Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors Jobs Pay in Kalamazoo-Portage, MI
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $30.41 – $33.45
Average Annual Pay
Range: $63,253 – $69,578
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
$27.14/hr
Range: $25.85 – $28.43
Annual Rate
$56,453
Range: $53,765 – $59,141
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$31.93/hr
Range: $30.41 – $33.45
Annual Rate
$66,415
Range: $63,253 – $69,578
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$36.72/hr
Range: $34.97 – $38.47
Annual Rate
$76,377
Range: $72,741 – $80,015
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
