Recreation Therapists work in diverse healthcare and community settings. Common work environments include hospitals (psychiatric, rehabilitation, and general medical), long-term care facilities, assisted living communities, veterans’ facilities, community recreation centers, substance abuse treatment centers, schools for children with disabilities, and correctional facilities. Some recreation therapists also work in private practice or as consultants. The setting you choose will influence the populations you serve, the types of interventions you provide, and your daily responsibilities, so consider your interests and strengths when exploring different practice areas.