Licensed Clinical Counselor Salary in San Diego, CA

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How much does a Licensed Clinical Counselor make in San Diego, CA? The average Licensed Clinical Counselor salary in San Diego, CA is $79,289 as of March 26, 2024, but the salary range typically falls between $71,558 and $88,147. 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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Mental Health Counselor (LMFT, LPCC, LCSW)

Gotham Enterprises Ltd - Santa Ana , CA

Seeking for Remote Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMFT, LPCC, LCSW) We are looking for licensed mental health providers to join our rapidly growing counselor network. We have been actively ...

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LCSW/MFT/PsyD/LPCC - Cantonese/Mandarin Speaker

Vivo HealthStaff - San Francisco , CA

Vivo HealthStaff is recruiting for a Mandarin/Cantonese speaking Mental Health Provider (LCSW, MFT, PsyD, LPCC). POSITION SUMMARY: Under the supervision of the Director of Mental and Behavioral ...

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Remote Therapists (LCSW, LICSW, LMFT, LMHC, LPCC, LPC, PsyD, or PhD)

Seasoned Recruitment - Fresno , CA

LPC, LPCC, LCPC, etc Clinical Psychologists Requirements Requirements Informed on state telehealth policies Comfortable with technology and conducting sessions via telehealth Capability to build a ...

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AMFT, LPCC, or LMFT

Broussard Marriage & Family Therapy INC - Temecula , CA

As an AMFT or LPCC Intern (I cannot supervise dual licensees), you will be provided guidance and supervised experienced from a 13-year experienced LMFT on accurate and effective assessment, diagnosis ...

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Forensic Clinician LCSW LMFT LPCC Lic PsyD - Correctional Setting 377

De Vore Recruiting - Dublin , CA

Licensed with CA Board of Behavioral Science or Board of Psychology (LCSW, LMFT, LPCC, Lic PsyD, etc.) * Master's degree in social work, Psychology, or equivalent from an accredited college or ...

Matador Jobs - 17 days ago

Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor

Dependable Staffing Agency - Santa Ana , CA

Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor 🌟 Join Our Team as a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor! 🌟 🌟 Plus Bonus! 🌟 Dependable Staffing Agency is excited to offer immediate openings ...

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What does a Licensed Clinical Counselor do?

Common responsibilities of a Licensed Clinical Counselor

Participates in interdisciplinary team meetings and utilization management rounds and provides information to assist with safe transitions of care.

November 25, 2022

Demonstrate leadership qualities including time management skills, verbal and written communication skills, listening skills, problem solving/decision-making skills, work delegation and work organization.

January 08, 2023

Provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

January 19, 2023

Develop and maintain clinical records and program documentation according to contract and CHS standards (assessments, treatment plans, progress notes, termination summaries, etc.

March 25, 2023

Performs psychiatric assessment, formulates diagnosis and in consultation with referring physician recommends and completes appropriate disposition.

April 14, 2023

Completed a minimum of 300 hours of supervision from a qualified supervisor and this must include a minimum of 10 hours of supervision during work in each of the 12 Core.

April 20, 2023

Attend psychiatric consultations as needed or as requested by the Psychiatrist or the behavior department.

April 26, 2023

Facilitate crisis intervention care, as needed, to support survivor/victim immediate needs in collaboration with the Regional Service Advocate and Survivor Mentors.

May 01, 2023

Assist in providing referral information to families and additional services as needed if the program is full, or they do not meet the minimum program requirements at.

May 14, 2023

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Average Salary Range for Licensed Clinical Counselor in San Diego, CA

Average Base Salary

Core compensation

71558

88147

79289

Average Total Cash Compensation

Includes base and annual incentives

71625

88296

79415

What is the average salary for Licensed Clinical Counselor in 2024?

These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Licensed Clinical Counselor in San Diego, CA. The base salary for Licensed Clinical Counselor ranges from $71,558 to $88,147 with the average base salary of $79,289. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $71,625 to $88,296 with the average total cash compensation of $79,415.

View Average Salary for Licensed Clinical Counselor as table

	Average Salary	Average Salary Range
Base Salary	$79,289	$71,558 - $88,147
Bonus	$126	$67 - $149
Total Pay	$79,415	$71,625 - $88,296

* 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.

Licensed Clinical Counselor Salary Near San Diego, CA

CITY, STATE	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE	COMPARE TO San Diego, CA
CITY, STATE El Cajon, CA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $71,689 - $88,308	COMPARE TO San Diego, CA
CITY, STATE Chula Vista, CA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $71,902 - $88,571	COMPARE TO San Diego, CA
CITY, STATE Escondido, CA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $71,502 - $88,078	COMPARE TO San Diego, CA
CITY, STATE Oceanside, CA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $72,005 - $88,698	COMPARE TO San Diego, CA
CITY, STATE Carlsbad, CA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $71,502 - $88,078	COMPARE TO San Diego, CA
CITY, STATE Murrieta, CA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $72,666 - $89,512	COMPARE TO San Diego, CA

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About San Diego, California

According to SDSU professor emeritus Monte Marshall, San Diego Bay is "the surface expression of a north-south-trending, nested graben". The Rose Canyon and Point Loma fault zones are part of the San Andreas Fault system. About 40 miles (64 km) east of the bay are the Laguna Mountains in the Peninsular Ranges, which are part of the backbone of the American continents. The city lies on approximately 200 deep canyons and hills separating its mesas, creating small pockets of natural open space scattered throughout the city and giving it a hilly geography. Traditionally, San Diegans have built the...

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