Island Health·Victoria, British Columbia
Assess, develop, and implement individual and group treatment programs for an assigned caseload to ensure optimum patient/resident care. Coordinate patient and resident treatment programs with referring physician(s) and other medical professionals. Transport patients and residents between the hospital and other locations by operating a hospital van as required. Continuously improve quality and safety in accordance with the organization’s Vision, Purpose, and Values and strategic direction
Close Date Location Royal Jubilee Hospital (RJH) - Victoria, BC V8R 1J8 CA (Primary) Work Area (FBA Only) Multi-Site No Travel Requirement No travel required Shift Start Time/End Time 08:00-16:00 Days Off Weekend/Stats Vacancy Type Temp FT Salary Range (Hourly Rate) $40.19 - $50.20 Paid FTE 1.0 Worked BI-WEEKLY HOURS 75 Planned Start Date Aug. 4 2026 Approximate End Date (For Temporary Assignments ONLY) Feb. 7 2029 Pending Return of Incumbent Yes CRC required? (employee will be working with or have access to children or vulnerable adults and requires a Criminal Record Check) Yes
In accordance with the Vision, Purpose, and Values, and strategic direction of the Vancouver Island Health Authority (Island Health) patient and staff safety is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone; as such, the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position. Reports to the Manager or designate, assesses, develops and implements individual and group treatment programs to ensure optimum patient/resident care for assigned caseload. Coordinates patient and resident treatment programs with referring physician(s) and other medical professionals. Transports patients and residents between the hospital and other locations by operating a hospital van as required.
Bachelor's degree in Therapeutic Recreation plus one year of recent related experience.
Eligible for membership with the British Columbia Therapeutic Recreation Association.
Valid Class 4 vehicle licence.
CRC required (criminal record check) due to working with or having access to children or vulnerable adults.
Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
Demonstrated planning and instructional skills.
Ability to organize individual patient/resident treatment programs.
Ability to work cooperatively with other professional disciplines as part of a team.
Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position.
Demonstrated ability to safely drive a passenger van and a wheelchair access transport van
Market context
In British Columbia, Recreation Therapist roles in healthcare and community settings are often tied to rehabilitation, mental health, and long-term care teams, so demand can be steady where patient activity and recovery programs are prioritized. Competition is shaped by the required bachelor’s degree, recent related experience, professional association eligibility, Class 4 licence, and a criminal record check. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save time, then confirm your experience aligns with therapeutic recreation and transportation needs before applying.