Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist

Description
• Plan, organize and participate in medically orientated recreational therapy programs to include evaluating extent of abilities and limitations and assisting patient regain coordination through the utilization of selected recreational therapy procedures; determine activity assignments to obtain a therapeutic goal.
• Assist clients in performing activities of all types
• Use physical exercises to help patients increase strength and dexterity
• Use activities to help patients improve visual acuity and the ability to discern patterns
• Design treatment plans and recommend programs suited to individual potential and rehabilitative needs.
• Coordinate therapy with other therapeutic activities according to patient's needs, capabilities, interests and treatment goals and objectives.
• Participate in ward rounds, patient care conferences, consultations and educational programs designed to improve patient care and staff performance; recommend new therapy methods and techniques.
• Prepare and maintain a variety of records and files indicating patient progress, care plans and related statistical data as required by departmental and hospital policies.
• Provide instruction, guidance and technical assistance to assistants, aides and other members of the health care team in recreational therapy methods and techniques.
• Assist in recommending the selection and purchase of materials, supplies and equipment.
• Perform other related duties incidental to the work described herein
Requirements Education Required:
High School
Licenses & Certifications Required:
C-Cert Thera Rec Spec
Preferred:
C-Heartsaver
C-BLS