Recreational Therapist plans and directs medically approved therapeutic recreational programs for patients. Organizes activities according to patients' capabilities, needs, and interests. Being a Recreational Therapist conducts programs including symptom management, basic conversation skills, community re-entry, sports, gardening, dramatics, music, social activities, and arts and crafts. Prepares reports for patients' physicians describing individual patient symptoms and reactions to therapeutic programs. Additionally, Recreational Therapist conducts activity therapy assessment of a patient's strengths and needs, and recommends therapeutic activity. Documents progress on each patient. Requires a license/certification to practice from the National Council of Therapeutic Recreation Specialists. Requires a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to a manager. Requires to practice from the National Council of Therapeutic Recreation Specialists. Recreational Therapist's years of experience requirement may be unspecified. Certification and/or licensing in the position's specialty is the main requirement. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
The ARC of Martin County, Recreational Activities Coordinator will plan and oversee special activities for ARC of Martin County programs. The qualified individual will be responsible for all aspects of planned activity delivery including, but not limited to concept, vendor communication, price negotiation, communication with ARC group homes and programs, staff supervision, and direct care of activity participants.
The qualified applicant must have at least 1 year experience working with people with developmental and intellectual disabilities. Prior supervisory and program implementation experience preferred.
$500 BONUS!! Grow your professional career and join the ARC Team empowering children and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities to achieve their fullest potential. All new hires are eligible for a $500 bonus! Apply online or in person and see details on how the ARC invests in the backbone of our organization, our dedicated employees.
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