Vocational Rehab Coordinator
Assertive Community Treatment (ACT), Vancouver
“My motto is, ‘I work to play.’ I get out of bed each morning because I love outdoor sports—specifically rock climbing and white-water kayaking. I love the sensation of adrenaline pumping through my veins and the end result of feeling healthy in both mind and body.
What is really enjoyable about my job is that I can help instill this philosophy in the people I work with. I want to demonstrate to them that getting out of bed in the morning is about finding your passion in life. I believe recreation therapy is a foundation for recovery and health. When I began the field was not well recognized and I had to advocate for a position in a child and youth mental health program. There are now many recreation therapy positions throughout VCH and this is very exciting. I love what I do because I have witnessed people I work with make positive changes in their lives. It’s about promoting self-confidence through recreational activities.”
Alison has worked in VCH facilities since 2000. See our current career opportunities in therapy services.
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You are a wonderful person both- in person and in your professional life. Keep doing your amazing work!
Thank you so much for your kind words
Alison, you really embody the values and philosophy of Therapeutic Recreation. Thanks for bringing that spirit to VCH.