MarieB 0 Report Share Posted August 26, 2011 (edited) I recently interviewed with a LTC facility that is a county facility. I was shocked at the hourly wage theye were offering. It was $9.25 per hour with benefits. I had done some research on wages, and thought they would come in somewhere between $11 to $13 per hour. I have my Activity Director Certificate MEPAP1. Can someone tell me whether this is typical wages that is offered out here at $9.25 per hour or is this in fact low. I asked what the possibility of wage increases was in the future, and was told "slim". After doing the certificate, I am already getting discouraged. While I am not into it to make big bucks by any means, I would think taking the time to getting certified would in fact land me at least an $11 an hour job. Any thoughts on this. Thanks. Edited August 26, 2011 by MarieB Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kabepo 0 Report Share Posted August 26, 2011 Wage varies and depends on the company operating the facility. County facilities are typically lower than private-owned corporations. However, $9.25 is much lower than I would expect for that kind of position. Typically, entry-level Activity Assistants can expect $8-$10 starting hourly wage and Directors can expect $11-$15 starting wage. Unfortunately this kind of economy has really hit the retirement and LTC facilities hard and "recreation" is often seen as an area that can be "trimmed." Good luck! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aRBeRec 0 Report Share Posted August 26, 2011 They also vary by reigons but check this board... discusses what people make & where Salary Poll Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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