How much does a Director of Recreational Therapy make in South Carolina? The average Director of Recreational Therapy salary in South Carolina is $108,700 as of March 26, 2024, but the range typically falls between $74,500 and $128,100. 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 $51,089 SC March 26, 2024
25th Percentile Director of Recreational Therapy Salary $74,500 SC March 26, 2024
50th Percentile Director of Recreational Therapy Salary $108,700 SC March 26, 2024
75th Percentile Director of Recreational Therapy Salary $128,100 SC March 26, 2024
90th Percentile Director of Recreational Therapy Salary $145,763 SC March 26, 2024
25% $74,500 10% $51,089 90% $145,763 75% $128,100 $108,700 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 Goose Creek, SC Avg. Salary $109,126 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Abbeville, SC Avg. Salary $106,133 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Adams Run, SC Avg. Salary $108,666 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Aiken, SC Avg. Salary $106,248 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Alcolu, SC Avg. Salary $102,910 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Allendale, SC Avg. Salary $105,673 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Anderson, SC Avg. Salary $106,248 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Andrews, SC Avg. Salary $104,522 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Arcadia, SC Avg. Salary $108,205 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Awendaw, SC Avg. Salary $108,551 Date Updated March 26, 2024

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