Addiction Counselor Jobs & Career Guide 2024
What is an addiction counselor?
An addiction counselor is a mental health professional who specializes in helping people overcome addictions to drugs, alcohol, or other substances. Addiction counselors work with individuals, families, and groups to identify the underlying causes of addiction and develop strategies to manage and overcome addictive behaviors.
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“Being an addiction counselor can be incredibly rewarding, but it’s also challenging work. It requires a deep understanding of addiction and the ability to work with clients who may be resistant to change. It takes patience, empathy, and a willingness to meet clients where they are in their recovery journey. Addiction counseling can be emotionally taxing, but seeing clients successfully overcome addiction and achieve their recovery goals makes it all worth it.”
Addiction Counselor Salary
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), the median annual wage for addiction counselors (which fall under the substance abuse, behavioral disorder, and mental health counselors category) is $47,660.
Here are the top 5 states for earnings as an addiction counselor, ranked by mean annual wage:
- California: $55,840
- New Jersey: $55,340
- Alaska: $53,400
- New York: $53,290
- Rhode Island: $50,900
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Latest Addiction Counselor Job Listings
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Behavioral Health Consultant | Undisclosed | Broad Top, Pennsylvania US | 07/24/2024 |
We’re hiring! Broad Top Area Medical Center, operating 12 medical offices in Huntingdon County, PA, is seeking a full-time Behavioral Health Consultant to perform the following job duties: Provide mental health screenings and initial assessments to medically-referred and other clients. Provide short-term, structured, evidence-based psychotherapy as part of an appropriate care plan. Coordinate and collaborate … More | |||
Community Preceptor – Psychiatry & Behavioral Medicine | East Carolina University | Greenville, North Carolina US | 07/24/2024 |
Job Description: he Brody School of Medicine (BSOM) is committed to the goals of its mission: to increase the supply of primary care physicians serving the state, to improve the health and well-being of the region, and to train physicians who will meet the health care needs of the state. The key to achieving this mission is to assure that students receive a significant portion of their clinical education in the community practices throughout our region. This dedicated … More | |||
Clinical Services Director – Behavioral Health Services | Behavioral Health Services | Yakima, Washington US | 07/23/2024 |
Position Title:Clinical Services Director – Behavioral Health ServicesCity:YakimaState/Territory:US-WAEmployment Duration:Full timeOffer Relocation:YesExcempt Status:ExemptID:13258Description: … More | |||
Certified Veterinary Technician | Mission Veterinary Partners | Bensenville, Illinois US | 07/23/2024 |
OverviewBensenville Animal Hospital is seeking an experienced Certified Veterinary Technician to join our team!Location:1208 Irving Park Rd.Bensenville, Illinois 60106Come be a part of a growing team with fantastic team value & culture!*****We utilize our technicians & support staff to the height of their skillset*Offering … More | |||
Licensed Veterinary Technician | Mission Veterinary Partners | Lake St Louis, Missouri US | 07/23/2024 |
OverviewFamily Vet Lake St Louis is adding a Licensed Veterinary Technician to their Team! Location: 155 Pond Fort TrailLake St Louis, MO 63367Compensation: Up to $20/hr Clinic Hours:Monday-Friday8:00am – 6:00pmSaturday8:00am – 2:00pmSundayClosedAre … More | |||
Veterinary Assistant | Mission Veterinary Partners | Mount Prospect, Illinois US | 07/23/2024 |
OverviewCompanion Animal Hospital of Mount Prospect is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to join our team!Compensation:$17-20/hrENHANCE YOUR CAREER AT COMPANION ANIMAL- MT PROSPECT!This is an opportunity for a Vet Assistant or Technician Student to become a part of a progressive clinic- Be a part of a clinic … More | |||
Certified Veterinary Technician | Mission Veterinary Partners | Bensenville, Illinois US | 07/23/2024 |
OverviewBensenville Animal Hospital is seeking an experienced Certified Veterinary Technician to join our team!Location:1208 Irving Park Rd.Bensenville, Illinois 60106Come be a part of a growing team with fantastic team value & culture!*****We utilize our technicians & support staff to the height of their skillset*Offering … More | |||
Licensed Veterinary Technician | Mission Veterinary Partners | Lake St Louis, Missouri US | 07/23/2024 |
OverviewFamily Vet Lake St Louis is adding a Licensed Veterinary Technician to their Team! Location: 155 Pond Fort TrailLake St Louis, MO 63367Compensation: Up to $20/hr Clinic Hours:Monday-Friday8:00am – 6:00pmSaturday8:00am – 2:00pmSundayClosedAre … More |
Position We’re hiring! Broad Top Area Medical Center, operating 12 medical offices in Huntingdon County, PA, is seeking a full-time Behavioral Health Consultant to perform the following job duties: Provide mental health screenings and initial assessments to medically-referred and other clients. Provide short-term, structured, evidence-based psychotherapy as part of an appropriate care plan. Coordinate and collaborate … More Company Undisclosed Location Broad Top, Pennsylvania US Posted 07/24/2024 | |||
Position Job Description: he Brody School of Medicine (BSOM) is committed to the goals of its mission: to increase the supply of primary care physicians serving the state, to improve the health and well-being of the region, and to train physicians who will meet the health care needs of the state. The key to achieving this mission is to assure that students receive a significant portion of their clinical education in the community practices throughout our region. This dedicated … More Company East Carolina University Location Greenville, North Carolina US Posted 07/24/2024 | |||
Position Position Title:Clinical Services Director – Behavioral Health ServicesCity:YakimaState/Territory:US-WAEmployment Duration:Full timeOffer Relocation:YesExcempt Status:ExemptID:13258Description: … More Company Behavioral Health Services Location Yakima, Washington US Posted 07/23/2024 | |||
Position OverviewBensenville Animal Hospital is seeking an experienced Certified Veterinary Technician to join our team!Location:1208 Irving Park Rd.Bensenville, Illinois 60106Come be a part of a growing team with fantastic team value & culture!*****We utilize our technicians & support staff to the height of their skillset*Offering … More Company Mission Veterinary Partners Location Bensenville, Illinois US Posted 07/23/2024 | |||
Position OverviewFamily Vet Lake St Louis is adding a Licensed Veterinary Technician to their Team! Location: 155 Pond Fort TrailLake St Louis, MO 63367Compensation: Up to $20/hr Clinic Hours:Monday-Friday8:00am – 6:00pmSaturday8:00am – 2:00pmSundayClosedAre … More Company Mission Veterinary Partners Location Lake St Louis, Missouri US Posted 07/23/2024 | |||
Position OverviewCompanion Animal Hospital of Mount Prospect is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to join our team!Compensation:$17-20/hrENHANCE YOUR CAREER AT COMPANION ANIMAL- MT PROSPECT!This is an opportunity for a Vet Assistant or Technician Student to become a part of a progressive clinic- Be a part of a clinic … More Company Mission Veterinary Partners Location Mount Prospect, Illinois US Posted 07/23/2024 | |||
Position OverviewBensenville Animal Hospital is seeking an experienced Certified Veterinary Technician to join our team!Location:1208 Irving Park Rd.Bensenville, Illinois 60106Come be a part of a growing team with fantastic team value & culture!*****We utilize our technicians & support staff to the height of their skillset*Offering … More Company Mission Veterinary Partners Location Bensenville, Illinois US Posted 07/23/2024 | |||
Position OverviewFamily Vet Lake St Louis is adding a Licensed Veterinary Technician to their Team! Location: 155 Pond Fort TrailLake St Louis, MO 63367Compensation: Up to $20/hr Clinic Hours:Monday-Friday8:00am – 6:00pmSaturday8:00am – 2:00pmSundayClosedAre … More Company Mission Veterinary Partners Location Lake St Louis, Missouri US Posted 07/23/2024 |