Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors Jobs Pay in Laredo, TX
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $30.70 – $33.77
Average Annual Pay
Range: $63,856 – $70,242
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
$27.40/hr
Range: $26.09 – $28.70
Annual Rate
$56,992
Range: $54,278 – $59,706
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$32.24/hr
Range: $30.70 – $33.77
Annual Rate
$67,049
Range: $63,856 – $70,242
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$37.08/hr
Range: $35.30 – $38.84
Annual Rate
$77,106
Range: $73,434 – $80,778
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
