What does a Recreational Therapist earn?
On average, recreational therapists earn around $60,910 per year in the U.S.. They work with people of all ages and ability levels to help them participate in leisure activities that improve their physical and mental wellbeing. Recreational therapists may specialise in certain fields such as geriatrics, community recreation, or physical disabilities.
How to earn more as a Recreational Therapist
To become a Recreational Therapist, you will require a diploma in recreational therapy, rehabilitation, or a related field. Alternatively, you may choose to pursue a degree apprenticeship. To increase your earnings, you could move into a specialised area, such as behavioral health, or take on a management role in a recreational facility. Additionally, you could also opt to become a self-employed Recreational Therapist or open your own practice.
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Recreational Therapist I - CONTINUOUS in Chelsea
Job Title
Recreational Therapist I – CONTINUOUS (250005Y4)
Overview
The Massachusetts Veterans Home at Chelsea, a state operated agency offering long-term care and independent living for veterans, seeks individuals to support recreational progr ...Read more
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Occupational Therapist / Recreation Therapist in Torrance
Job Title
Occupational Therapist / Recreation Therapist
Division/Program
Star View Adolescent Center
Starting Compensation
31.00 - 34.00 USD Per Hour
Working Location
Torrance, CA
Working Hours/Shift
Tuesday - Saturday or Sunday - ...Read more
Adolescent OT & Recreation Therapist in Torrance
Stars Behavioral Health Group is seeking an Occupational Therapist / Recreation Therapist for Star View Adolescent Center in Torrance, CA. The role focuses on providing recreational and occupational services to adolescents to restore and enhance social, vocational, and physical functioning.
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Recreation Therapist, CF- Psychiatric Inpatient Program (PIP) – California Health Care Facility (CHCF)
Location: San Joaquin County, CA.
Pay range: $9,159.00 – $9,903.00 (Actual pay will be based on skills and experience).
Employment: Limi ...Read more
RECREATION THERAPIST II/CORRECTIONAL HEALTH in California
TYPE OF RECRUITMENT:
Open Competitive - EMERGENCY
EXAM NUMBER: Y5872N-DOJ
FIRST DAY OF FILING: November 20, 2023 at 12:00 p.m., PT - Until the needs of the services are met and is subject to ...Read more
Recreation Therapist – WCMC Inpatient Occupational Therapy – Part Time – 8 Hours – Days – Tempo[...] in Walnut Creek
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