Recreation Therapy Assistant - Part-Time (Hospital)

at  St Josephs Health Centre Guelph

THE JOB SUMMARY:

The Recreation Therapy Assistant (RTA) is an integral member of the health centre team. The RTA works in collaboration with the multi-disciplinary team to provide patient-centred care to hospital patients. Primary functions include providing recreation programs, encourage and support Patients to participate in recreation programs and 1:1 engagement for patients.

ACCOUNTABILITIES & SUCCESS CRITERIA:

• Key Contributes to the organizations efforts and initiatives to enhance SJHCG’s missions, vision and values.
• Performs duties in a manner that demonstrates the employee’s commitment to developing a culture of patient and staff safety through accountability, reliability, respect, trust and teamwork.
• Performs duties in accordance with all applicable legislative requirements (i.e. Ministry of Labour, Public Hospitals Act, etc.).
• Works in compliance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act and its regulations, reporting hazards, deficiencies, and contraventions of the Act in a timely manner, taking action to address any items including enforcement and monitoring of compliance by the staff they supervise.
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• In collaboration with Recreation Therapist:

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• Plan, implement and evaluate therapeutic recreation individual and group programs

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• Develop new programs to meet the changing needs of patients

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• Develop and evaluate goal-oriented programs and services for patients which support quality of life

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• Deliver programs and activities to meet the patient’s physical, social, intellectual, emotional and spiritual needs

• Responsible for assisting the Recreation Therapist with purchases related to involvement in Recreation programs and services.
• Responsible for preparation and clean-up of program work areas, maintaining a safe and clean environment for programs and department spaces.
• Facilitate group and individual Recreation programs ensuring the safety and wellbeing of patients participating in the program.
• Ensure equitable access to Recreation Therapy programming for all Patients, providing encouragement and motivation for patients to participate in activities that fit the patient’s interests and goals.
• Implement individual patient interventions related to responsive behaviours in coordination with the multidisciplinary team.
• Facilitate therapeutic interventions that acknowledge the patient’s needs related to individual and cultural diversity.
• Promote and communicate information about activities to patients and families.
• Ensure activities are carried out in a manner to reduce risk of injury to patient(s) and staff.
• Monitor behaviour and condition of patient(s) during programs and activities, ensure primary nurse or Team Leader is informed of all changes immediately.
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• Verbally communicate clearly, promptly, effectively and respectfully with all Patients, SDMs, stakeholders and employees of the organization.

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• Complete annual and quarterly MDS-RAI documentation.

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• Review and update patient care plans ensuring Recreation interventions are accurate and beneficial to the patient.

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• Contribute to the development and completion of the monthly activity calendars and ensure posted to units.

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• Develop and maintain therapeutic relationship with patients.

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• Develop and maintain a relationship with POA/SDM to provide information and support as needed for patient involvement in recreation programs.

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• Document all pertinent patient interactions in a thorough and timely manner according to organizational policy and procedure ensuring all documentation is accurate and complete.

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• Maintain a spirit of co-operation with other departments and multi-disciplinary team to ensure patient-centred care.

• Actively participate and collaborate with the multi-disciplinary team in conferences and team meetings.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Postsecondary diploma, degree or certificate in recreation and leisure studies, therapeutic recreation, kinesiology, gerontology from an Ontario postsecondary institution or other related field from a community college, university or diploma, degree or certificate granted from another jurisdiction or equivalent experience is preferred
• Gentle Persuasive Approach (GPA) preferred

SKILLS & ABILITIES:

• Experience in Hospital or Long Term Care would be an asset
• Experience using Point Click Care would be an asset
• Able to work effectively and efficiently and able to work independently in a fast-paced environment with minimal supervision
• Strong written and verbal communication and diplomacy skills are required to manage a fast-paced work environment, and deal effectively and professionally with individuals across SJHCG (i.e. physicians, allied health, external providers, visitors and families)
• Demonstrate strong independent judgement and a high degree of interpersonal effectiveness to be able to deal with stakeholders across various levels internally and externally
• Able to manage efficiently in a multi-tasked environment and ensure deadlines are met by prioritizing workflow
• Demonstrated discretion and confidence dealing with highly sensitive matters
• Adaptable and flexible to changing workplace demands to meet organizations requirements
  Rate of Pay: $27.03-$27.68
  Hours of Work: Approximately five (5) hours per week
  If you feel you possess the necessary qualifications and experience, and would like to be considered for this position, please submit your job application online here: External Opportunities - St. Joseph’s Health Centre Guelph
  St. Joseph’s Health Centre Guelph is an equal opportunity employer and strives for equity, diversity and inclusion in all programs, facilities, and people. St. Joseph’s Health Centre Guelph is committed to creating a barrier-free, accessible organization, and will work to accommodate any needs under the Accessibility for Ontario for Disabilities Act and the Ontario Human Rights Code. Should any applicant require accommodation through the application process, please contact Human Resources at employment@sjhcg.ca for assistance. If the applicant requires a specific accommodation because of a disability during an interview, the applicant will need to advise the hiring manager and/or human resources when scheduling the interview and the appropriate accommodations can be made.

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