Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors Jobs Pay in Waterloo-Cedar Falls, IA
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $33.29 – $36.62
Average Annual Pay
Range: $69,243 – $76,168
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
$29.71/hr
Range: $28.30 – $31.13
Annual Rate
$61,799
Range: $58,857 – $64,743
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$34.95/hr
Range: $33.29 – $36.62
Annual Rate
$72,705
Range: $69,243 – $76,168
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$40.19/hr
Range: $38.28 – $42.11
Annual Rate
$83,611
Range: $79,629 – $87,593
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
