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Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (Part-time)

Ottawa

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About this job

Part-time Therapeutic Recreation Specialist position with Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services delivering therapeutic recreation and life skills day programs for individuals with disabilities and special needs across various Ottawa locations.

Key Responsibilities

  • Assist with delivery of Therapeutic Recreation/Life Skills day program
  • Lead small groups in recreational activities
  • Design rehab and adapted recreation programming
  • Support program operations and service delivery

Qualifications

  • 4-year Therapeutic Recreation degree OR 3-year general degree with Therapeutic Recreation Diploma
  • 3-5 years experience in Therapeutic Recreation, Adult Day Program, ABI, Special Needs, Rehab, Community, or Inclusive Recreation
  • Current Standard First Aid, CPR and/or AED certificates
  • Crisis Prevention/Intervention training certificate
  • AODA Customer Service/IASR Training

At a glance

Part-time continuous position, up to 24 hours per week
Various shifts: Days, Evenings, Weekends
Multiple locations across Ottawa
Application close: 06/06/2027
CUPE 503 PT - RC & Aquatics/CUPE 503 PT Rec affiliation

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Job details

Salary
Experience Level
Mid level
Municipality
Ottawa
Province
Ontario

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Posting

Posted
October 7, 2026
Still listed
Confirmed on the employer's site October 7, 2026
Deadline
No closing date listed

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