Recreational Therapy Director Salary in Rochester, New York

Recreational Therapy Director Salary in Rochester, NY

How much does a Recreational Therapy Director make in Rochester, NY? The average Recreational Therapy Director salary in Rochester, NY is $114,518 as of August 27, 2024, but the range typically falls between $78,488 and $134,970. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target. 

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Recreational Therapy Director Salaries by Percentile
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10th Percentile Recreational Therapy Director Salary $53,824 Rochester,NY August 27, 2024
25th Percentile Recreational Therapy Director Salary $78,488 Rochester,NY August 27, 2024
50th Percentile Recreational Therapy Director Salary $114,518 Rochester,NY August 27, 2024
75th Percentile Recreational Therapy Director Salary $134,970 Rochester,NY August 27, 2024
90th Percentile Recreational Therapy Director Salary $153,591 Rochester,NY August 27, 2024
25% $78,488 10% $53,824 90% $153,591 75% $134,970 $114,518 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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Leadership 8.24%
Life Insurance 0.79%
Geriatrics 0.48%
Others 90.49%
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Long Term Care
 $119,099
4%
Planning
 $119,099
4%
Leadership
 $119,099
4%
Therapeutic Recreation
 $115,664
1%
Therapeutic Recreation
 $115,664
1%
Therapeutic Recreation
 $115,664
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Job Description for Recreational Therapy Director

Recreational Therapy Director directs the programs and staff of the recreational therapy department including policies and procedures. Sets and implements guidelines for recreational therapy programs. Being a Recreational Therapy Director conducts patient programs in areas of social interaction, theater, games, crafts, and music. Communicates the results of patient care to other health services. Additionally, Recreational Therapy Director may require an advanced degree. Typically reports to top management. May require professional certification. The Recreational Therapy Director typically manages through subordinate managers and professionals in larger groups of moderate complexity. Provides input to strategic decisions that affect the functional area of responsibility. May give input into developing the budget. Capable of resolving escalated issues arising from operations and requiring coordination with other departments. To be a Recreational Therapy Director typically requires 3+ years of managerial experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)... View full job description

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  • Access Physical Therapy & Wellness - Woodbury, NY
    Overview. An Amazing Opportunity for a Physical Therapist as a Clinic Director. $10,500 Sign-On Bonus. . Access Physical Therapy. is a member of the. Confl...
    - 4 Days Ago
  • Access Physical Therapy & Wellness - Wallkill, NY
    Overview. An Amazing Opportunity for a Physical Therapist as a Clinic Director. $10,500 Sign-On Bonus. Access Physical Therapy. is a member of the. Conflue...
    - 3 Days Ago
  • Access Physical Therapy & Wellness - Pomona, NY
    Overview. An Amazing Opportunity for a Physical Therapist as a Clinic Director. $10,500 Sign-On Bonus. Access Physical Therapy. is a member of the. Conflue...
    - 3 Days Ago
  • Access Physical Therapy & Wellness - Monroe, NY
    Overview. An Amazing Opportunity for a Physical Therapist as a Clinic Director. $10,500 Sign-On Bonus. Access Physical Therapy. is a member of the. Conflue...
    - 3 Days Ago
  • Access Physical Therapy & Wellness - Mamaroneck, NY
    Overview. An Amazing Opportunity for a Physical Therapist as a Clinic Director. Access Physical Therapy. is a member of the. Confluent Health. family of ph...
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Recreational Therapy Director Pay Difference by Location

Recreational Therapy Director salary varies from city to city. Compared with national average salary of Recreational Therapy Director, the highest Recreational Therapy Director salary is in San Francisco, CA, where the Recreational Therapy Director salary is 25.0% above. The lowest Recreational Therapy Director salary is in Miami, FL, where the Recreational Therapy Director salary is 3.5% lower than national average salary.

City, State Compared to national average
City, State San Francisco, CA Compared to national average
+ 25.0%
City, State Washington, DC Compared to national average
+ 11.3%
City, State Miami, FL Compared to national average
-3.5%
City, State Chicago, IL Compared to national average
+ 4.9%
City, State Boston, MA Compared to national average
+ 12.1%
City, State New York, NY Compared to national average
+ 16.8%
City, State Dallas, TX Compared to national average
-1.3%

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