Eric Johnson
Lehi,UT
Summary
Experienced Recreational Therapist with expertise in client assessment, individualized treatment planning, and activity adaptation. Strong background in designing therapeutic programs that support rehabilitation, independence, and quality of life.
Overview
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1
Certification
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Recreational Therapist/State Certified Correctiona
State Of Utah Department Of Corrections
Salt Lake City, UT
01.2006 - 02.2026
- Assessed client interests, abilities, and leisure needs in clinical settings.
- Assessed clients' physical, emotional and cognitive abilities to determine appropriate therapeutic interventions.
- Developed individualized treatment plans with interdisciplinary healthcare teams.
- Created, executed, and assessed individualized recreational therapy treatment plans to address specific client needs.
- Implemented therapeutic recreation techniques including goal setting, relaxation techniques, sensory integration exercises and more.
- Planned therapeutic recreation activities for rehabilitation services and long-term care residents.
- Led group sessions using games, music, crafts, and exercise.
- Adapted activities for physical, cognitive, and emotional limitations.
- Documented client progress in therapy records and care plans.
- Mentored recreation staff in therapeutic techniques and client engagement.
- Facilitated community activity participation to enhance client independence and self-esteem.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to ensure best possible care for patients.
Education
Master of Arts - Recreational Therapy
Brigham Young University
Provo, Utah12-1986
Bachelor of Science - Recreational Therapy
Brigham Young University
Provo, Utah04-1984
Skills
- Client assessment
- Treatment planning
- Progress documentation
- Activity adaptation
- Activity planning
- Group facilitation
- Leisure education
- Adaptive programming
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Clinical communication
- Time management
- Problem solving
- Team leadership
- Adaptive programming
Certification
- MTRS License State of Utah Lic. # 3083604
- NCTRC(Therapeutic Recreation Specialist)Cert.# 31239
- State of Utah Certified State Correctional Officer # 0002-9053
Accomplishments
- 41 time Huntsman World Senior Games Gold Medalist (2011-2026)
- 2026 and 2025 National USA Racewalker of the Year (National Masters News Magazine)
- 2024 Huntsman World Senior Games Hall of Fame
- 17 time Utah Best of State Amateur Athlete of the Year
- 2 time Utah Best of State Statue Award winner in Sports
- 102 time USATF All-American
- 1980 USA Olympic Team Track and Field
Timeline
Recreational Therapist/State Certified Correctiona
State Of Utah Department Of Corrections
01.2006 - 02.2026
Master of Arts - Recreational Therapy
Brigham Young University
Bachelor of Science - Recreational Therapy
Brigham Young University