Activity Therapist

Responsibilities and Qualifications

• Obtain information from medical records, medical staff, family members or patients themselves to assess patient capabilities, needs and interests.
• Plan, organize, direct and participate in treatment programs and activities to facilitate patient rehabilitation.
• Plan and implement expressive therapy, leisure and social activities for patients to ensure that their needs are addressed.
• Conduct sessions to improve patient mental and physical well-being, instruct patients in activities and techniques, such as sports, dance, music, art or relaxation techniques designed to meet their specific needs.
• Assess patient needs through observations, medical records, tests and discussions with other healthcare professionals, patient family and patient.
• Create treatment plans and programs that meet patient needs and interests.
• Complete assessments, create treatment plans.
• Plan and implement interventions to prevent harm to patient.
• Engage patients in therapeutic activities.
• Help patients learn social skills needed to become or maintain independent.
• Bachelor's Degree (Preferred) in Art Therapy or Recreation Therapy.