How much does a Counselor Assistant make hourly in the United States? The average hourly wage for a Counselor Assistant in the United States is $26 as of March 26, 2024, but the salary range typically falls between $23 and $30. Hourly rate 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.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Counselor Assistant Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Hourly Pay Rate Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Counselor Assistant Salary $20 US March 26, 2024
25th Percentile Counselor Assistant Salary $23 US March 26, 2024
50th Percentile Counselor Assistant Salary $26 US March 26, 2024
75th Percentile Counselor Assistant Salary $30 US March 26, 2024
90th Percentile Counselor Assistant Salary $34 US March 26, 2024
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Renewal Inc - Pittsburgh , PA
Definition: Individual will assist in providing case management, individual and group counseling and recovery support services to Renewal Treatment Inc., clients in an AOD Inpatient setting. Other responsibilities include assisting counselors with treatment goals and connecting clients to community resources. This position will assist the client with creating and implementing a service plan during their treatment as well as their aftercare plan. This person will enforce the compliance of program guidelines and assist the Clinical Supervisor, Lead Counselor and Counselors with the functioning of daily activities, developing policies and procedures and maintaining records. This person will work closely with counselors and community resources to strengthen client's recovery efforts to help reduce recidivism and relapse. ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are repr
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Non-Competitive: two years of experience, one year of which must have required the application of communication skills and one year must have been in a direct treatment capacity in an addictions treatment setting; or an associate's degree in a human services field; or current registration as a Credentialed Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Counselor (CASAC)-Trainee or CASAC-Provisional in New York State. Duties Description Responsible for direct care of patients, unit duties including but not limited to providing services to patients, assisting with health and safety activities, driving the van, preparing documentation, completing forms, and other tasks as assigned. Additional Comments Background Investigation Requirements: Prospective appointees will be: 1) Checked against the Staff Exclusion List (SEL) maintained by the Justice Center for the Protection of People with Special Needs. Prospective employees whose names appear on the SEL as having been found responsible for serious or repea
- 1 day ago
Bay Area Community Resources (BACR) - San Francisco , CA
Position Title: Summer Camp Leader Assistant @ Ulloa Elementary We are currently seeking committed and passionate Summer Camp Leader Assistant to assist/ lead academic, and physical at Camp Ulloa Elementary for the Summer Program. Summer Camp Leader Assistants must be able to work with up to 20 youths during camp hours Monday through Friday. Our ideal Camp Leader will have a strong dedication to youth development, sense of creativity and enthusiasm, and have a commitment to and strong belief in BACR's Mission, Organizational Values and Best Practices. Benefits Pay rate: $23-$25 an hour DOE Potential to return for the 2024-2025 academic school year Stepping stone into career in education Program Information Commitment to full 6 week program: June 7th 2024- July 24th 2024; Orientation TBD Work Days/Hours: Summer Program Hours: Monday - Friday 9:00am- 5:00pm Requirements Ability to work every day during program hours and commit to all required dates, June 7th - July 24th Must have an Asso
- 2 days ago
The Addictions Care Center of Albany - Troy , NY
Primary Purpose: Provide substance abuse rehabilitation and counseling services to clients in accordance with OASAS and Agency rules and regulations in an inpatient setting. Responsibilities: Monitoring and observing the physical, mental, and emotional status of admitted client's day or night. Daily and nightly monitoring and reporting on all Men's Residences client rooms, kitchen, and common areas for program compliance, health, safety, and security. Reports progress on residence at every shift change. Provides assistant to residents, this includes motivation, support and encouragement for client goals. Logs telephone, personal visits and significant event or information during your shift into the Residential logbook. Transports clients to treatment program activities, D.S.S., medical and legal appointments, recreational opportunities and in emergencies. Conducts random and routine urine drug screens. Log all information and prepare for pick up. Performs other duties as assigned by Pr
- 2 days ago
Attention Current Willamette University Employees: In order to apply for posted positions, please close this window and log into your Workday account and apply through the Jobs Hub application. ABOUT WILLAMETTE UNIVERSITY Willamette University is a nationally-renowned private liberal arts university with graduate programs in business, law, data science, and fine arts. Founded in 1842, Willamette is the first university established in the western U.S. located in the heart of the PNW. Campuses are located in both Salem and Portland, Oregon close to the Oregon Coast, Cascade Mountains, and vibrant cities of the Pacific Northwest. The university motto, "Not unto ourselves alone are we born," captures the essence of this distinguished university. It speaks to the commitment to community service, to the extraordinary collaboration between faculty and students, and to the tradition of service and civic engagement that is typical of Willamette alumni. Willamette University provides a highly-va
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An Associate's degree with a specialization in Alcoholism, Substance Abuse or Chemical Dependency OR One year of full time employment in a field requiring the application of communication skills AND one year of experience in a direct treatment capacity working in an addictions treatment setting. Substitutions: 30 college credits in a human services field may be substituted for the one year of communication experience; 10 college credits in specific alcoholism, substance abuse or chemical dependency courses may be substituted for the one year of specialized experience; 150 clock hours of relevant addictions for CASAC credential eligibility may be substituted for the one year of specialized experience. Duties Description The Addictions Counselor Assistant serves as a member of the Addiction Treatment Center's (ATC's) multidisciplinary treatment team and works under the supervision of an Addictions Counselor performing duties related to the care and counseling of clients. Responsibilities
- 3 days ago

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