Director of Total Rewards

State of Location:

New York

Position Summary:

We are seeking a strategic, data-driven, and people-focused Director of Total Rewards to lead the evolution and management of our compensation, benefits, and recognition programs. Reporting to the Chief People Officer, this role will be a key member of the People leadership team, ensuring our total rewards offerings are competitive, equitable, and aligned with the company’s mission and business goals. This is a hands on leadership role, with the opportunity to have a significant impact on the organization’s strategy.

Join Ivy Rehab’s dedicated team where you’re not just an employee, but a valued teammate! Together, we provide world-class care in physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, and applied behavior analysis (ABA) services. Our culture promotes authenticity, inclusion, growth, community, and a passion for exceptional care for every patient.

Job Description:

Key Responsibilities: 

Compensation Strategy & Execution 

• Execute on enterprise total rewards strategy, including supporting incentive design and modeling in partnership with FP&A and Operations  

• Conduct market benchmarking, job evaluations, and pay equity analysis to ensure competitive and fair compensation practices. 

• Partner with Finance and business leaders to manage annual compensation planning and budgeting cycles. 

• Oversee and lead Talent Architecture and Compensation framework build out for organization 

• Lead development in partnership with SMEs to support organizational Total Rewards execution. 

• Lead oversight of budgets, merit process and any special incentive programs.

• Manage and administer long term incentive plans and related materials. 

Benefits Management 

• Oversee all employee benefits programs including health and wellness, retirement plans, leave policies, and voluntary benefits. 

• Evaluate vendor partnerships to ensure cost-effectiveness, quality service, and alignment with employee needs. 

• Champion wellness and wellbeing initiatives to drive engagement and support a healthy workforce. 

Recognition & Rewards 

• Design and manage scalable recognition programs that celebrate individual, and team achievements aligned with company values. 

• Leverage technology and analytics to measure the impact of recognition initiatives and continuously improve programs. 

• Team Leadership & Collaboration 

• Lead and develop a high-performing Total Rewards team. 

• Partner cross-functionally with HR Business Partners, Talent Acquisition, Operations Legal, and Finance to support key people initiatives. 

• Serve as a subject matter expert to senior leadership, providing insights and recommendations grounded in best practices and data. 

• Support analytics and recommendations related to executive compensation.  

Compliance & Risk Management 

• Ensure all total rewards programs are compliant with federal, state, and local laws and regulations. 

• Maintain strong governance practices and documentation standards. 

• Direct and ensure compliance with all FLSA and pay regulations 

• Lead all required state and federal compensation audit submission 

• Lead proactive workforce audits to ensure accuracy in employee status and identify potential risks  

Compensation for this role ranges from $170,000.00 - $240,000.00 based on experience.

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We are an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion in all aspects of the recruiting and employment process. Actual salaries depend on a variety of factors, including experience, specialty, education, and organizational need. Any listed salary range or contractual rate does not include bonuses/incentive, differential pay, or other forms of compensation or benefits.

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