Behavioral Health Counselor Salary in New Orleans, LA

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How much does a Behavioral Health Counselor make in New Orleans, LA? The average Behavioral Health Counselor salary in New Orleans, LA is $70,609 as of May 28, 2024, but the salary range typically falls between $64,058 and $77,904. 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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Behavioral Health Counselor
GHC - Concord , CA
Ability to practice independently (LPC, Counselor, Telehealth, Virtual Mental Health Therapist, LIMHP, Remote LCSW, Psychologist, Behavioral Health, Telehealth Counseling, Remote, Psychotherapist ...
ZipRecruiter ATS Jobs for ZipSearch/ZipAlerts - 1 day ago
Behavioral Health Counselor Full-Time Mid Shift
Eating Recovery Center - Bellevue , WA
Compensation starting range for the Behavioral Health Counselor I role is $20.29 - $21.25/hr Compensation starting range for the Behavioral Health Counselor II role is $21.25 - $23.25/hr The range ...
Jobcase.com / Upward.net - 36 days ago
Behavioral Health Counselor - WISe Team
Kitsap Mental Health Services - Port Orchard , WA
Behavioral Health Counselor (Bachelor's Level) - Child & Family Wraparound Services Full-Time Hiring Range: $ 26.89 - $ 33.61 Per Hour Additional $2.00/Hour WISe Differential Benefits
ZipRecruiter ATS Jobs for ZipSearch/ZipAlerts - 79 days ago
Youth Behavioral Health Counselor
Adecco Perm Team - San Jose , CA
The Behavioral Health Counselor provides direct behavioral health services to youth and their families at home, clinic, and field settings. This position provides services that include individual ...
ZipRecruiter - 89 days ago
Admissions Counselor
Lightfully Behavioral Health - Thousand Oaks , CA
Lightfully Behavioral Health is a growing leader in mental health treatment providing high-quality ... The Admissions Counselor is responsible for supporting clients through the admissions process to ...
ZipRecruiter ATS Jobs for ZipSearch/ZipAlerts - 1 day ago
Mental Health Therapist/Counselor
Greater Cincinnati Behavioral Health Services - Amelia , OH
Greater Cincinnati Behavioral Health Services (GCBHS) has immediate openings for Licensed Counselors and Social Workers to help individuals, children, and families experiencing mental health and ...
ZipRecruiter - 12 days ago
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Behavioral Health Counselor Salary By Experience Levels in New Orleans, LA

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Average Salary Range for Behavioral Health Counselor in New Orleans, LA

Average Base Salary

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77904
70609

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70735
What is the average salary for Behavioral Health Counselor in 2024?
These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Behavioral Health Counselor in New Orleans, LA. The base salary for Behavioral Health Counselor ranges from $64,058 to $77,904 with the average base salary of $70,609. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $64,217 to $78,083 with the average total cash compensation of $70,735.

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Average Salary Average Salary Range
Base Salary $70,609 $64,058 - $77,904
Bonus $126 $158 - $179
Total Pay $70,735 $64,217 - $78,083
* Base Salary represents gross income before taxes and deductions. It does not include additional pay such as benefits, bonuses, profit sharing or commissions.
* Total Pay combines base salary, bonuses, profit sharing, tips, commissions, overtime pay and other forms of cash earnings, as applicable for this job.

Behavioral Health Counselor Salary Near New Orleans, LA

CITY, STATE AVERAGE SALARY RANGE COMPARE TO New Orleans, LA
CITY, STATE Kenner, LA AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $64,954 - $78,994 COMPARE TO New Orleans, LA
CITY, STATE Metairie, LA AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $64,990 - $79,037 COMPARE TO New Orleans, LA
CITY, STATE Marrero, LA AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $64,990 - $79,037 COMPARE TO New Orleans, LA
CITY, STATE La Place, LA AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $64,350 - $78,260 COMPARE TO New Orleans, LA
CITY, STATE Gulfport, MS AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $58,369 - $70,986 COMPARE TO New Orleans, LA
CITY, STATE Biloxi, MS AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $58,834 - $71,551 COMPARE TO New Orleans, LA
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