Profession
Recreational Therapists
Plan, direct, or coordinate medically-approved recreation programs for patients in hospitals, nursing homes, or other institutions. Activities include sports, trips, dramatics, social activities, and crafts. May assess a patient condition and recommend appropriate recreational activity.
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New Zealand
Salary data
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🇳🇿 New Zealand2026
Diversional and recreational therapistTahatū Career Ideas T00446
GroupAll
Median59,000 NZD
AverageN/A
Middle 50%50,000 NZD - 70,000 NZD
Decile range50,000 NZD - 88,000 NZD
Bottom decile50,000 NZD
Top decile88,000 NZD
Sources
- Tahatū Career Navigator remuneration estimates accessed 2026-06-122026 - Tahatū Career Ideas
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🇳🇿 New ZealandDiversional and recreational therapist