How much does an Addiction Counselor make in New Jersey? The average Addiction Counselor salary in New Jersey is $64,300 as of March 26, 2024, but the range typically falls between $56,600 and $72,700. 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 $49,590 NJ March 26, 2024
25th Percentile Addiction Counselor Salary $56,600 NJ March 26, 2024
50th Percentile Addiction Counselor Salary $64,300 NJ March 26, 2024
75th Percentile Addiction Counselor Salary $72,700 NJ March 26, 2024
90th Percentile Addiction Counselor Salary $80,348 NJ March 26, 2024
25% $56,600 10% $49,590 90% $80,348 75% $72,700 $64,300 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 Bayonne, NJ Avg. Salary $66,278 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Bergenfield, NJ Avg. Salary $67,451 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Bloomfield, NJ Avg. Salary $67,509 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location East Brunswick, NJ Avg. Salary $66,219 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Hoboken, NJ Avg. Salary $68,507 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Irvington, NJ Avg. Salary $66,278 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Lakewood, NJ Avg. Salary $65,281 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Middlesex, NJ Avg. Salary $65,809 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Passaic, NJ Avg. Salary $67,509 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Union, NJ Avg. Salary $66,278 Date Updated March 26, 2024

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