Job Summary:

Under general supervision, plans, directs or coordinates therapeutic recreation programs. Activities include sports, gardening, dramatics, music, social activities, and arts and crafts. Conducts assessment of a client's condition and recommends appropriate recreational activity.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities:

• Conducts therapy sessions to improve clients* * mental and physical well-being

• Confers with members of the treatment team to plan and evaluate therapy programs

• Develops treatment plans to meet needs of the client, based on needs assessment, client interests, and objectives of therapy

• Encourages clients with special needs and circumstances to acquire new skills and get involved in health-promoting life skills and leisure activities, such as sports, games, music, arts and crafts, and gardening

• Instructs client in activities and techniques, such as sports, gardening, dance, music, art or relaxation techniques, designed to meet their specific physical or psychological needs

• Observes, analyzes and records clients' participation, reactions, and progress during treatment sessions, modifying treatment programs as needed

• Obtains information from medical records, medical staff, family members and the clients themselves to assess clients' capabilities, needs and interests

• Plans, organizes, directs and participates in treatment programs and activities to facilitate clients' rehabilitation, help them integrate into the community and prevent further medical problems

• Prepares and submits reports and charts to treatment team to reflect clients* reactions and evidence of progress or regression

Entry Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in a therapeutic recreation or related therapeutic discipline from an accredited college or university AND One year of related experience OR One year of experience at the lower level Activity Therapist 1 (HCP060) or position equivalent. Note: Some positions may require registration in the area of assignment.

Preferred Qualifications:

In addition to Entry Qualifications, Preferred Qualifications may be added by the agency.