Counselor Jobs in Alabama
Across 137 live Counselor listings in Alabama, median advertised pay is $68K (75th percentile $94K), based on the 51 that state a salary; Alabama ranks 39th of 51 states by median advertised pay; the employers with the most openings are Wellstone (25), Protocall Services (12), Jefferson Blount St Clair Mental Health Authority (10).
137+ positions available
Figures are computed from live listings and reviewed by WeekdayDoc’s physician-led editorial team; data as of October 21, 2026. Posted ranges, not accepted offers. How we compute this
These 51 roles pay ~$68k median with 6.4/10 median work-life balance — use these as your benchmarks.
Licensed Adult Outpatient Therapist - WellSpring (1st Shift)
Childrens Outpatient Therapist
Jefferson Blount St Clair Mental Health AuthorityBirmingham, AL
Childrens Blount County Schools - Hayden Therapist
Jefferson Blount St Clair Mental Health AuthorityOneonta, AL
Drug Treatment Counselor
Alabama Department of CorrectionsClayton, AL
Mental Health Clinic Outpatient Therapist
Jefferson Blount St Clair Mental Health AuthorityBirmingham, AL
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Counselor Pay in Alabama: Live Market and State Comparison
Live counselor listings in Alabama today, then Alabama against neighboring states and the top payers over the last 12 months of our own postings — so every state is measured alike. Not a salary survey.
- Live listings
- 137
- Live median
- $68k
- 75th $94k · n=51
- 12-mo median
- $70k
- Pay rank
- #39 of 51
- Work-life
- 5.6/10 · #35
- 12-mo postings
- 429
Counselor roles in Alabama advertise $5k below the $76k median across the 51 states we can measure, where Wyoming leads at $99k.
| State | Median pay (12 mo) | vs AL | WLB | Postings (12 mo) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alabama (this page) | $70k | — | 5.6/10 | 429 |
| Wyoming#1 | $99k | +$29k | 6.1/10 | 52 |
| Nevada#2 | $96k | +$26k | 5.6/10 | 206 |
| Alaska#3 | $96k | +$26k | 5.4/10 | 165 |
| Mississippiborders | $90k | +$19k | 5.4/10 | 238 |
| Georgiaborders | $69k | −$1k | 5.5/10 | 930 |
| Floridaborders | $66k | −$5k | 5.5/10 | 1756 |
| Tennesseeborders | $65k | −$5k | 5.7/10 | 813 |
“borders” = shares a border with Alabama; “#n” = national pay rank among the 51 measured states. Live figures count the listings on WeekdayDoc today (updated Oct 21, 2026); 12-month figures include postings since closed, so states compare on the same basis.
- Most openings on this page:
- Wellstone (25), Protocall Services (12), Jefferson Blount St Clair Mental Health Authority (10)
- Top-rated employers hiring:
- BetterHelp (gold, 96/100), Talkiatry (gold, 95/100), Hiaah (gold, 95/100) (Top Employers work-life index)
A few things worth knowing
About Counselor jobs in Alabama.
How much do counselors earn in Alabama?
A reliable salary estimate is unavailable for this sample of counselors. Compensation varies by role, specialty, location, and schedule. Compare employer-posted pay where disclosed, including its currency and pay period; missing pay is not estimated.
Are there remote or hybrid counselor jobs available?
Some counselors roles offer remote or hybrid flexibility. You can filter for telehealth and work-from-home options, and every listing shows its remote status before you apply.
Which counselor jobs have the best work-life balance?
Every counselor role on WeekdayDoc is scored for burnout risk using call schedule, weekend and night requirements, and remote flexibility. Among current listings, 95% with no weekends. You can sort by work-life-balance score to surface the lowest-burnout roles first.
Who is hiring counselors in Alabama right now?
Employers currently hiring for counselor roles include Wellstone, Jefferson Blount St Clair Mental Health Authority, Alabama Department of Corrections, Elite DNA Behavioral Health, and others. WeekdayDoc aggregates verified openings from these and other organizations, refreshed daily.
How many counselor jobs in Alabama are available, and how often are they updated?
There are currently 137 counselors positions in Alabama listed, with new roles added as employers post them. Job descriptions are public. Verified sign-in with Google or email gives free access to regular Apply, full search, and standard Market Insights. Saved jobs, My Search, and the dashboard also require verified sign-in. Eligible featured employer listings allow Apply without signup or email. Basic calculators are public and free; optional AI contract analysis, RVU Billing Optimizer, and Schedule Optimizer reports remain paid.
Employers hiring now
Organizations with the most openings in Counselor Jobs in Alabama
- Wellstone25 open roles here · WLB 56/100
Protocall Services12 open roles here · WLB 65/100
- Jefferson Blount St Clair Mental Health Authority10 open roles here · WLB 42/100
Naphcare10 open roles here · WLB 73/100
Addiction and Mental Health Services9 open roles here · WLB 75/100- Alabama Department of Corrections6 open roles here · WLB 75/100
Ellie Mental Health - 0855 open roles here · WLB 100/100
Spectra Care5 open roles here · WLB 61/100