Therapeutic recreation assistant vs recreation assistant

Differences between therapeutic recreation assistant and recreation assistant duties and responsibilities

Therapeutic recreation assistant example responsibilities.

• Manage one-on-one and group social and physical sessions with long-term nursing and short-term rehabilitation residents
• PAR train & CPR certify.
• Used CPR skills and other medical skills to treat many different situations.
• Specialize in the Alzheimer's lock care unit and plan daily therapeutic activities for residents.
• Coordinate and aid in the daily physical and mental stimulation of people suffering from Alzheimer's and other forms of dementia.
• Direct psychiatric intervention with adolescent psychiatric and criminally-incline patients in the form of group and individual counseling and teaching sessions.
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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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