Salary range: The salary range for this position is CAD $37.89 - $47.31 / hour Why Fraser Health?:
We are currently hiring for Casual Recreation Therapists to join our Rehabilitation team at Surrey Memorial Hospital located in Surrey, B.C.

• Provides input into the development of recreation programs in the assigned areas. Implements and evaluates recreation therapy programs and determines program modification as necessary. Promotes the patient/client’s ability to access and participate in community resources that will help their transition from a hospital to home community setting.
• Conducts the assessment of each patient/client’s social and leisure abilities and, in cooperation with other members of the interprofessional team, plans, implements and evaluates patient/client plans of care. Educates patients/clients and families in aspects of recreation therapy treatment.
• Participates in interprofessional team conferences and family conferences as necessary.
• Collaborates with other team members regarding program related issues.
• Provides input into the performance evaluation of clinical support staff.
• Assists with the implementation of staff education programs relating to recreation therapy and rehabilitation services.
• Acts as a resource person to staff regarding patient/client’s therapeutic recreation needs.
• Prepares food items with patients/clients; portions out and serves food and beverages and assists patients/clients with eating.
• Makes recommendations regarding the purchase, general maintenance and repair of equipment and supplies.
• Maintains patient/client records, clinical outcome measures and statistical data in accordance with department, facility and professional standards.
• Participates in interprofessional, departmental and professional development to ensure awareness of current developments of evidence-based therapeutic recreation practice.
• Provides instruction, feedback and supervision to students as required.
• Performs other related duties as assigned