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Recreation Coordinator

  • Big River, SK
  • On-site
  • Posted Sep 23, 2026
  • 1 position

$28–$30 / hour

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Employment type
Full-time, Temporary
Experience level
Entry, Junior · 0+ years
Minimum education
Professional degree
Apply by
Sep 29, 2026
Posting language
English
Working hours
38 hours per week

Job summary

The Recreation Coordinator develops, plans, and organizes programs to enhance the holistic care of clients, patients, and residents. They are responsible for validating and delivering these programs to support mental, emotional, physical, spiritual, and cultural well-being.

Job details

Position #: 170625 Expected Start Date: October 29, 2026 Union: CUPE Facility: Big River Health Centre City/Town: Big River Department: Recreation Type: Full-time temporary Expected Up to Date: July 02, 2027 FTE: 1 Shift Information: Days Number of Hours per Rotation: 14 shifts of 8 hours per 3 weeks Relief: No Float: No Salary or Pay Band: Pay Band 13 $27.990 to $30.000 (3 step range) Travel Required: No Job Description: Develops, plans, organizes, validates and delivers programs to enhance the holistic care of clients/patients/residents (mental, emotional, physical, spiritual and cultural). Human Resources Exemption: No Education * Therapeutic Recreation diploma Competencies * Communication skills * Organizational skills * Interpersonal skills * Basic - Computer skills Knowledge and Abilities * Ability to work independently Other Information * Valid driver's license, where required * Official Description at: //www.working-for-health.ca/supportjobevaluation The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) is the largest employer in Saskatchewan, employing more than 45,000 staff in a dynamic healthcare environment. The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) is committed to providing coordinated quality services that are seamless, safe and patient-centred. Applicants must upload all relevant documents (ex: certificates, diplomas, proof of enrollment, licenses and/or memberships) relating to the qualifications of the position. By submitting your application, you consent to your application history and talent profile being shared with Human Resources and the applicable hiring team. Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. Those being interviewed are required to bring a valid Criminal Record Check (CRC) to the interview; it must be dated within six (6) months and include a vulnerable sector search. > We work together to improve our health and well-being. Every day. For > everyone. > We are committed to building a representative, diverse, inclusive, and > culturally responsive workforce. > We are committed to the Truth and Reconciliation Commissions Calls to Action. > We work in the spirit of truth and reconciliation, acknowledging Saskatchewan > as the traditional territory of First Nations and Métis People. Please note: Only applications that include all required documentation will be considered.

What you’ll do

The Recreation Coordinator develops, plans, and organizes programs to enhance the holistic care of clients, patients, and residents. They are responsible for validating and delivering these programs to support mental, emotional, physical, spiritual, and cultural well-being.

Requirements

Candidates must possess a Therapeutic Recreation diploma and demonstrate strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills. A valid driver's license and the ability to work independently are also required.

Listed skills

  • interpersonal skills · Preferred
  • Communication Skills · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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  • Therapeutic recreation
  • Program planning
  • Communication skills
  • Organizational skills
  • Interpersonal skills
  • Computer skills
  • Holistic care
  • Independent work
  • Communication
  • Organizational Skills
  • Interpersonal Communications
  • Computer Literacy
  • Valid Driver's License
  • Reconciliation
  • Holistic Health
  • Cultural Responsiveness
  • Recreational Therapy

Job areas

  • Healthcare
  • Sports & Recreation
  • Social Services
  • Recreation Coordinator
  • Recreation / Activities Worker
  • Fitness and Recreation Instructors and Programme Leaders
  • Recreation Workers