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Occupational Summary for Recreational Therapists (29-1125)
Oregon Statewide
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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 arts and crafts. May assess a patient condition and recommend appropriate recreational activity.
Employment Projections
Region Employment Projected Annual Openings
2008 2018 Growth Replacement Total
Oregon Statewide 175 242 7 7 14
Current Job Openings
Job Title Location Order Number Wage Offered
Recreation Specialist 00014850 Eugene 721059 $20.87/hr to $29.21/hr
Activity Director Medford 720343 DOE
Wages
Region ----- 2010 Wages -----
Median Hourly Avg
Annual		 Middle Range
Oregon Statewide $21.57 $43,874 $14.50 - 26.48
Industries of Employment
private sector only
Industry 2008
Employment
Total, All Industries 175
Health Care and Social Assistance 119
Occupations with Similar Skills
Occupation Skill Overlap
Occupational Therapists 78%
Therapists, All Other 74%
Physical Therapists 57%
Respiratory Therapists 48%
Health Diagnosing And Treating Practitioners, All Other 42%
Statewide Employment Analysis
2008 employment is estimated to be somewhat smaller than the regional average. This occupation is expected to grow at a much faster rate than the regional average. Total job openings are projected to be at about the regional average.

Limited employment opportunities exist for trained workers.

Educational Requirements
Workers must have a bachelor's degree to gain the necessary skills for this occupation. However, those with a bachelor's degree and related work experience have a competitive advantage in this labor market.