Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors Jobs Pay in Kiryas Joel-Poughkeepsie-Newburgh, NY
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $31.93 – $35.12
Average Annual Pay
Range: $66,414 – $73,056
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
$28.50/hr
Range: $27.14 – $29.85
Annual Rate
$59,275
Range: $56,452 – $62,098
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$33.53/hr
Range: $31.93 – $35.12
Annual Rate
$69,735
Range: $66,414 – $73,056
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$38.56/hr
Range: $36.72 – $40.39
Annual Rate
$80,195
Range: $76,376 – $84,014
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
