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Therapeutic Recreation Specialist

2 months ago

Nevada, Iowa, United States Courseadvisor Full time

Overview of the Role:
The Therapeutic Recreation Specialist is responsible for planning, directing, and coordinating medically-approved recreational programs tailored for individuals in healthcare settings such as hospitals and nursing facilities.

Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and implement engaging activities that may include sports, outings, dramatics, social events, and creative arts.
- Assess individual patient conditions to recommend suitable recreational activities that promote well-being.
- Document and report patient responses and progress to the treatment team.

Daily Life as a Recreation Therapist:
Encourage clients facing unique challenges to learn new skills and participate in health-enhancing leisure activities, including:
- Sports and games
- Arts and crafts
- Gardening

Essential Duties:
- Conduct therapy sessions aimed at enhancing both mental and physical health.
- Collaborate with treatment team members to design and evaluate therapy programs.

Key Skills Required:
- Service Orientation: A proactive approach to assisting individuals.
- Social Awareness: Understanding and interpreting the reactions of others.
- Active Listening: Fully engaging with what others communicate, asking relevant questions, and allowing for uninterrupted dialogue.
- Effective Communication: Clearly conveying information to others.
- Coordination: Harmonizing actions with those of others.
- Critical Thinking: Employing logic to assess the merits and drawbacks of various solutions.

Qualifications:
What educational background is necessary to become a Therapeutic Recreation Specialist?

Tools and Technologies:
While not all positions require them, the following tools are commonly utilized by Recreation Therapists:
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Presentation software
- Patient electronic medical record (EMR) systems
- Music composition software
- Speech recognition technology
- Musical instrument digital interface (MIDI) software