Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors Jobs Pay in Boise City, ID
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $31.66 – $34.83
Average Annual Pay
Range: $65,853 – $72,438
How much do Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors make?
Your level of experience is a key factor in determining your earning potential. Here's what you can expect at different career stages:
0-2 years
Hourly Rate
$28.25/hr
Range: $26.91 – $29.61
Annual Rate
$58,773
Range: $55,975 – $61,572
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$33.24/hr
Range: $31.66 – $34.83
Annual Rate
$69,145
Range: $65,853 – $72,438
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$38.23/hr
Range: $36.41 – $40.05
Annual Rate
$79,517
Range: $75,731 – $83,304
Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors job description
Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors professionals play a vital role in the healthcare industry, providing essential medical services and patient care. They work in various healthcare settings including hospitals, clinics, and private practices to ensure quality patient outcomes.
- •Provide direct patient care and medical services
- •Document patient information and treatment plans
- •Collaborate with healthcare team members
- •Follow medical protocols and safety procedures
- •Maintain medical equipment and supplies
- •Stay current with medical advancements and certifications
- •Medical knowledge and clinical skills
- •Patient care and communication
- •Attention to detail
- •Critical thinking and problem-solving
- •Compassion and empathy
- •Time management
- •Required certifications or licenses
- •Relevant education or degree
- •Clinical experience preferred
- •Background check and health screening
