Recreational Therapist

Work setting

• Hospital/medical facility or clinic

Responsibilities

Tasks

• Interview patients and review reports from health care professionals to determine patients' current and potential functioning levels
• Provide education to clients regarding health promotion and injury prevention, management and treatment
• Observe and analyze patients during treatment sessions
• Record observations, write progress reports and consult with other health care professionals to evaluate treatment plans

Credentials

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses 

• Certified therapeutic recreation specialist (CTRS)

Experience and specialization

Area of specialization

• Psychiatry

Benefits

Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Health care plan
• Vision care benefits

Financial benefits

• As per collective agreement