BCLS, Gentle Persuasive Approach (GPA), Management of Aggressive Behavior (MOAB)
Background checks	vulnerable sector
Education	College diploma (required)
Fields of study	Therapeutic Recreation, Recreation
Perks mentioned	Home office allowance

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Newfoundland and Labrador Health Services

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Field	Value
Headquarters	St. John's
Open jobs on Jobsy	983

Job description

Zone: Labrador Grenfell Zone Location: LABRADOR CITY Recreation Therapy Worker II Labrador Grenfell Zone - LWC Recreation Therapy Permanent Part-time NAPE HS 56717POS

Hours	37.5 hours bi-weekly (Rotating, Other Shift; Days, Evenings, Weekends)
Salary	CG-29 (CAD27.61 - CAD30.67 per hour) plus applicable Labrador Allowance. For more information about Labrador Benefits, please visit Labrador Benefits Policy - Treasury Board Secretariat
Competition Number	VAC0030278
Posted Date	2026-10-16
Closing Date	Open until filled.
Demands, duties, qualifications	Qualifications: Graduation from an approved/recognized college with a two-year diploma in Therapeutic Recreation or Recreation with major course work in Therapeutic Recreation. Experience working as a Recreation Therapy Worker in a health care setting is an asset. Knowledge in the planning, organization and implementation of recreation, leisure, and social programs. Demonstrated strong written and verbal communication skills. Demonstrated ability to have a positive, respectful, and sensitive approach to the needs of the patients/clients/residents. Knowledge of computer skills including Microsoft word, power point, and excel databases and spreadsheets. Current certification in BCLS (Basic Cardiac Life Support). Completion of Gentle Persuasive Approach Course (GPA) or willingness to complete. Completion of Management of Aggressive Behavior Course (MOAB) or willingness to complete. The successful applicant will be required to submit a satisfactory certificate of conduct and vulnerable sector check. Duties: (Included but not limited to) Works as part of the interdisciplinary team to assist with creating, maintaining, and evaluation resident’s care plans. Develops, organizes, and participates in recreational activities for residents and families. Arranges for special events in consultation with coordinator or designate. Provides individual instruction and demonstration to residents with special needs. Collaborate with interdisciplinary team regarding quarterly and yearly reviews. Participate in Resident Family council meetings, staff meetings and other collaborative activities as required. Documentation: service recipient, event planning, statistics, audits, etc. Other related duties as required.