Counselors in Buffalo, NY

WNYJOBS has Counselor jobs in Buffalo, NY and Western New York. (SEE JOBS BELOW.) Open positions include Mental Health Counselor, Mental Health Technician, Resident Counselor, Substance Abuse Counselor, and Behavioral Disorder Counselor positions with local companies hiring now.

Substance abuse, behavioral disorder, and mental health counselors provide treatment and advise people who suffer from alcoholism, drug addiction, or other mental or behavioral problems. Substance abuse, behavioral disorder, and mental health counselors work in a wide variety of settings, such as mental health centers, community health centers, prisons, and private practice. Most work full time. Most positions require at least a bachelor’s degree. Although educational requirements can vary from a high school diploma and certification to a master’s degree for substance abuse and behavioral disorder counselors, a master’s degree and an internship is typically required to become a mental health counselor.

The mean hourly wages for NYS workers in the greater Buffalo – Niagara Falls, NY area are $22.18/hour or $46,130 annually. Per the U.S Bureau of Labor & Statistics.