Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors Jobs Pay in Gulfport-Biloxi, MS
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $27.21 – $29.93
Average Annual Pay
Range: $56,597 – $62,256
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
$24.28/hr
Range: $23.13 – $25.44
Annual Rate
$50,513
Range: $48,107 – $52,918
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$28.57/hr
Range: $27.21 – $29.93
Annual Rate
$59,427
Range: $56,597 – $62,256
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$32.86/hr
Range: $31.29 – $34.42
Annual Rate
$68,341
Range: $65,087 – $71,594
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
