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Recreational and Occupational Therapy
College and Career Awareness
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What is a Recreational Therapist?• Provide treatment and activities for
people with disabilities or illnesses.
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What is a Recreational Therapist?• What do Recreational Therapists use?
– Arts and Crafts– Animals– Sports– Games– Dance and Movement– Drama– Music – Community Outings
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What do they help with?• Reduce depression• Stress• Anxiety• Recover basic movements• Build confidence• Socialize effectively• Enjoy greater independence• Become involved with the community
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Where do they work?• Nursing and personal care facilities• Hospitals• Residential facilities• Community mental health centers• Adult day care programs• Correctional facilities• Community programs• Substance abuse centers
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How do I become a Rec. Therapist?• Bachelor’s degree (4 years of college)• Utah requires a license to practice
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How hard will it be to find a job?• Jobs will increase 15% from 2008-2018• More jobs available than most careers• Aging population = more jobs
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How much can I make?• Average pay in 2014 is approximately
$42,820 per year. $20.33 per hour.
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What is an Occupational Therapist?• Help people of all ages participate in
things they need to do each day.• Example – helping children with
disabilities participate in school.
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What do they help with?• Eating• Walking• Dressing• Changing body positions• Carrying objects• Cooking• Cleaning• And many more…
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Where do they work?• Hospitals• Rehab Centers• Nursing Facilities• Clinics• Schools• Community Centers
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How do I become an Occupational Therapist• Bachelor’s degree (4 years of college)• Utah requires a license to practice
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Learn Activities• Now it’s your turn to do some
Recreational Therapy activities.