How much does a Residential Counselor make in California? The average Residential Counselor salary in California is $77,976 as of March 26, 2024, but the range typically falls between $66,930 and $86,188. 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.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Residential Counselor Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Residential Counselor Salary $56,872 CA March 26, 2024
25th Percentile Residential Counselor Salary $66,930 CA March 26, 2024
50th Percentile Residential Counselor Salary $77,976 CA March 26, 2024
75th Percentile Residential Counselor Salary $86,188 CA March 26, 2024
90th Percentile Residential Counselor Salary $93,664 CA March 26, 2024
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What is a Residential Counselor ?

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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Location Coachella, CA Avg. Salary $74,512 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Acampo, CA Avg. Salary $75,572 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Acton, CA Avg. Salary $78,259 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Adelanto, CA Avg. Salary $74,371 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Adin, CA Avg. Salary $72,462 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Agoura Hills, CA Avg. Salary $77,128 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Aguanga, CA Avg. Salary $74,724 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Ahwahnee, CA Avg. Salary $70,412 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Alameda, CA Avg. Salary $86,247 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Alamo, CA Avg. Salary $86,035 Date Updated March 26, 2024
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CBH Care - Morris Plains , NJ
Responsibilities Oversees the daily functions of the group home by ensuring consumers are provided a safe, clean, and adequate living environment Provides assigned direct care staff with continuous supervision and completes staff performance evaluations Ensures the implementation of service plan goals and interventions and provides case management services Manages the monthly program schedule to meet all coverage needs for assigned group home Participates in the development of all consumer related activities Qualifications BSW in social work, BS/BA in psychology, or a related field One-year experience working in a residential mental health setting Relevant supervisory experience preferred Valid New Jersey driver's license
- 1 day ago
Northeast Center for Youth & Families, Inc. (NCYF) - Springfield , MA
Job Description Job Description Benefits: 401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Tuition assistance Vision insurance Residential Counselors work closely with our residents in therapeutic group homes while maintaining appropriate professional boundaries. New employees will gradually assimilate in to the NCYF culture and we will work with you to help you develop your competencies so that you can fully enjoy our collaborative efforts. If you are seeking meaningful and challenging work that will provide you with experience to help you achieve a degree in social work or another field of human services, we can provide that for you. You will work directly with youth to implement treatment plans, lead/model activities of daily living and support the treatment philosophy of the program, centered around the trauma-informed care model. People who enjoy providing therapeutic care to youth who are challenged by past childhood experiences are most successful in this role of Residenti
- 1 day ago
Carelink - Haverford , PA
Residential Counselor/ Direct Care Company: CareLink Community Support Services For over 60 years, CareLink Community Support Services has been dedicated to helping people with disabilities to live in the community with dignity and independence. Our rehabilitation services and professional staff provide the support that people with serious mental illness, physical disabilities and other developmental challenges need to be active, productive members of their communities. Location: Haverford, PA 19041 (Torrey House Program) Sign-On Bonuses for DSP (If applicable) Pay Rate: $16.00 an hour (RC) 17.00 an hour (RC) 2nd shift only $16.20 an hour (PRN) +shift differential for weekends. Available Shifts for Direct Support Professionals: 1st shift Tuesday through Saturday 7:00AM- 3:00PM (40 Hours) PRN-On-Call/As needed- weekday daytime and weekend overnight shifts available Job Type: Full-time/ Part-time Benefits: * Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance * Paid time off * Holiday pay * Bereavemen
- 1 day ago
Seven Hills Foundation - South Grafton , MA
Overview The Residential Counselor provides direct care to youth in one of YOU, Inc.'s 24-hour/7-day-a-week acute or congregate care settings. To this end, the Residential Counselor works as part of a shift of staff, led by a shift supervisor, all of whom are in a specific client to staff ratio, with the responsibility for creating and maintaining a therapeutic treatment milieu. Residential Counselors are considered "essential employees" and as such may be mandated to work beyond their scheduled shifts in order to maintain client to staff ratios and/or be required to report to work during declared states of emergency.The Residential Counselor insures the safety and supervision of youth, cultivates a therapeutic treatment milieu, maintains appropriate boundaries while developing supportive professional relationships with youth, participates in the upkeep and cleanliness of the facility, documents client care as required or directed, and if necessary, utilizes agency physical management
- 1 day ago
OCD Institute | Texas - Houston , TX
Job Description Job Description The Residential Counselor (RC) is responsible for assisting with the provision of care to patients in keeping with the philosophies and standards of the McLean OCD Institute // Houston. The Program is a specialized, evidence-based program that treats patients with severe OCD and other anxiety disorders with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), particularly Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP). In this position, you will work with a dedicated multidisciplinary team and will be responsible for direct patient care by assisting patients in exposure work (to manage their anxiety), assisting patients in developing and utilizing coping skills, as well as assisting in some minor activities of daily living in a goal-directed manner- all of which is consistent with each individuals behavior treatment plan. Residential Counselors are a valuable and integral part of the treatment team and report to the team their daily observations. They initiate and maintain a sup
- 2 days ago
Elk Hill Farm Inc - Charlottesville , VA
Job Description Job Description Would you like to work for a non-profit organization where your contributions make a major impact on the lives of the children and families that we serve? Join a family of experienced mental health professionals and counselors dedicated to providing kids, and each other, the kindness, respect, and encouragement they need to succeed. Elk Hill was honored as a 2024 Top Workplace USA. The Top Workplace USA winners are chosen based solely on employee feedback. Winners of the Top Workplaces USA are recognized for the great culture that exists at every level of the organization. If you would like to work for a Top Workplace USA organization where the decisions YOU make can impact youth and families of Central Virginia, then Elk Hill Farm, Inc. is the place for you! We are an organization that: Is honored as a 2024 Top Workplace USA Is a Top Workplace Meaningfulness Award recipient Has talented, hardworking employees Advocates for mental health issues Offers co
- 2 days ago

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  1. This Job:

    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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