Counselors, All Other
Counselors in this category provide guidance and support services not classified under more specialized counseling roles. They work in schools, community agencies, healthcare facilities, and other organizations to help clients address personal, social, or behavioral concerns. The specific focus varies by employer and client population served.
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A day in the work
A typical week involves meeting one-on-one with clients to discuss concerns, developing treatment or support plans, and documenting progress notes. Counselors may facilitate group sessions, coordinate referrals to other services, attend team meetings with colleagues, and maintain records. Administrative tasks include scheduling appointments, updating case files, and communicating with other professionals involved in client care.
Who this work suits
You do well in this work if you're a good listener who can remain calm and non-judgmental with people facing difficult situations. Success requires patience, organizational skills, and the ability to help others identify practical solutions to their challenges.
What it takes
Who is hiring
Openings right now
- Supervisory Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor · Veterans Benefits Administration · Buffalo, New York · $111301–$144694
- Licensed Professional Mental Health Counselor - Program Manager · Veterans Health Administration · Multiple Locations · $106437–$138370
- INTERDISCIPLINARY COUNSELOR · Commander, Navy Installations Command · Lemoore Naval Air Station, California · $89959–$116949
- Supervisory Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor · Veterans Benefits Administration · Sacramento, California · $117984–$153382
- Supervisory Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor · Veterans Benefits Administration · Multiple Locations · $106437–$144694
- Licensed Professional Mental Health Counselor (BHIP MHTC) - EDRP Approved · Veterans Health Administration · Corpus Christi, Texas · $62023–$97560
- FFSP Clinical Counselor · Commander, Navy Installations Command · Point Loma Complex, San Diego, California · $102246–$122697
- FFSP Child Counselor · Commander, Navy Installations Command · Point Loma Complex, San Diego, California · $102246–$122697
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Pay by state
| State | 25th pct | Median | 75th pct | Employed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| District of Columbia | $93,720 | $93,720 | $97,940 | 90 |
| Utah | $41,240 | $93,530 | $93,610 | 150 |
| Georgia | $54,530 | $79,490 | $87,450 | 760 |
| Oregon | $65,770 | $78,750 | $89,430 | 120 |
| Virginia | $55,310 | $76,450 | $126,980 | 470 |
| New Jersey | $60,230 | $73,360 | $87,360 | 810 |
| Wisconsin | $54,950 | $71,390 | $86,650 | 440 |
| North Dakota | $63,010 | $69,860 | $82,970 | 80 |
| Washington | $55,220 | $69,530 | $96,080 | 120 |
| Colorado | $56,520 | $66,680 | $79,570 | 370 |
| Hawaii | $51,390 | $65,470 | $73,900 | 70 |
| Maine | $60,300 | $62,190 | $73,350 | 60 |
All 50 states, D.C. and Puerto Rico
Certifications people in this field hold
- Care Manager Certified Examination (CMC) — National Academy of Certified Care Managers
- Healthcare Ethics Consultant-Certified (HEC-C) — American Society for Bioethics and Humanities
Training
Aptly members see WIOA-approved programs, colleges and certificates near them, with completion and earnings data, on every Path plan.
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O*NET-SOC 21-1019.00 · O*NET OnLine. Pay: BLS OEWS May 2025, annual, U.S. Employment counts are national.