How much does an Addiction Counselor make in Mississippi? The average Addiction Counselor salary in Mississippi is $52,500 as of April 24, 2024, but the range typically falls between $46,200 and $59,300. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on the city and many other important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession.

Addiction Counselor Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Addiction Counselor Salary $40,464 MS April 24, 2024
25th Percentile Addiction Counselor Salary $46,200 MS April 24, 2024
50th Percentile Addiction Counselor Salary $52,500 MS April 24, 2024
75th Percentile Addiction Counselor Salary $59,300 MS April 24, 2024
90th Percentile Addiction Counselor Salary $65,491 MS April 24, 2024
25% $46,200 10% $40,464 90% $65,491 75% $59,300 $52,500 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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The Addiction Counselor acts as mediator between patients, relatives, medical staff, and outside agencies if needed. Runs individual, family, and group counseling for patients in chemical dependency programs. Being an Addiction Counselor typically requires a bachelor's degree or equivalent; meets the standards for Chemical Dependency Counselor Certification Board, or other appropriate certification. Tracks patient progress and dispensation of treatment services. In addition, Addiction Counselor typically reports to a supervisor or manager. Addiction Counselor's years of experience requirement may be unspecified. Certification and/or licensing in the position's specialty is the main requirement. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Location Avg. Salary Date Updated
Location Olive Branch, MS Avg. Salary $54,859 Date Updated April 24, 2024
Location Abbeville, MS Avg. Salary $54,683 Date Updated April 24, 2024
Location Aberdeen, MS Avg. Salary $49,803 Date Updated April 24, 2024
Location Ackerman, MS Avg. Salary $49,626 Date Updated April 24, 2024
Location Algoma, MS Avg. Salary $49,626 Date Updated April 24, 2024
Location Alligator, MS Avg. Salary $51,743 Date Updated April 24, 2024
Location Amory, MS Avg. Salary $49,626 Date Updated April 24, 2024
Location Anguilla, MS Avg. Salary $51,802 Date Updated April 24, 2024
Location Arcola, MS Avg. Salary $52,272 Date Updated April 24, 2024
Location Arkabutla, MS Avg. Salary $54,683 Date Updated April 24, 2024

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