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Also known as: substance abuse & behavioral disorder counselor, outpatient clinician
Avg. salary range
$61k–$76k
across regions
Hours / Day
10
Days / Week
3
working days
About this career
Mental health counselors advise, educate and support people with mental health issues. They may work with families, groups, or individuals. Some mental health counselors choose to specialize in a particular population, such as children. They often provide treatment and advise people who suffer from alcoholism, drug addiction, or other mental or behavioral problems.
Career Level
Where you could work
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Where do we get our data?
Our career data is based on regional averages provided by the Spokane Workforce Council. Data is subject to change based on location, job specialty, experience level, and/or union association.
What you'll need
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Attention To Detail
Do you often notice things that other people miss? Are you able to complete a project with few or no mistakes?
Compassion
Are you able to understand how someone else is feeling without judgment? Do you reach out when you see someone in need of help?
Computer Skills
Can you easily learn to use new programs or applications? Are you able to quickly find necessary files or information? Can you fix minor computer related issues?
Problem Solving
Do you enjoy solving puzzles? Are you able to easily identify the cause of a problem?
Communication
Are you able to write or vocalize your thoughts efficiently? Can you retain information that you hear or read?
Education & Training
Bachelor's Degree
A bachelor's is a post-secondary undergraduate degree. Historically, the term “college degree” meant a bachelor's or traditional four-year degree. Bachelor's degrees usually take between four and six years to complete.
Compensation
Columbia Basin
Washington
Low
$46,600
Average
$66,900
High
$80,400
Washington minimum wage
Salary data reflects regional averages and may vary by employer, experience, and specialization.
Work Schedule
Shift cycle
3 on · 4 off per cycle
Typical shifts are 8 to 12 hours long but times vary. Shifts are usually 3 to 5 days a week but are not limited to weekdays.
How does it compare?
Average Salary
$68,033
Overall Rank
117th
out of 199 careers
In Health Science
22nd
out of 39 careers
Salary distribution
Rankings are based on average salary data across all careers in our database. Individual earnings may vary.
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