Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors Jobs Pay in Cedar Rapids, IA
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $32.86 – $36.15
Average Annual Pay
Range: $68,349 – $75,184
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
$29.32/hr
Range: $27.93 – $30.73
Annual Rate
$61,001
Range: $58,097 – $63,906
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$34.50/hr
Range: $32.86 – $36.15
Annual Rate
$71,766
Range: $68,349 – $75,184
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$39.67/hr
Range: $37.79 – $41.57
Annual Rate
$82,531
Range: $78,601 – $86,462
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
