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Recreation Therapy Assistant - ABI Transitional Housing Program
Vancouver Coastal Health
Vancouver, BC
$31.17 to $32.85 CAD / hour
Part-time
Come work as a Recreation Therapy Assistant with Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH) on the Acquired Brain Injury (ABI) Transitional Housing team at Oak Care Centre. Apply now to join the team!
Recreation Therapy Assistant
Vancouver Coastal Health
North Vancouver, British Columbia
Other
…functions under the operational supervision of the Program Manager or Team Leader and the practice supervision and work direction of the Recreation Therapist, to carry out recreation…
Recreation Therapy Assistant GM (REC.26.04)
Excel Society
Edmonton, AB
Full-time
Supporting residents to become involved in the community where appropriate and under the direction of the Manager and Recreational Therapist. Networking with various agencies and community…
Rec Therapy Assistant - VM - Perm FT
Park Place Seniors Living
Edmonton, AB
Full-time
Recognized Therapy Assistant Diploma (Therapeutic Recreation or Rehabilitation) from an accredited school, equivalent training, or experience to be considered.
Recreation Assistant
Baptist Housing
Victoria, BC
Part-time
As a Recreation Assistant, you play a key role in creating a vibrant and supportive environment for residents. Under the direction of the Recreation Therapy Manager, your day-to-day task…
Recreation Assistant
Baptist Housing Seniors Living
Victoria, BC
$31.64 CAD / hour
Part-time
As a Recreation Assistant, you play a key role in creating a vibrant and supportive environment for residents. Under the direction of the Recreation Therapy Manager, your day-to-day task…
Recreation Assistant (Casual On-Call)
Baptist Housing
White Rock, BC
Part-time
As a Recreation Assistant, you play a key role in creating a vibrant and supportive environment for residents. Under the direction of the Recreation Manager, your day-to-day task involves…
Recreation Assistant (Casual On-Call)
Baptist Housing Seniors Living
White Rock, BC
$29.83 CAD / hour
Part-time
As a Recreation Assistant, you play a key role in creating a vibrant and supportive environment for residents. Under the direction of the Recreation Manager, your day-to-day task involves…
Therapy Assistant
Alberta Health Services
Edmonton, AB · Greater Edmonton Metropolitan Area
Temporary
…Transition Services and Palliative Care. We are looking for a Therapy Assistant to join our Home Living team to provide professional support services in the homes of clients of all ages and…
Therapeutic Recreation Assistant
TVCC
London, ON
Full-time
We are currently recruiting to fill a temporary, full-time (37.5 hours per week) Therapeutic Recreation Assistant position in the Early Childhood, School Age and Adolescent Program…
Recreational Assistant (ADP) - Casual leading to Part Time
Wing Kei Care Centres
Calgary, AB
Part-time
Under the direction and supervision of the Clinical Manager, the Recreational Assistant (ADP) will support the Adult Day Program and its activities, by providing companionship and care to…
Added 15 hours ago
Therapeutic Assistant - Rehabilitation & Supportive Care Services (CZ DGH)
Nova Scotia Health and IWK Health
Dartmouth, NS
Reporting to the Program Manager and working under the direction of the recreation therapist and/or regulated health care professional, The Therapeutic Assistant (TA) is a member of the…
Added 4 hours ago
Therapeutic Assistant - Rehabilitation & Supportive Care Services (CZ DGH)
Nova Scotia Health Authority
Dartmouth, NS
Full-time
Reporting to the Program Manager and working under the direction of the recreation therapist and/or regulated health care professional, The Therapeutic Assistant (TA) is a member of the…
Physiotherapist II
Alberta Health Services
Rimbey, AB
Temporary
…Amenities include a Library, Agricultural Centre, A Community Recreation Centre complete with Gym, Arena, and Curling club, Ball Diamonds, Lions Campground with walking trails, Soccer…
Rehabilitation Aide (FT)
Optima Living
Calgary, Alberta
Completion of a recognized recreation therapy or rehabilitation assistant program.
Rehabilitation Aide (FT)
Optima Living
Calgary, Alberta
Completion of a recognized recreation therapy or rehabilitation assistant program.
Rehabilitation Aide - FT
Optima Living
Calgary, Alberta
Completion of a recognized recreation therapy or rehabilitation assistant program.
Rehabilitation Aide - FT
Optima Living
Calgary, Alberta
Completion of a recognized recreation therapy or rehabilitation assistant program.
Physiotherapist
Baycrest
Toronto, ON
Full-time
This role will provide physiotherapy assessment and treatment services to the Complex Continuing Care unit, Slow Stream Rehabilitation, Musculoskeletal Rehabilitation High-Tolerance areas,…
REHABILITATION ASSISTANT
Northern Health - BC
Fort Nelson 2, BC
Part-time
…Occupational Therapist(OT), Speech Language Pathologist (SLP), or Recreation Therapist (RT), the Rehabilitation Assistant functions as a member of the multidisciplinary team in meeting the…
Team Assistant
Grandview Kids
Ajax, ON
$26.11 to $30.54 CAD / hour
Contract
…audiology, autism support; complex care program; occupational therapy; physiotherapy; respite services; social work; speech-language pathology; therapeutic recreation; and family…
Physiotherapist II
Alberta Health Services
Spirit River, Alberta
Full-time
…away from Grande Prairie with a variety of outdoor and indoor recreation opportunities and a multitude of dining and shopping opportunities. With the new Grande Prairie Regional Hospital…
Occupational Therapist II
Alberta Health Services
Spirit River, AB
Part-time
As an Occupational Therapist II, you will be responsible for the coordination of occupational therapy and other allied health clinical services within a program or service area. You will…
Manager of Patient Activities and Volunteers - 10995
Colorado Coalition for the Homeless
Quinte West, Ontario
Full-time
2+ years related experience in life enrichment, activities coordinator, recreation therapy, volunteer coordination, and/or event management required.

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TVCC

Therapeutic Recreation Assistant

London, ON, Canada

Pay: Salary Range: $28.92 - $31.26
Job type: Full-time
Apply by: Oct 11, 2026

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Responsibilities

Assist Recreation Therapists in planning and delivering therapeutic interventions for children and adolescents to achieve program goals. Provide family education and support inclusive participation in community and facility-based recreational activities.

Requirements

Requires a post-secondary diploma in Recreation Therapy or a related field and a valid Ontario driver's license with a vehicle. Candidates must have CPR and First Aid certification, with Bronze Cross or National Lifeguard certification preferred.

Experience

0 to 2 years

Education

professional certificate

Working hours

38 hours per week

Work arrangement

On-site

Skills

Therapeutic Recreation
Client Intervention
Family Engagement
Child Development
Interpersonal Communication
Critical Thinking
Microsoft Office 365
Videoconferencing
First Aid
CPR
Lifesaving
Volunteer Supervision
Inclusive Participation
Program Facilitation
Documentation
Organizational Skills

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Keywords

Therapeutic Recreation
Early Childhood
School Age
Adolescent Program
Adapted Fitness Centre
Bronze Cross
National Lifeguard
Lifesaving for Lay Rescuers
CPR
First Aid
Microsoft Office 365
Teams
Childhood Disabilities
Inclusive Participation
Healthcare
Hospitals

Original job description

We are currently recruiting to fill a temporary, full-time (37.5 hours per week) Therapeutic Recreation Assistant position in the Early Childhood, School Age and Adolescent Program (ECSAAP). This position is expected to begin as soon as possible and end in January 2028.

The designated office for this position will be London. Travel and service delivery within Middlesex, Elgin and Oxford counties is required. Regular evening and occasional weekend work will be required.

Responsibilities

Reporting to the Manager, Family and Community Services, the successful candidate will:
Assist Recreation Therapists (TRs) with developing, planning, facilitating, documenting, and evaluating direct and indirect client related Therapeutic Recreation (TR) interventions
Support and provide individual and group TR interventions to facilitate the achievement of targeted and generalized client and program goals
Support and provide family engagement, education, and participation programs at TVCC, community, and virtual locations, including programs such as recreational swims, family events, information fairs and open houses
Support and provide education and information at events for community members/partners
Engage in ongoing consultation and collaboration with TRs regarding feedback and observations of interventions
Under the direction of the TR, facilitate programming in the Adapted Fitness Centre (AFC), including supporting volunteers and clients to achieve goals
Support orientation and supervision of volunteers and students
Encourage and coach parents/caregivers regarding participation goals
Coach community recreation providers in the implementation of inclusive participation

Qualifications

Post-secondary diploma in Recreation Therapy, Therapeutic Recreation or Recreation and Leisure
Bronze Cross or National Lifeguard certification preferred; must be able to get and maintain Lifesaving for Lay Rescuers certification at a minimum
Knowledge of child development and childhood disabilities
Communication (written and verbal); organizational, interpersonal, and critical thinking skills
Computer proficiency including Microsoft Office 365 and videoconferencing software (e.g. Teams)
Valid Ontario driver’s licence and access to a vehicle required
Current CPR and First Aid certification

Salary Range: $28.92 - $31.26

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