Make an Impact on Seniors' Health!
SE Health Certified Recreation Therapists are the best of the best. We provide care and independence to our residents, using a client- and family-centered approach that incorporates the most current research into practice. When you choose to join SE Health, you become part of a diverse and collaborative care team where you’ll apply your skills – and your heart – to provide services that support our residents to live and age well. You’ll make a difference in their lives, and they’ll make a difference in yours! This position is for our Millrise facility in Calgary, https://seniorsliving.sehc.com/millrise
Why join our team?
• Competitive Total Rewards. So much more than a paycheque! Enjoy comprehensive benefits, pension, on-demand pay, car loan support, supportive housing and exclusive staff perks.
• Growth That Meets Your Ambition
Build your skills with education bursaries, tuition support, ongoing training, and mentorship. Our leadership team is available 24/7 to help you practice to full scope and deliver excellent care. With diverse roles and locations across Canada, you’ll have opportunities to explore new career paths or move into support and leadership positions.
• Innovative. At SE, we are always looking for new, innovative ways to improve. You’ll be encouraged and supported to identify and make improvements to the way we do our work. As a social enterprise, we support research into Senior’s Health and Aging.
• Purpose & Impact
Join a national social enterprise where your voice matters. Every role helps advance health, spark innovation, and strengthen communities across Canada.
• Manage your life. At SE, you’ll be supported with the time you need to meet the needs of your clients and meet your own needs, develop yourself and your career, and be part of a team.
• Support to be your best. SE Therapists are afforded the time they need to help their patients, to build rapport, to accomplish patient care and recovery goals, and to understand the home and life environments that impact recovery in a way you can’t in most other settings. At SE, you meet your patients where they are, and together you take them to new heights!
Status: PT/Perm (0.6)
Hours: 8:30-4:30
Rotation:
Week 1 Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday
Week 2 Tuesday, Wednesday, Saturday
POSITION SUMMARY:
Under the direct supervision of the Therapeutic Recreation Manager, you will assist with assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating resident involvement in programs and all recreation programs to ensure optimal benefits are being met. Your passion is to improve the physical, emotional, social, cognitive, and spiritual well-being of seniors living in supportive living and long-term care environments by advocating the use of therapeutic recreation and leisure activities to improve/ maintain functional ability.
POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:
In the absence of the Therapeutic Recreation Manager, the Assistant Manager will provide backup support to the Recreation Department and ADP Program, including:
· Interview, train, and evaluate all new Recreation and ADP employees and volunteers.
· Supervise and manage all recreation and ADP staff.
· Manage Recreation and ADP Department schedules, budgets, vacations, and conflicts.
· Serves as an important member of the management team.
· Promote the recreation department within the facility and the community at large.
· Liaise with the union representative/steward to resolve union disputes.
• Assessment: (20%)
• Intervention Planning: (10%)
• Program Development: (15%)
• Implementation: (10%)
• Evaluation: (10%)
• Documentation: (20%)
• Therapeutic Recreation & Community Practice: (5%)
• Risk Management: (5%)
QUALIFICATIONS:
· Bachelor’s degree in Recreational Therapy, Leisure studies, or equivalent.
· At least 3 years recent related experience, with proven supervisory experience.
· Membership with good standing with the Alberta Therapeutic Recreation Association (ATRA).
· Valid Class 4 driver’s license.
· Valid Standard First Aid and Level C CPR certificates.
· Updated immunization record
· A satisfactory Criminal Reference Check and Vulnerable Sector Check issued in the past 12 months.
· Recent experience working with the elderly or disabled persons, preferably in a supportive living or Long Term Care environment.
· Good oral and written communication skills.
· Good computer skills.
This is a physically demanding position and requires hand, arm and shoulder dexterity, sensory ability, lifting to a maximum of approximately fifty-five (55) pounds, walking, standing, bending, reaching, and frequent movement.
About SE Health
SE Health is a not-for-profit social enterprise advancing health with heart. With 115+ years of impact, we bring hope, happiness and exceptional care to people and communities across Canada. We lead with empathy, dignity, and purpose while building a future where everyone can realize their full health and well-being potential. We’re also an inclusive, supportive workplace offering competitive compensation, strong benefits, and real opportunities to grow. We’re All In Together.
COVID-19: To protect the health of our clients, teams, and communities, all SE Health employees must be fully vaccinated (two doses, 14+ days since the final dose).
Accessibility: If you require accommodations due to illness or disability, please contact Talent Acquisition at careers@sehc.com.
Posted March 06, 2026