Therapy Assistant - Recreational

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Reporting to the manager and under the clinical direction and supervision of a Recreation Therapist, the Therapist Assistant will contribute to effective and efficient recreation programs in groups or in the client’s home environment. The Therapy Assistant works collaboratively with the members of the Home Care team within the Calgary Zone Integrated Home Care program. The Therapist Assistant fulfills four key roles: Service provider: supports the client and assists the Therapist with direct and indirect client care and non-client care service provision, including functional and goal orientated services to clients. Collaborator: works effectively with internal and external partners to optimize services. Lifelong Learner: enhances competency and service through reflective practice and continuous learning. Paraprofessional: Applies professionalism and ethics to the provision of person-centered care and participation in care teams.

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