Alberta Recreation therapy Jobs – 135 Openings This Week

Certified Athletic Therapist
SAIT —Calgary, AB
- $30 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- CPR Certification
- Supervising experience
- Bachelor's
- Paid time off
Youth Care Worker
Nightwind Treatment Centre —Rochester, AB
- From $23 an hour
- Full-time
- Experience working with children
- Bachelor's
- First Aid Certification
- Dental care
- Flexible schedule
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Director of Care Allied Health | Complex Mental Health (2026-0617)
Carewest —Calgary, AB
- Full-time
- Master's degree
- Acute care experience
- Leadership
Mental Health Therapist
Recovery Alberta —Fort McMurray, AB
- $44.93–$59.68 an hour
- Full-time
- Nursing
- Master's degree
- Bachelor's
13d
Spiritual Care Provider - Hospice
Park Place Seniors Living —Grande Prairie, AB
- $22 an hour
- Part-time
Recreational Therapy Aide
The Good Samaritan Society —Medicine Hat, AB
- $20.17–$25.28 an hour
- Part-time
- Experience working with individuals with disabilities
- English
- High school diploma or GED
4d
Thriving Families Team Lead
Grande Prairie Family Education Society —Grande Prairie, AB
- $30–$32 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- CPR Certification
- Supervising experience
- Education
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Activities Coordinator
Meridian Housing Foundation —Spruce Grove, AB
- Full-time
- CPR Certification
- Microsoft Office
- First Aid Certification
- Dental care
- Employee assistance program
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11d
Oasis Coordinator
Neighbourhood Associations of Medicine Hat —Medicine Hat, AB
- $30–$40 an hour
- Full-time
- Microsoft Powerpoint
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- Designated paid holidays
- Paid time off
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Activity & Wellness Coordinator
GEF Seniors Housing —Edmonton, AB
- $26.78–$30.30 an hour
- Full-time
- Customer service
- English
- Microsoft Office
- Disability insurance
- Dental care
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Minor Official Lead
SAIT —Calgary, AB
- $19.50 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- CPR Certification
- Customer service
- High school diploma or GED
- Paid time off
Minor Official
SAIT —Calgary, AB
- $17.50 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- CPR Certification
- Customer service
- High school diploma or GED
- Paid time off
Health Care Aide - AgeCare Dawson
AgeCare Dawson —Chestermere, AB
- Full-time
- English
- Paid time off
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[B] Health Care Aide, Union
AgeCare South Terrace —Edmonton, AB
- Part-time
- English
- Paid time off
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Occupational Therapist I
Alberta Health Services —Calgary, AB
- $42.51–$56.60 an hour
- Night shift
- Microsoft Powerpoint
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
Occupational Therapist I (2026-0375)
Carewest —Calgary, AB
- $38.90–$51.80 an hour
- Temporary
- Master's degree
Recreational Assist (ADP) - Casual leading to Part Time
Chinese Christian Wing Kei Nursing Home —Calgary, AB
- Part-time
Relief Youth Worker - Windsor Park and Raido House
The Calgary John Howard Society —Calgary, AB
- Weekends as needed
Quick apply
Occupational Therapist I
Alberta Health Services —Grande Prairie, AB
- $42.51–$56.60 an hour
- Full-time
- Bachelor's
Respiratory Therapist I
Alberta Health Services —Lethbridge, AB
- $41.95–$53.91 an hour
- Temporary
- BLS Certification
- Master's degree
- Bachelor's
3d
Beccarian Correctional Care - Recovery Coach (Part-Time)
ROSC Solutions Group Inc. —Red Deer, AB
- Part-time
- Caregiving
- Communication skills
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7d
Respiratory Therapist I
Alberta Health Services —Grande Prairie, AB
- $41.95–$53.91 an hour
- 8 hour shift
Trojans Assistant Coach
SAIT —Calgary, AB
- $20 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- High school diploma or GED
- Computer skills
- Paid time off
Respiratory Therapist I (#ALB00557565)
healthcarecan —Lethbridge, AB
- $41.95–$53.91 an hour
- Full-time
- BLS Certification
- Master's degree
- Bachelor's
- Relocation assistance
Psychologist - Must have experience w/ MMPI-3 or PAI Ax
Lifemark Health Group —Leduc, AB
- Part-time
- Bilingual
- Doctoral degree
- English
- Disability insurance
- Dental care
Quick apply

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Certified Athletic Therapist

SAIT
Calgary, AB

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Job details

Casual

Benefits

Paid time off
RRSP

Skills

CPR Certification
Supervising experience
Bachelor's
First Aid Certification
AED Certification

Full job description

The Athletics and Recreation department makes the SAIT experience an ace through programs and facilities that promote an active lifestyle. Join a team passionate about making sure no one is left on the sidelines when it comes to sport and recreation. Go Trojans!

The Opportunity

Job classification: A9000 - Pooled Wage Position

# of positions: 5
Hourly Rate: $30.00 Placement within the range is typically based upon a review of skills, experience, and internal equity.

Position End Date: March 3, 2027

Deadline to apply: Until Position is filled

SAIT’s Athletics & Recreation department is hiring part-time hourly Certified Athletic Therapists to support our AT offering to student-athletes. The Certified Athletic Therapist (CAT(C)) is responsible for the prevention, assessment, treatment, rehabilitation, and return-to-play management of injuries and illnesses affecting varsity student-athletes. Working within an integrated high-performance sport environment, the Athletic Therapist collaborates with coaches, physicians, strength and conditioning staff, mental performance professionals, and student athletic therapists to support athlete health, safety, and performance. This role also includes the supervision, mentorship, scheduling, and development of student Athletic Therapists (student ATs) participating in clinical placements and varsity sport support roles.

How you'll contribute

Athlete Care & Injury Management

Provide immediate on-field and clinical assessment of athletic injuries and medical conditions.
Deliver emergency care and coordinate appropriate medical referrals when required.
Monitor athlete progress and determine readiness for return to participation.
Maintain accurate medical documentation, treatment records, and injury reports.
Coordinate concussion assessment, management, and return-to-play protocols.
Communicate with coaches, Trojans leadership and student Athletic Therapists regarding injuries and rehabilitation processes
Ensure completion of daily notes & updates in PRIVIT for all student athletes seen in clinic or on-site

Student AT Supervision

Teach and provide mentorship to student Athletic Therapists in clinical setting
Assess student Athletic Therapists in a clinical setting
Review and complete chart notes written by student Athletic Therapists
Teach and provide guidance to student Athletic Therapists in field setting
Assess student Athletic Therapists in field setting

Travel AT Support

When required by league policy, act as travelling AT for Trojans teams

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Athletic Therapy or relevant field
1-2 years certified athletic therapy
1-2 years working in a multi-sport environment
Equivalent combination of experience and education may be considered
Certified Athletic Therapist (CAT(C)) designation in good standing with the Canadian Athletic Therapists Association (CATA)
Current First Responder Training
Current First Aid, CPR & AED Certification
Experience working in varsity, collegiate, or high-performance sport environments preferred
Experience supervising or mentoring students is considered an asset
Strong knowledge of concussion management, rehabilitation principles, and emergency care
Excellent communication, leadership, organizational, and interpersonal skills
Ability to work evenings, weekends, and travel with varsity teams as required

Capabilities

Clinical decision-making
Leadership and mentorship
Emergency response

Communication and collaboration
Time management and organization
Athlete-centered care
Professionalism and ethical practice
Conflict resolution and team management

We sincerely thank all applicants for their interest in this opportunity. We understand how important communication is, and we are committed to following up with every candidate. Please know that each application is thoughtfully reviewed, and you will hear from us either way.

Together, we build bold futures

At SAIT, we equip you with the resources you need to shape bold futures for yourself and our communities. We offer a comprehensive package including:

Generous top-up in lieu of time off and benefits

Professional development opportunities through access to LinkedIn Learning and discounted Continuing Education and Professional Studies courses

Access to Greenshield+ for virtual therapy at a reduced rate to support your well-being

Ability to contribute to RRSP or TFSA with reduced group rates

Excellent dining options on campus

Free access to our fitness facilities and group fitness classes

About SAIT

At SAIT, we’re building bold futures. We’re a community of tenacious problem-solvers, inventive thinkers, and passionate collaborators who believe in doing work that matters.

Named one of Alberta’s Top Employers, we’re driven by a desire to create an impact in our community. If you’re looking for a place where purpose meets possibility, you’ve found it here.

We’re committed to community and belonging

Community and belonging is essential to achieving SAIT's vision to be a global leader in applied education. We encourage applications from women, Indigenous people, racialized people, people with disabilities, people from gender and sexually diverse communities, and/or people with intersectional identities. Learn more about Community and Belonging at SAIT.

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

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recreation therapy jobs in alberta

Certified Athletic Therapist

Youth Care Worker

Director of Care Allied Health | Complex Mental Health (2026-0617)

Mental Health Therapist

Spiritual Care Provider - Hospice

Recreational Therapy Aide

Thriving Families Team Lead

Activities Coordinator

Oasis Coordinator

Activity & Wellness Coordinator

Minor Official Lead

Minor Official

Health Care Aide - AgeCare Dawson

[B] Health Care Aide, Union

Occupational Therapist I

Occupational Therapist I (2026-0375)

Recreational Assist (ADP) - Casual leading to Part Time

Relief Youth Worker - Windsor Park and Raido House

Occupational Therapist I

Respiratory Therapist I

Beccarian Correctional Care - Recovery Coach (Part-Time)

Respiratory Therapist I

Trojans Assistant Coach

Respiratory Therapist I (#ALB00557565)

Psychologist - Must have experience w/ MMPI-3 or PAI Ax

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