Therapeutic Recreation Specialist Resume Guide

Hard-working therapeutic recreation specialist with 7+ years of experience in providing therapeutic activities to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. Skilled at designing innovative, evidence-based programs that help people achieve their goals and improve their quality of life. Experienced in working with a variety of populations, including children, adults, seniors and veterans. Committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive.

Seasoned therapeutic recreation specialist with 8+ years of experience designing and facilitating leisure activities to improve the physical, mental, and emotional well-being of clients. Seeking to join ABC Healthcare where I can apply my proven ability in creating therapeutic programs tailored for individuals with special needs. Successful track record of motivating participants to achieve their goals while also providing individualized attention as needed.

Energetic therapeutic recreation specialist with 5+ years of experience in developing, planning and delivering individualized therapeutic programs to clients. Skilled at creating fun activities that motivate patients to reach their goals and improve quality of life. At XYZ, developed a successful program for adolescents suffering from depression by introducing art therapy which resulted in an 80% decrease in depressive symptoms over the course of 6 months.

Detail-oriented therapeutic recreation specialist with 7+ years of experience working in a variety of settings. Skilled at developing individualized programs for clients to help them reach their highest level of physical, mental, and emotional well-being. At XYZ facility, created evidence-based treatment plans that resulted in improved patient satisfaction scores by 20%. Achieved certification as a Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS).

Passionate and experienced therapeutic recreation specialist with 7+ years of experience developing and delivering creative leisure activities for individuals from all backgrounds. Focused on providing safe, enjoyable experiences that promote physical, mental, social and spiritual wellbeing. Seeking to join ABC Recreation Center as the next Therapeutic Recreation Specialist where I can use my skills to create a welcoming environment.

Accomplished Therapeutic Recreation Specialist with 5+ years of experience in designing, implementing and evaluating recreational programs for individuals with disabilities. Passionate about utilizing a person-centered approach to create meaningful experiences that increase physical and psychosocial wellbeing. Seeking to join ABC Therapy Center where I can use my skillset to help people reach their highest potentials.

Well-rounded therapeutic recreation specialist with 5+ years of experience creating and leading therapeutic activities for patients in a variety of settings. Skilled at designing programs to meet the needs of each individual patient, while fostering an environment that encourages socialization, psychological well-being, and physical activity. Seeking to join ABC Care Center as their next TR Specialist.

Diligent and creative Therapeutic Recreation Specialist with over 6 years of experience in helping persons with disabilities reach their full potential. Experienced in providing one-on-one and group recreational activities for a wide variety of ages, abilities, and diagnoses. Excellent communication skills to effectively interact positively with clients and families.

• Diligently developed and implemented a wide range of therapeutic recreation programs for individuals with physical, cognitive or emotional impairments; successfully increased the number of participants by 40%.
• Revised existing activity plans to meet the changing needs and interests of patients while promoting social interactions among them in order to increase their quality of life.
• Expedited administrative tasks such as scheduling appointments, ordering supplies and preparing reports within strict deadlines; completed all assigned projects ahead of schedule by an average 10 hours per week.
• Documented patient progress accurately through written assessments, interviews and observations which were used to assess outcomes from medical treatments & therapy sessions regularly.
• Motivated clients to engage in recreational activities that focused on improving their physical fitness levels as well as developing coping skills; observed measurable improvements (elevated moods) in 85%+ clients over 3 months duration period on average.

• Supervised a team of 4 recreational therapists and facilitated the successful implementation of 15 therapeutic recreation programs for adults with disabilities; reduced staff turnover by 30%.
• Reduced incidents of behavioral issues among program participants by 80%, utilizing a combination of individualized behavior plans, calming activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
• Efficiently evaluated patient medical records in order to assess patients’ physical & mental needs, develop specialized treatment plans tailored to their conditions and track progress towards recovery goals.
• Prepared weekly reports on therapy sessions conducted that outlined objectives achieved, challenges faced and recommended follow-up treatments; improved communication between hospitals/clinics & community outreach centers regarding patient care status by 20%.
• Improved engagement levels among patients through provisioning leisure education workshops focused on improving life skills such as self-care, problem solving & time management; increased participation rate from 25% to 75% within a year’s time frame.

• Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized therapeutic recreation plans for over 130 clients, with a focus on improving physical, mental and emotional health.
• Advised clients of all ages on activities that best suited their needs; successfully managed behavioral challenges in group settings by employing positive reinforcement techniques.
• Independently organized recreational outings such as bowling trips, outdoor excursions and art classes for up to 50 participants at one time; reduced the number of incidents requiring medical attention by 10%.
• Adapted existing programs according to client preferences while leading sessions such as nature walks, yoga therapy or music/dance therapy; increased program attendance rate by 12% within 6 months.
• Compiled detailed reports documenting progress made during each session including milestones achieved and areas needing improvement; presented findings quarterly at team meetings with senior management staff members present.

• Resourcefully reorganized recreational activities for patients with special needs, resulting in a 20% reduction of program expenses.
• Structured weekly outdoor sessions to promote physical activity and social engagement among clients; increased client participation by 10%.
• Instructed adults and children on the use of therapeutic equipment such as trampolines, swings, balls & mats while adhering to safety protocols at all times.
• Optimized existing leisure resources through creative collaboration with local organizations; arranged more than 30 outings in 6 months period contributing $1,000 savings annually for the facility budget.
• Developed tailored activity plans based on individual needs assessment results that promoted cognitive development and improved patient behavior outcomes over an 8-month period by 35%.

• Represented a team of 7 recreational therapists in providing therapeutic activities to over 200 patients with physical and mental disabilities, helping them to improve motor skills, coordination and social interaction.
• Introduced camping trips and outdoor recreation therapy practices that enabled 20+ disabled children under the age of 16 years old to engage in leisure activities they had never experienced before.
• Meticulously monitored patient progress throughout each session; resulting in a 25% improvement rate across all treated cases within 2 months of program implementation.
• Implemented creative arts-based therapeutic systems such as art/music therapy, pet therapy & exercise regimens for 30+ patients admitted into residential care facilities; reducing overall stress levels by 40%.
• Demonstrated excellent leadership abilities when managing groups of 10 – 15 clients during organized sports events or field trips; lowered injury rates amongst participants by 28%.

• Achieved a 30% increase in client participation rates through the implementation of innovative therapeutic recreation activities.
• Facilitated over 200 group and individual therapy sessions for clients with physical, mental or emotional disabilities; developed personalized treatment plans to ensure that each participant’s needs were met.
• Accurately documented all relevant data related to patient visits including medical history, progress notes and outcome measures using electronic health records systems (EHR).
• Participated in weekly team meetings with other healthcare professionals such as physicians, nurses and social workers to discuss cases and develop coordinated care plans for patients; served as a liaison between various departments within the organization when needed.
• Streamlined administrative processes by creating templates for documentation procedures which reduced paperwork time by 45%.

• Evaluated patients’ physical and mental health status, developed individualized therapeutic recreation plans for over 30 patients a month and implemented activities to help improve their quality of life.
• Competently facilitated group therapy sessions, utilizing an evidence-based approach to foster communication skills & socialization amongst participants; achieved a 95% satisfaction rate from clients.
• Presented educational lectures on the importance of leisure activities in maintaining good overall health; raised awareness among 75+ people in local community centers each year.
• Assessed patient progress via one-on-one meetings, identified areas needing improvement and created customized rehabilitation programs accordingly; improved treatment outcomes by 15%.
• Mentored 5 junior staff members on recreational programming techniques while providing emotional support when needed; enabled team cohesion and collaboration within the organization’s Recreation Department.

Bachelor of Science in Therapeutic Recreation
Educational Institution XYZ
Nov 2011

Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS)
National Council
May 2017