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Meet a real Recreational Therapist:

Julie Hoehl

"I enjoy the creative aspect of my work. You cannot resort to identical intervention plans. You have to find what works best for each patient."

Activities
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 arts and crafts. May assess a patient condition and recommend appropriate recreational activity.

Minimum Education Required
Bachelor's Degree

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