How do they match: Recreational Therapists

  • Art Therapist
  • Creative Arts Therapist
  • Recreational Therapy Program Coordinator
  • Recreational Therapy Technician

  • Prepare and submit reports and charts to treatment team to reflect patients' reactions and evidence of progress or regression.
  • Conduct therapy sessions to improve patients' mental and physical well-being.
  • Confer with members of treatment team to plan and evaluate therapy programs.
  • Develop treatment plan to meet needs of patient, based on needs assessment, patient interests, and objectives of therapy.
  • Encourage clients with special needs and circumstances to acquire new skills and get involved in health-promoting leisure activities, such as sports, games, arts and crafts, and gardening.
  • Instruct patient in activities and techniques, such as sports, dance, music, art, or relaxation techniques, designed to meet their specific physical or psychological needs.
  • Plan, organize, direct, and participate in treatment programs and activities to facilitate patients' rehabilitation, help them integrate into the community, and prevent further medical problems.

  • Prepare reports summarizing patient diagnostic or care activities.
  • Develop treatment plans that use non-medical therapies.
  • Treat patients using psychological therapies.