Recreation Therapist I

Edmonton, AB, Canada

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Job details

Education: Bachelor’s degree
Posting language: English
Posted: Nov 6, 2026

Original job description

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Classification:
Recreation Therapist I
Union:
HSAA Prof/Tech
Unit and Program:
Allied Health and Patient Experience
Primary Location:
Alberta Hospital Edmonton
Location Details:
As Per Location
Multi-Site:
Not Applicable
FTE:
1.00
Posting End Date:
13-NOV-2026
Temporary Employee Class:
Temp F/T Benefits
Date Available:
23-NOV-2026
Temporary End Date:
31-AUG-2028
Hours per Shift:
7.75
Length of Shift in weeks:
2
Shifts per cycle:
10
Shift Pattern:
Days, Evenings, Weekends
Days Off:
As Per Rotation
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:

Valid Heart & Stroke Foundation BLS-HCP. Experience working with individuals with addictions and mental health concerns. Must have demonstrated experience with individual and group program facilitation. Understanding and knowledge of recovery orientated care and rehabilitation models. Must have Class IV Drivers License or be able to obtain within the first month of employment.

Preferred Qualifications:

Strong patient and family centered approach. Ability to work within a collaborative team environment. Demonstration of punctuality, dependability and attendance record verifiable by references. CTRS designation considered and asset.

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Responsibilities

The Recreation Therapist I at Recovery Alberta will plan and run recreation programs for patients with addictions and mental health concerns, working one-on-one and in groups. The role supports recovery and rehabilitation goals within a hospital team.

Requirements

Recovery Alberta needs a bachelor's degree in recreation therapy or a related field, ATRA registration, and a Class IV driver's licence or the ability to obtain one within the first month. Candidates also need experience with addictions and mental health and with leading individual and group programs.

Skills

Recreation therapy
Individual program facilitation
Group program facilitation
Recovery-oriented care
Rehabilitation models
Addictions support
Mental health support
Patient and family-centered care
Collaborative teamwork
Basic Life Support (BLS-HCP)
Treatment planning
Documentation
Punctuality and dependability

Keywords

recreation therapist
therapeutic recreation
recreation therapy
recovery-oriented care
rehabilitation
addictions
mental health
group facilitation
program facilitation
patient-centered care
ATRA
CTRS
BLS
hospital
psychiatric care
recreation and leisure
allied health
HSAA
Alberta

Seniority

Entry level

Licences and certifications

ATRA registration
BLS-HCP

Languages

English

Fields of study

Recreation Therapy
Therapeutic Recreation
Recreation and Leisure Studies

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