OPSEU
Job Title: Recreation Therapist
Status: Temporary Part Time
Department: Residential - McKay
Program: Durham Mental Health Services
8 Hour Shifts, days, evenings, weekends Schedule (Subject to Change)
Location: Lakeridge Health Durham Mental Health Services
Wage Schedule: $38.940 - $45.430 per hour
Posting Reference: 2600002905
Lakeridge Health is more than a hospital. It is a health network that includes five hospitals, a long-term care home, a community-based surgical centre, and more than 30 community sites across the Durham Region. Guided by our vision of One System. Best Health. and supported by a dedicated team of nearly 9,000 staff, physicians, and volunteers, Lakeridge Health is a place where the best people want to start, grow, and finish their careers in health care. We are focused on fostering an environment that's inclusive, compassionate, innovative, and joyful. This is Lakeridge Health!
This position is open to all qualified OPSEU staff throughout Lakeridge Health commencing 29 October 2026 and closing at 11:59 pm on 5 November 2026.
Position Description
The Recreation Therapist (RT) works collaboratively with an interdisciplinary team within the intensive day treatment program supporting clients' work towards their Mental Health goals.
RT is primarily responsible for assessment, intervention and evaluation related to clients' leisure needs, interests, abilities, community support and recovery. Using a client-centered approach, this position involves collaboration with the client, family, and the interdisciplinary team in the development of therapeutic recreation interventions, which maximize independent leisure functioning and enhance the well‐being of the client. The major functions of the RT are directly related to the Therapeutic Recreation Standards of Practice.
Duties And Responsibilities
Using a collaborative approach and evidence based practice, the RT is responsible for individual and group assessment, goal-setting, and implementation of intervention programs to promote independent functioning within the physical, emotional, mental and social domains.
Qualifications
- Degree/Diploma in Recreation & Leisure Studies & a Post Graduate Diploma in Therapeutic Recreation
- Member of Therapeutic Recreation Ontario (TRO)
- Current Basic Cardiac Life Support certification
- Minimum 2 years recent, related knowledge, skills and experience
- Demonstrated experience in applying prompt assessment
- Experience working with individuals with Mental Health issues
- Knowledge of psychotropic medications, symptom management and their impact in providing therapeutic recreation interventions
- Proven experience in crisis intervention
- Experience developing and leading workshops and groups,
- Demonstrated computer proficiency in Word, Power Point, Internet/Intranet and
2600002905 - Recreation Therapist in Ottawa employer: Lakeridge Health Corporation
Lakeridge Health Oshawa is an exceptional employer that prioritizes the well-being and professional growth of its staff. With a strong commitment to quality patient care, our collaborative work culture fosters teamwork and innovation, while offering flexible shifts that support work-life balance. Employees benefit from ongoing training opportunities and a supportive environment that values their contributions in the vital field of radiology.
Contact Details:
Lakeridge Health Corporation Recruitment Team
