Child life therapist vs clinical therapist

Differences between child life therapist and clinical therapist duties and responsibilities

Child life therapist example responsibilities.

• Train and experience at managing challenging classroom situations using CPI methods and positive behavior reinforcement practices.
• Work with clinical staff to implement clients' rehabilitation plans.
• Serve on interdisciplinary team responsible for the treatment of acute psychiatric and mentally-ill chemically-addict veterans on an acute unit.
• Attend CFT and IEP meetings for clients; advocate for client's best interest.
• Develop individual educational plans (IEP) design to promote educational, physical and social development.

Clinical therapist example responsibilities.

• Provide clinical consultation to consumers and clients regarding manage care services and other benefits available to them through their EAP programs.
• Provide direct treatment services such as individual/group therapy and intervene in crisis situations when patients exhibit acute psychiatric symptoms.
• Direct patients to designate residential or supportive living options, community base placement/ treatment or other resources as necessary.
• Provide training for federal and public organizations regarding the psychological aspects of veterans having experience combat or military sexual trauma.
• Work closely with a license orthotist/prosthetist to obtain orthotics for children who require them.