Status: Open until filled.

Recreational Therapy Aide

Location: Penticton, BC

Competition #: PEN.26.035

Employment Type: Part-Time, Temporary

As the largest not-for-profit provider of seniors’ care in Alberta and British Columbia, The Good Samaritan Society and Good Samaritan Canada (together, Good Samaritan) have been providing exceptional care and support since 1949. We are faith-based, not-for-profit organizations committed to creating safe, comfortable communities where individuals experience caring, belonging, and purpose.

The Opportunity

Location

Good Samaritan Village By The Station
Penticton, BC

Employment Type

Temporary Part Time 0.77 FTE

Start Date

June 22, 2026

End Date

December 13, 2027

Hours of Work

0845 – 1515

Wages

$31.64

Employee Group

HEU

The Therapy Aide provides safe, effective recreational programming with a focus on the residents’ individual goals as outlined and approved by established practice. The Therapy Aide facilitates and implements recreation programs for the residents and provides support, direction and supervision to volunteers.

A high school diploma is required and post secondary therapeutic recreation aide course work preferred. Two years experience in Continuing Care/Community Care. Experience providing therapy aide assistance to geriatric and disabled populations and those with various cognitive impairments who reside within a long term care/community care setting. Valid Class IV Drivers License and First Aid Certificate required.

You are a self-directed individual with good oral and written English communication skills, excellent time management skills, attention to detail and problem-solving abilities. You have knowledge or experience in leading individuals and group situations. The successful candidate will have the ability to work in a cross-functional capacity, as well as work effectively on a multi-disciplinary team. Computer experience required. Food Safe 1 (Post July 29, 2013) or equivalent required for BC employees,.

Requirements:

• A current and clear Criminal Records Check Form and if applicable a Vulnerable Sector Check that has been obtained no more than 90 calendar days prior to the hire date.
• A tuberculosis screening that has been completed no more than 12 months prior to the hire date.

Internal Closing Date : May 27, 2026

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply. However, existing GSS/GSC staff will be given priority.

Good Samaritan is committed to upholding the values of diversity, equity, inclusion, and reconciliation in the workplace at all levels of the organization, as well as in the delivery of our services. We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds including, but not limited to, Indigenous peoples, racialized groups, people with disabilities, and people from the 2SLGBTQ+ community.