Recreational Therapists   29-1125

Health Science

Description

Plan, direct, or coordinate medically-approved recreation programs for patients in hospitals, nursing homes, or other institutions. Activities include sports, trips, dramatics, social activities, and crafts. May assess a patient condition and recommend appropriate recreational activity.

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Occupation Details

 

Location

Virginia

Education Requirements

Bachelor's degree

Growth Opportunity

8.90% growth rate
50 annual job openings

Wage Range

$24/hour 21.04 23.53 50th percentile 28.36

Required Work Experience

None

On-The-Job Training

None
(no occupation-specific training required)

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