How much does a Director of Recreational Therapy make in North Carolina? The average Director of Recreational Therapy salary in North Carolina is $110,800 as of April 24, 2024, but the range typically falls between $76,000 and $130,600. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on the city and many other important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession.

Director of Recreational Therapy Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Director of Recreational Therapy Salary $52,118 NC April 24, 2024
25th Percentile Director of Recreational Therapy Salary $76,000 NC April 24, 2024
50th Percentile Director of Recreational Therapy Salary $110,800 NC April 24, 2024
75th Percentile Director of Recreational Therapy Salary $130,600 NC April 24, 2024
90th Percentile Director of Recreational Therapy Salary $148,627 NC April 24, 2024
25% $76,000 10% $52,118 90% $148,627 75% $130,600 $110,800 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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The Director of Recreational Therapy sets and implements guidelines for recreational therapy programs. Directs the programs and staff of the recreational therapy department including policies and procedures. Being a Director of Recreational Therapy communicates the results of patient care to other health services. Conducts patient programs in areas of social interaction, theater, games, crafts, and music. In addition, Director of Recreational Therapy may require an advanced degree. Typically reports to top management. May require professional certification. The Director of Recreational Therapy 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. Working as a Director of Recreational Therapy typically requires 3+ years of managerial experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Location Avg. Salary Date Updated
Location Aberdeen, NC Avg. Salary $104,061 Date Updated April 24, 2024
Location Advance, NC Avg. Salary $107,984 Date Updated April 24, 2024
Location Ahoskie, NC Avg. Salary $107,984 Date Updated April 24, 2024
Location Alamance, NC Avg. Salary $108,099 Date Updated April 24, 2024
Location Albemarle, NC Avg. Salary $108,791 Date Updated April 24, 2024
Location Albertson, NC Avg. Salary $104,408 Date Updated April 24, 2024
Location Alexander, NC Avg. Salary $106,023 Date Updated April 24, 2024
Location Alexis, NC Avg. Salary $111,791 Date Updated April 24, 2024
Location Alliance, NC Avg. Salary $104,869 Date Updated April 24, 2024
Location Almond, NC Avg. Salary $104,984 Date Updated April 24, 2024

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