Counselor Jobs in Arkansas
Across 114 live Counselor listings in Arkansas, median advertised pay is $100K (75th percentile $120K), based on the 39 that state a salary; Arkansas ranks 6th of 51 states by median advertised pay; the employers with the most openings are UHS (30), Gotham Enterprises (13), Thriveworks (11).
114+ positions available
Figures are computed from live listings and reviewed by WeekdayDoc’s physician-led editorial team; data as of October 19, 2026. Posted ranges, not accepted offers. How we compute this
These 39 roles pay ~$100k median with 7.2/10 median work-life balance — use these as your benchmarks.
Senior Clinical Therapist - BHSL ARConnect Now
University of Arkansas SystemLittle Rock, AR
Senior Clinical Therapist - BHSL ARConnect Now
University of Arkansas for Medical SciencesLittle Rock, AR
Licensed Mental Health Therapist (LMFT, LCSW, LPC)
Gotham EnterprisesEmployer score · SilverRemote
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT)
Gotham EnterprisesEmployer score · SilverRemote
Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC)
Gotham EnterprisesEmployer score · SilverRemote
Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC)
Gotham EnterprisesEmployer score · SilverRemote
Behavioral Health Clinician
Empower Healthcare SolutionsLittle Rock, AR
Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC)
Gotham EnterprisesEmployer score · SilverRemote
Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC)
Gotham EnterprisesEmployer score · SilverRemote
Senior Clinical Therapist - Northwest Ar
University of Arkansas SystemFort Smith, AR
Senior Clinical Therapist - Northwest Ar
University of Arkansas for Medical SciencesFort Smith, AR
Development Therapist - Pediatrics
Friendship Community CareRogers, AR
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Counselor Pay in Arkansas: Live Market and State Comparison
Live counselor listings in Arkansas today, then Arkansas 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
- 114
- Live median
- $100k
- 75th $120k · n=39
- 12-mo median
- $89k
- Pay rank
- #6 of 51
- Work-life
- 5.7/10 · #20
- 12-mo postings
- 269
Counselor roles in Arkansas advertise $14k above the $76k median across the 51 states we can measure, where Wyoming leads at $99k.
| State | Median pay (12 mo) | vs AR | WLB | Postings (12 mo) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arkansas (this page) | $89k | — | 5.7/10 | 269 |
| Wyoming#1 | $99k | +$10k | 6.1/10 | 52 |
| Mississippiborders | $90k | +$0k | 5.4/10 | 238 |
| Louisianaborders | $85k | −$4k | 5.5/10 | 332 |
| Oklahomaborders | $81k | −$8k | 5.7/10 | 344 |
| Texasborders | $74k | −$16k | 5.6/10 | 2177 |
| Missouriborders | $72k | −$18k | 5.5/10 | 706 |
| Tennesseeborders | $65k | −$24k | 5.7/10 | 813 |
“borders” = shares a border with Arkansas; “#n” = national pay rank among the 51 measured states. Live figures count the listings on WeekdayDoc today (updated Oct 19, 2026); 12-month figures include postings since closed, so states compare on the same basis.
- Most openings on this page:
- UHS (30), Gotham Enterprises (13), Thriveworks (11)
- 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 Arkansas.
How much do counselors earn in Arkansas?
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?
Yes — about 40% of current counselors listings offer remote or hybrid work. 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, 25% with no on-call and 70% with no weekends. You can sort by work-life-balance score to surface the lowest-burnout roles first.
Who is hiring counselors in Arkansas right now?
Employers currently hiring for counselor roles include Gotham Enterprises, ICM, University of Arkansas System, University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, and others. WeekdayDoc aggregates verified openings from these and other organizations, refreshed daily.
How many counselor jobs in Arkansas are available, and how often are they updated?
There are currently 114 counselors positions in Arkansas 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 Arkansas
UHS30 open roles here · WLB 52/100
Gotham Enterprises13 open roles here · WLB 96/100
Thriveworks11 open roles here · WLB 98/100
ICM8 open roles here · WLB 72/100Rite of Passage7 open roles here · WLB 71/100
Unity Health5 open roles here · WLB 65/100- Friendship Community Care3 open roles here · WLB 71/100
Methodist Family Health3 open roles here · WLB 62/100