Recreation Therapist

Duties and Responsibilities: Recreational Therapists plan, direct, and coordinate recreation-based treatment programs for people with disabilities, injuries, or illnesses. These therapists use a variety of moralities, including arts and crafts; drama, music, and dance; sports and games; aquatics; and community outgoings to help maintain or improve a patient’s physical, social,and emotional well-being.

Salary: $45,890 per year

Education: Recreational therapists typically need a bachelor’s degree.

Demand for this profession: Employment of Recreational therapists is projected to grow 12% from 2014 to 2024.

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Reflection: Do you think you would like to be one? Why? Why not?

I would not like to work as this because it seems like a pretty difficult job