The online Merriam-Webster dictionary defines Recreational Therapy (RT) as “therapy based on engagement in recreational activities (as sports or music) especially to enhance the functioning, independence, and well-beings of individuals affected with a disabling condition.” However, what does this mean in every day terms? What it means is that a recreational therapist uses recreational activities to not only provide fun things to do, but improve a client’s quality of life through physical, mental, sensory, social, educational and spiritual activities. Recreational therapists work with children and adults with varied abilities, conditions, and illnesses.
We have completed a quick search of our databases in regards to RT and found over 250 articles that include such subjects as surfing as a means of therapy and the importance of play. A search of our Tools Collection found two tools relating to recreation therapy. The American Therapeutic Recreation Association (ATRA) is an excellent place to find out what it takes to become a Recreational Therapist and to obtain more information about RT.
I have a masters degree in therapeutic recreation and currently looking for
a position in Sarasota, Florida (34231).
Can you help me?
Hi Miss Duggan,
I would highly recommend checking out the job page for the American Therapeutic Recreation Association. You can also look through their website for resources and other vital information. You might also consider checking out your local One Stop Career Center. They should be able to help you as well. Lots of luck to you!
The Information Specialists at NARIC
Hello Ms. Duggan
Thanks very much for visiting the NARIC blog!
Since we’re just a library, we don’t offer employment services. However, we can recommend a couple of resources you may find helpful:
One is to sign up for LinkedIn and subscribe to the Rehabilitation group. Several job postings are added there every week.
NCRTM has a RehabJobs site for posting positions and resumes at https://ncrtm.org/moodle/course/view.php?id=7
http://www.indeed.com aggregates job postings from several sources.
These are just a couple of places to start. The LinkedIn community is a great resource to tap into.
Good luck!