Guide clients in therapeutic activities, such as exercises to improve motor skills and functional abilities

Lead children who have disabilities in play activities that promote coordination, socialization, and meeting developmental milestones

Teach clients new ways of accomplishing everyday tasks

Instruct clients in the use of special equipment—for example, showing a client with Parkinson's disease how to use adaptive devices to simplify meal preparation

Record clients' progress, report to occupational therapists, and do other administrative tasks