Position #: 202743
Expected Start Date: December 14, 2026
Union: HSAS
Facility: Southwest Integrated Health Facility
City/Town: Maple Creek
Department: Integrated Nursing Unit
Type: Full-time regular
FTE: 1
Shift Information: Days
Number of Hours per Rotation: 14 shifts of 8 hours per 3 weeks
Relief: No
Float: No
Hours of Work: Standard Hours
Salary or Pay Band: Pay Band Recreation Therapist - Degree $36.826 to $45.031
Travel Required: Yes
Job Description: Within the context of a client and family centered care model, in accordance with established standards of professional practice and the vision, mission and values of the Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA), the Recreation Therapist – Degree works as a member of the collaborative health care team and provides comprehensive Recreation Therapy services for clients within the program or service area they work.
Human Resources Exemption: No
Multi-Site:
Education
- Degree in Therapeutic Recreation
Other Education and Training
- National Council of Therapeutic Recreation Specialist Cert. (NCTRC) is an asset
- Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS) certification is an asset
- Current CPR certification
Competencies
- Critical thinking skills
- Communication skills
Knowledge and Abilities
- Ability to assist clients dealing with stress, role loss, and other psych issues
- Ability to plan, organize/coordinate efforts with other team members
- Ability to establish and maintain effective work relationships.
- Ability to integrate ideas into a team treatment approach
- Ability to promote a collaborative and team approach
- Ability to work independently and as a member of a team
- Requires concentration and attention for resident/patient assessment
- Demonstrates effective relationships with staff, patients/clients, and families
- Require initiative/judgment to plan/apply/alter programs per client/program need
Other Information
- Registered/eligible with the Canadian Therapeutic Recreation Association (CTRA)
The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) is the largest employer in Saskatchewan, employing more than 45,000 staff in a dynamic healthcare environment. The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) is committed to providing coordinated quality services that are seamless, safe and patient-centred.
Applicants must upload all relevant documents (ex: certificates, diplomas, proof of enrollment, licenses and/or memberships) relating to the qualifications of the position. By submitting your application, you consent to your application history and talent profile being shared with Human Resources and the applicable hiring team.
Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. Those being interviewed are required to bring a valid Criminal Record Check (CRC) to the interview; it must be dated within six (6) months and include a vulnerable sector search.
We work together to improve our health and well-being. Every day. For everyone.
We are committed to building a representative, diverse, inclusive, and culturally responsive workforce.
We are committed to the Truth and Reconciliation Commissions Calls to Action.
We work in the spirit of truth and reconciliation, acknowledging Saskatchewan as the traditional territory of First Nations and Métis People.
Please note: Only applications that include all required documentation will be considered.