Director of recreation therapy vs recreation assistant

Differences between director of recreation therapy and recreation assistant duties and responsibilities

Director of recreation therapy example responsibilities.

• Manage activity and progress reports including statistical data require by regulators, initial assessments, MDS and IDC documentation.
• Work with mentally ill, physical rehabilitation, Alzheimer's, dementia, and HIV/AIDS affect residents of facility.
• Design architecture and lay-out of rehabilitation room and surrounding patio.
• Plan and direct medically approve recreation program for patients in hospitals and other institutions.
• Maintain and continually restructure the Alzheimer's unit separate sensory room utilize for auditory, visual, olfactory and tactile stimulation.
• Manage annual MWR budget aboard the ship, to encompass monetary intake of over $1million.

Recreation assistant example responsibilities.

• Manage one-on-one and group social and physical sessions with long-term nursing and short-term rehabilitation residents
• Assist multiple MWR facilities with the upkeep, accountability and sanitation of workout and rehabilitation equipment.
• Respond to emergency situation and administering first aid and CPR when need.
• Assist in the setup and operation of major MWR events, such as Oktoberfest and fund raising concerts.
• Coordinate large events/gatherings in accordance with MWR procedures, including reserving special locations, food & beverage and entertainment.
• Conduct therapeutic groups such as ADL skills, team building, self expression and skill building amongst all age groups.
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