Recreational Therapist Skills Checklist

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PLEASE RATE YOUR LEVEL OF SKILLS & FREQUENCY OF PERFORMANCE FOR THE FOLLOWING PROCEDURES/SKILLS:

Proficiency

I have never done the stated task.
I have performed the task/skill infrequently; I require more experience/practice to feel comfortable and proficient.
I have performed the task/skill several times and feel moderately comfortable functioning independently but would require a resource person nearby.
I have performed the task/skill frequently and would feel very comfortable and proficient performing it without supervision or practice.

Frequency

PROFESSIONAL BACKGROUND OF PRACTICE *

	SKILL		FREQUENCY
Basic knowledge of life stages
Common side effects of general medication groups
Common diagnosis
Basic knowledge of other disciplines
Basic knowledge of ethics related to practice
Fundamental knowledge of types of legal status to support facility's policies
Knowledge of standards of practice (JCAHO, HCFA, CARF, NCQA, ATRA/NTRS, etc.)
Knowledge of treatment outcomes
Knowledge of how neuromuscular systems works and impacts function
Knowledge of how cardiovascular system works and impacts functions
Knowledge and ability to avoid dual relationships
Assisting patient movement: transfers, bed, mobility
Common dietary orders and restrictions
Access community resources and scope of continuity of care available
Techniques/therapist behaviors required to implement close observation orders
Understanding of commonly used scales
Measure vital signs
Use task analysis techniques to analyze individual activity consistent with diagnosis, precautions, and contraindications

ASSESSMENT SKILLS *

	SKILL		FREQUENCY
Skill chart review
Skill interview
Standardized assessments in recreational therapy
Choose, administer and interpret assessment to develop a treatment plan
Type of referrals to be made
Assess when contraindications related to activity exist

TREATMENT PLANNING *

	SKILL		FREQUENCY
Incorporate information from assessment with that of other team members
Basic clinical judgment in establishing the frequency, intensity, and duration of treatment interventions
Working knowledge related to diversity issues
Collaboratively develop patient treatment plans
Use a variety of interventions/programs to improve physical, cognitive, social, emotional and behavioral abilities
Ability to blend patients with different impairments in a group setting and maintain milieu, appropriateness, and safety
Ability to use/adapt existing supplies and facilities to better meet patient needs

HEALTH AND SAFETY SKILLS *

	SKILL		FREQUENCY
Establish and maintain a safe workplace for staff, patients, and the public
Principles of guarding the public's, patient's, and staff's safety related to confidentiality and right to know
Body mechanics and back safety techniques when transferring patients and lifting objects
Seizure precautions
Identify behaviors indicating suicide, elopement, or assault
Identify tools/supplies that may be used as a weapon or may harm a patient
Skin breakdown precautions
Orthopedic precautions
Maintaining a safe, clean environment
Monitoring patients on a chemical treatment program

BEHAVIOR MANAGEMENT *

	SKILL		FREQUENCY
Perform de-escalation techniques while maintaining a safe and therapeutic environment
Understand the purposes of different categories of restraints
Use of behavior modification techniques

EQUIPMENTS *

	SKILL		FREQUENCY
Safety belts and restraint systems
Communication equipment: pagers, phones, two-way radios, call lights, PA systems
Word processing equipment
Basic internet skills
Fitness equipment
Pool equipment
Sports equipment
Personal hygiene equipment
Emergency equipment
Kitchen and craft equipment
Patient equipment
Adaptive devices

ELECTRONIC DOCUMENTATION *

AGE-SPECIFIC COMPETENCIES *

	SKILL		FREQUENCY
Newborn/Neonate (birth to 30 days)
Infant (31 days to 12 months)
Toddle (1-3 years)
Preschooler (3-5 years)
School-age children (5-12 years)
Adolescents (12-18 years)
Young adults (18-39 years)
Middle adults (39-64 years)
Older adults (64-79 years)
Elderly adults (80+ years)

Attestation

ATTESTATION: *

I certify that the information provided above accurately reflects my experience in each of the clinical areas identified within the past three years.

If you agree with the Attestation above, please electronically sign your name. *