How much does a Mental Health Counselor make in Wichita, KS? The average Mental Health Counselor salary in Wichita, KS is $56,760 as of May 28, 2024, but the range typically falls between $50,400 and $64,290. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target.

Mental Health Counselor Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Mental Health Counselor Salary $44,610 Wichita,KS May 28, 2024
25th Percentile Mental Health Counselor Salary $50,400 Wichita,KS May 28, 2024
50th Percentile Mental Health Counselor Salary $56,760 Wichita,KS May 28, 2024
75th Percentile Mental Health Counselor Salary $64,290 Wichita,KS May 28, 2024
90th Percentile Mental Health Counselor Salary $71,146 Wichita,KS May 28, 2024
25% $50,400 10% $44,610 90% $71,146 75% $64,290 $56,760 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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The Mental Health Counselor identifies objectives and helps individuals develop strategies and solutions to achieve their goals. Provides medical or personal guidance and direction to individuals. Being a Mental Health Counselor may refer subjects to specialists or recommend additional services for further treatment. Monitors progress, documents activities, and maintains files. In addition, Mental Health Counselor may require a bachelor's degree. May require State License to Practice. Typically reports to a supervisor. Mental Health 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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Job Openings for Mental Health Counselor in Wichita, KS
  • Licensed Mental Health Professionals (LCSW, LCPC, LMFT) - Full-Time or Part-Time. Remote telehealth and/or in-office and/or in nursing care facilities. Xpr...
    - -112 Days Ago
  • Licensed Mental Health Professionals (LCSW, LCPC, LMFT) - Full-Time or Part-Time. Remote telehealth and/or in-office and/or in nursing care facilities. Xpr...
    - -112 Days Ago
  • Licensed Mental Health Professionals (LSCSW, LCPC, LMFT) - Full-Time or Part-Time. Remote telehealth and/or in-office and/or in nursing care facilities. Xp...
    - -112 Days Ago
  • Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP). Join our dynamic team at Deer Oaks as a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner and be part of an integrated t...
    - -85 Days Ago
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