Music Therapist Salary in Charleston, WV

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How much does a Music Therapist make in Charleston, WV? The average Music Therapist salary in Charleston, WV is $57,343 as of May 28, 2024, but the salary range typically falls between $51,372 and $63,726. 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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Music Therapist Brookville and Connersville

New Horizons Rehabilitation - Brookville , IN

Music Therapist New Horizons is looking for a Music Therapist to assist adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities to reach their individual goals. The Music Therapist uses music in a ...

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Music Therapist

Brio Living Services - Grand Rapids , MI

The Music Therapist will utilize the power of music to address physical, emotional, cognitive, and social needs of individuals in our Skilled Nursing and Memory Care areas. What you'll do

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Music Therapist

Dunn's Therapies - Houston , TX

Music Therapist Dunn's Therapies is currently seeking Board Certified Music Therapists to provide one on one therapy to clients in an in-home/facility-based setting. Services will be provided for ...

barefoot student - 9 days ago

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Envision Kids - Los Angeles , CA

The Music Therapist will work directly with children with special needs, using music interventions to address their individual goals and needs. This position offers a rewarding opportunity to make a ...

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Music Therapist Hospice

AccentCare, Inc. - Fort Lauderdale , FL

Overview Why You'll Love Being a Hospice Music Therapist at AccentCare / MT- BC Coverage Area: Broward County 5k SIGN ON BONUS Hospice Music Therapist BC-MT Hospice Music Therapist BC-MT Hospice ...

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Board Certified Music Therapist - Crestview, FL

Great Strides Holdco Inc. - Pensacola , FL

... a Music Therapist, new grads pending certification are invited to apply What You'll Get: As part of our team, you'll receive competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, endless opportunities ...

Adzuna - 14 days ago

What does a Music Therapist do?

Common responsibilities of a Music Therapist

Develops relationships with community partnerships and coordinates ongoing relationships with community organizations for special events.

December 19, 2022

Completes annual performance and competency evaluation process with management and participates in goal setting, performance improvement and educational training as needed.

March 27, 2023

Plans and carries out a general program of musical therapy ranging from passive listening programs to participatory programs involving singing, moving, playing, or dancing, drama, and even creating music.

April 14, 2023

Demonstrates an understanding of and adheres to privacy, confidentiality, and security policies and procedures related to Protected Health Information (PHI) or other sensitive and personal information.

September 19, 2022

Assist patient with needs regarding relaxation, communication, family support, anticipatory grief (patient and family), and interest in life legacy/review interventions.

January 04, 2023

Performs other duties as assigned by the appropriate administrator.

January 07, 2023

Complete Admission assessments in area of recreation and communication and other assessments for assigned residents.

February 23, 2023

Works with the recreation and other clinical staff to assess clients needs and interests as part of overall program planning.

April 04, 2023

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Average Salary Range for Music Therapist in Charleston, WV

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51372

63726

57343

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63802

57392

What is the average salary for Music Therapist in 2024?

These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Music Therapist in Charleston, WV. The base salary for Music Therapist ranges from $51,372 to $63,726 with the average base salary of $57,343. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $51,436 to $63,802 with the average total cash compensation of $57,392.

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	Average Salary	Average Salary Range
Base Salary	$57,343	$51,372 - $63,726
Bonus	$48	$64 - $76
Total Pay	$57,392	$51,436 - $63,802

* Base Salary represents gross income before taxes and deductions. It does not include additional pay such as benefits, bonuses, profit sharing or commissions.

* Total Pay combines base salary, bonuses, profit sharing, tips, commissions, overtime pay and other forms of cash earnings, as applicable for this job.

Music Therapist Salary Near Charleston, WV

CITY, STATE	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE	COMPARE TO Charleston, WV
CITY, STATE Huntington, WV	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $50,983 - $63,245	COMPARE TO Charleston, WV
CITY, STATE Beckley, WV	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $51,537 - $63,932	COMPARE TO Charleston, WV
CITY, STATE Parkersburg, WV	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $50,687 - $62,877	COMPARE TO Charleston, WV
CITY, STATE Portsmouth, OH	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $52,114 - $64,647	COMPARE TO Charleston, WV
CITY, STATE Chillicothe, OH	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $52,799 - $65,496	COMPARE TO Charleston, WV
CITY, STATE Fairmont, WV	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $55,881 - $69,320	COMPARE TO Charleston, WV

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About Charleston, West Virginia

Charleston is the most populous city in, and the capital of, the U.S. state of West Virginia. Located at the confluence of the Elk and Kanawha rivers, the population during the 2017 Census Estimate was 47,929. The Charleston metropolitan area as a whole had 214,406 residents. Charleston is the center of government, commerce, and industry for Kanawha County, of which it is the county seat. Early industries important to Charleston included salt and the first natural gas well. Later, coal became central to economic prosperity in the city and the surrounding area. Today, trade, utilities, governm...

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About Charleston, West Virginia Charleston is the most populous city in, and the capital of, the U.S. state of West Virginia. Located at the confluence of the Elk and Kanawha rivers,....More

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