Recreational Therapists

            Recreational Therapists

Duties and Responsibilities:

       Recreational therapists plan, direct, and coordinate recreation-based treatment programs for people with disabilities, injuries, or illnesses. Recreational therapists help people reduce depression, stress, and anxiety; recover basic physical and mental abilities; build confidence; and socialize effectively. They help people with disabilities integrate into the community by teaching them how to use community resources and recreational activities. They assess patients' needs through observations, medical records, tests, and talking with other healthcare professionals, patients’ families, and patients.

Salary: 42,280 

   Education:

 Most recreational therapists need a bachelor’s degree in recreational therapy or a related field. But, associate’s, master’s, and doctoral degrees are also available. Recreational therapy programs include courses in assessment, human anatomy, medical and psychiatric terminology, characteristics of illnesses and disabilities, and the use of assertive devices and technology. Bachelor’s degree programs usually include an internship.