Recreation Therapist

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

Salary:$42,480

Education:
     Recreational therapists typically need a bachelor’s degree. Many employers require therapists to be certified.