Salary distribution
Where New York rehabilitation counselors fall on the wage curve.
Shaded band = interquartile range (where most full-time workers fall)
The middle 50% of workers earn between $39,050 and $60,600, with a median of $48,710.
Rehabilitation Counselors in New York: actual employer-disclosed pay
Public records from 493 certified H-1B Labor Condition Applications filed with the U.S. Department of Labor. Median offered wage: $38,605. Every figure below is an actual offered salary an employer attested to under federal law.
By DOL wage level
DOL classifies every offer into one of four wage levels based on the role's experience and skill requirements.
| Level | Filings | Median offer |
|---|---|---|
| Level I — entry | 414 | $38,605 |
| Level II — qualified | 16 | $49,556 |
| Level III — experienced | 12 | $56,638 |
| Level IV — fully competent | 3 | $68,640 |
Top employers filing for this role
Companies with the most certified filings for Rehabilitation Counselors in New York. Median offer is across all of that employer's filings.
| Employer | Most-filed title | Filings | Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| Richmond Children Center, Inc. | Direct Support Professional | 123 | $38,605 |
| The Devereux Foundation | Habilitation Counselor | 99 | $38,605 |
| NYSARC, INC ESSEX COUNTY CHAPTER | Residential Habilitation Specialist | 63 | $39,520 |
| THE DEVEREUX FOUNDATION | Habilitation Counselor | 43 | $38,605 |
| NYSARC Inc. Rockland County Chapter | HABILITATION COUNSELOR | 41 | $38,605 |
| COMMUNITY BASED SERVICES | Rehabilitation Counselor | 31 | $43,680 |
| UPSTATE CEREBRAL PALSY, INC. | HABILITATION SPECIALIST | 27 | $39,146 |
| Julia Dyckman Andrus Memorial, Inc. | Youth Development Professional | 14 | $44,554 |
| AHRC NYC | COMMUNITY SUPPORT PROFESSIONAL | 13 | $40,664 |
| UNITED CEREBRAL PALSY ASSOCIATIONS OF NYS, INC. | REHABILITATION COUNSELOR | 9 | $40,664 |
Recent sample filings
A snapshot of recent certified offers. Each line is a real, public, verifiable record.
- Youth Development Professional at Julia Dyckman Andrus Memorial, Inc.$44,554YonkersDecided Dec 26, 2025I-200-25352-494957
- Residential Program Specialist at Anderson Center for Autism$53,768RhinebeckDecided Dec 24, 2025I-200-25351-491978
- Habilitation Counselor at The Devereux Foundation$45,282Red HookDecided Dec 22, 2025I-200-25349-483105
- Qualified Intellectual Disability Professional (QIDP) at UNITED CEREBRAL PALSY ASSOCIATIONS OF NYS, INC.$58,677PATTERSONDecided Dec 11, 2025I-200-25339-459645
- Habilitation Specialist at UPSTATE CEREBRAL PALSY, INC.$37,461ROMEDecided Dec 11, 2025I-200-25339-459471
- DIRECT SUPPORT PROFESSIONAL at Richmond Children Center, Inc.$40,664YonkersDecided Dec 8, 2025I-200-25335-446617
- Residential Habilitation Specialist at NYSARC, INC ESSEX COUNTY CHAPTER$43,680Crown PointDecided Dec 1, 2025I-200-25327-431452
- Residential Coordinator at Richmond Children Center, Inc.$71,947YonkersDecided Dec 1, 2025I-200-25326-430775
Source: U.S. Department of Labor, Office of Foreign Labor Certification. Disclosed wages reflect what employers attested to pay; actual paid wages may differ. Only certified filings are shown — denied and withdrawn cases are excluded.
Rehabilitation Counselors pay by experience level in New York
Each band reflects DOL Wage Levels I-IV mapped onto a four-step ladder. Click a level to see the disclosed-wage range for that segment.
Rehabilitation Counselors specialties in New York
Real specialty titles employers file for, clustered from 464 certified offers. The most common variant is Habilitation Counselor at a median of $38,605.
| Specialty | Top employer | Filings | Median offer |
|---|---|---|---|
| Habilitation Counselor | The Devereux Foundation | 184 | $38,605 |
| Direct Support Professional | Richmond Children Center, Inc. | 115 | $38,605 |
| Residential Habilitation Specialist | NYSARC, INC ESSEX COUNTY CHAPTER | 60 | $39,520 |
| Rehabilitation Counselor | COMMUNITY BASED SERVICES | 36 | $43,680 |
| HABILITATION SPECIALIST | UPSTATE CEREBRAL PALSY, INC. | 25 | $39,146 |
| Youth Development Professional | Julia Dyckman Andrus Memorial, Inc. | 13 | $44,554 |
| Rehabilitation Specialist | Core Rehab Staffing, Inc. | 8 | $50,000 |
| COMMUNITY SUPPORT PROFESSIONAL | AHRC NYC | 7 | $40,664 |
| Residential Program Specialist | Anderson Center for Autism | 4 | $53,414 |
| Assistant Program Manager | The Devereux Foundation | 4 | $41,944 |
| Qualified Intellectual Disabilities Professional (QIDP) | Richmond Children Center, Inc. | 4 | $52,614 |
| Residential Behavior Specialist | Anderson Center for Autism | 4 | $49,962 |
Specialties with 10 or more filings link to a dedicated breakdown.
Rehabilitation Counselors in New York, by industry
Median offered wage across 493 certified filings, grouped by NAICS industry sector. Healthcare leads with a median of $38,605.
| Industry | Largest employer | Filings | Median offer |
|---|---|---|---|
| Healthcare | Richmond Children Center, Inc. | 473 | $38,605 |
| Professional services | Oasis Professional Management Group Ltd. | 12 | $50,000 |
| Education | Anderson Center for Autism | 8 | $51,563 |
Sectors with at least 25 filings link to a dedicated page with full distribution and sample employer breakdown.
Wage trend
Median annual wage in New York over the past 2 BLS OES releases. Real values are CPI-adjusted to 2024 dollars.
Typical entry
Education
Master's degree
Experience
None
On-the-job training
None
Top skills (O*NET)
- 4.1 / 5
Customer and Personal Service
Knowledge
- 4.1 / 5
Therapy and Counseling
Knowledge
- 4.0 / 5
Oral Comprehension
Ability
- 4.0 / 5
Active Listening
Basic skill
- 4.0 / 5
Speaking
Basic skill
- 4.0 / 5
Social Perceptiveness
Technical
- 4.0 / 5
Service Orientation
Technical
- 4.0 / 5
Oral Expression
Ability
Common tasks (O*NET)
- 01
Prepare and maintain records and case files, including documentation, such as clients' personal and eligibility information, services provided, narratives of client contacts, or relevant correspondence.
- 02
Develop rehabilitation plans that fit clients' aptitudes, education levels, physical abilities, and career goals.
- 03
Confer with clients to discuss their options and goals so that rehabilitation programs and plans for accessing needed services can be developed.
- 04
Locate barriers to client employment, such as inaccessible work sites, inflexible schedules, or transportation problems, and work with clients to develop strategies for overcoming these barriers.
- 05
Monitor and record clients' progress to ensure that goals and objectives are met.
- 06
Participate in job development and placement programs, contacting prospective employers, placing clients in jobs, and evaluating the success of placements.
- 07
Collaborate with clients' families to implement rehabilitation plans, such as behavioral, residential, social, or employment goals.
- 08
Analyze information from interviews, educational and medical records, consultation with other professionals, and diagnostic evaluations to assess clients' abilities, needs, and eligibility for services.
10-year outlook
Growth 2024 → 2034
+1.4%
Projected annual openings
—
BLS outlook
Slower than average
Source: BLS Employment Projections, 2024–2034 cycle.
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- Buffalo$44,720
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Frequently asked questions
- What is the median salary for Rehabilitation Counselors in New York?
- According to BLS Occupational Employment Statistics, the median annual wage for Rehabilitation Counselors in New York is $48,710.
- How does New York compare to the national median for Rehabilitation Counselors?
- The New York median is +4.8% versus the BLS national figure of $46,470.
- What is the salary range for Rehabilitation Counselors in New York?
- BLS reports the 10th-percentile annual wage at $37,020 and the 90th-percentile at $81,010, which captures most full-time workers in the role.
- Is Rehabilitation Counselors a growing field?
- BLS Employment Projections show employment growing by 1.4% over the projection cycle. See the 10-year outlook section above for details.
- What education is required for Rehabilitation Counselors?
- BLS lists the typical entry-level education as Master's degree. Many employers also weigh prior experience and credentials.
Information on this page is for general educational purposes only. It is not career, financial, or tax advice. Wage data reflects BLS estimates for the reference year shown and may not match individual offers, employer-specific ranges, or current market conditions. Confirm with a licensed professional before making career or compensation decisions.