Careers · Recreational Therapists · New York
Recreational Therapists in New York
Recreational therapists plan and lead medically-approved activities for patients in hospitals, nursing homes, and other facilities. These programs include sports, outings, drama, social events, and crafts designed to support patient recovery and well-being In New York the median pay is $65,520 a year, 6% above the national median of $61,960.
$65,520median pay in New York, per year
$57,980–$78,180middle half earn
1,230employed in New York
$61,960U.S. median, for comparison
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Who is hiring in New York
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What it takes
Preparation: Considerable preparation (most need a bachelor’s degree and several years of experience). Most hold a bachelor’s degree.
Skills that matter most
Service OrientationActive ListeningSpeakingSocial PerceptivenessCoordinationReading ComprehensionWritingCritical Thinking
Knowledge areas
PsychologyTherapy and CounselingCustomer and Personal ServiceEducation and TrainingEnglish LanguageSociology and Anthropology
Full profile, interests that fit, certifications and training: Recreational Therapists.
Licenses and training in New York
Recreational Therapists pay in other states
California · $98,170District of Columbia · $95,640New Hampshire · $82,280Nevada · $78,730Washington · $77,860Minnesota · $76,360Colorado · $66,580Oregon · $66,530Hawaii · $64,500Maryland · $64,300
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Are you suited for this?
Four short assessments and your background, scored against recreational therapists and 13,000 other careers — with the reasons. Free.
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O*NET-SOC 29-1125.00. Pay: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, New York, annual.