How much does a Residential Counselor make in Buffalo Grove, IL? The average Residential Counselor salary in Buffalo Grove, IL is $72,127 as of April 24, 2024, but the salary range typically falls between $61,909 and $79,720. 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.

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Residential Counselor Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Residential Counselor Salary $52,606 Buffalo Grove,IL April 24, 2024
25th Percentile Residential Counselor Salary $61,909 Buffalo Grove,IL April 24, 2024
50th Percentile Residential Counselor Salary $72,127 Buffalo Grove,IL April 24, 2024
75th Percentile Residential Counselor Salary $79,720 Buffalo Grove,IL April 24, 2024
90th Percentile Residential Counselor Salary $86,633 Buffalo Grove,IL April 24, 2024
25% $61,909 10% $52,606 90% $86,633 75% $79,720 $72,127 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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A mental health counselor (MHC), or counselor, is a person who works with individuals and groups to promote optimum mental and emotional health. They may help individuals deal with issues associated with addictions and substance abuse; family, parenting, and marital problems; stress management; self-esteem; and aging. This title excludes "Social Workers", "Psychiatrists", and "Psychologists"....

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    Residential Counselor

    3 - 5 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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    Assisted Living Program Administrator

    5 + years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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About Buffalo Grove, Illinois    Buffalo Grove is located at 42°9′59″N 87°57′48″W / 42.16639°N 87.96333°W / 42.16639; -87.96333 (42.166332, −87.963391), among the northwest suburbs....More

Buffalo Grove, Illinois  area prices were up 0.8% from a year ago

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