Salary distribution
Where New York City rehabilitation counselors fall on the wage curve.
Shaded band = interquartile range (where most full-time workers fall)
The middle 50% of workers earn between $43,930 and $65,830, with a median of $52,330.
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.
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Frequently asked questions
- What is the median salary for Rehabilitation Counselors in New York City, New York?
- According to BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, the median annual wage for Rehabilitation Counselors in the New York City metropolitan area is $52,330.
- Does New York City pay more than the New York state average for Rehabilitation Counselors?
- The New York City metro median is +7.4% versus the New York state median of $48,710.
- How does New York City compare to the national median for Rehabilitation Counselors?
- The New York City metro median is +12.6% versus the BLS national figure of $46,470.
- What is the salary range for Rehabilitation Counselors in New York City?
- BLS reports the 10th-percentile annual wage at $38,690 and the 90th-percentile at $85,730 for the New York City metro area.
- 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. BLS metro estimates reflect the New York City CBSA boundary 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.