Recreation Therapist

Position Details

• Organization / Community Name: Broadmead Care
• Organization Website: Visit Website
• BCTRA Job Class: Recreation Therapist
• Employment Type: Part-time Permanent
• Job Location: Victoria,BC
• Hours Per Week: 28
• FTE: 0.80
• Compensation: Hourly – $40.19 – 50.07
• Application Deadline: 2026-10-05

All postings will expire after 30 days or at the application deadline, whichever comes first.

Job Overview

Broadmead Care is a vibrant non-profit long-term care provider in Victoria, BC, recognized for excellence, innovation, and leading practices. Funded through Island Health, Veterans Affairs Canada, BC Housing, and philanthropy, we provide long-term complex care and adult day programs for veterans, seniors, and adults with disabilities.
The Nigel Program is a licensed residential program for adults with complex disabilities. The interdisciplinary team at the Nigel Program provides nursing care, personal care, occupational and physical therapy, social work, dietary services, housekeeping services, and recreational therapy to facilitate active living programs.

This is more than a recreation role— it’s a meaningful contribution to residents’ quality of life. You’ll join a collaborative, values-driven organization where your work directly supports compassionate care and vibrant communities.
As the Recreation Therapist you will enjoy a comprehensive compensation and benefits package, including:
• Extended health, dental, short- and long-term disability insurance.
• Membership in the BC Public Service Pension Plan.
• Access to virtual health care and employee/family assistance program.
• Starting vacation of 15 days per year, increasing annually to a maximum of 35 days.
• Employee discounts through Perkopolis.

The Role

The Recreation Therapist is part of an interdisciplinary team delivering therapeutic recreation programs that enhance residents’ physical, emotional, social, cognitive, and spiritual wellbeing. You will assess needs, plan and lead programs, support engagement, and contribute to a positive, inclusive community.

Key Responsibilities / Duties

• Assess residents’ abilities, interests, and goals
• Develop and deliver individualized and group therapeutic recreation programs
• Use trauma informed, dementia informed, and culturally safe practices
• Encourage participation and meaningful engagement
• Collaborate with families, staff, volunteers, and community partners
• Document assessments, care plans, and progress notes
• Support and mentor Activity Workers, students, and volunteers
• Maintain safe equipment, program spaces, and vehicles
• Participate in care conferences, training, and quality improvement initiatives

Qualifications / Experience

• Degree in Therapeutic Recreation
• Eligibility for BCTRA membership
• Experience supporting adults with cognitive and/or physical impairments
• Strong communication, leadership, and teamwork skills
• Ability to adapt programs to diverse needs and abilities
• Valid BC Class 4 Driver’s License (or willingness to obtain)
• Ability to safely operate passenger and wheelchair accessible vans