Counselor Jobs in Delaware
Across 75 live Counselor listings in Delaware, median advertised pay is $111K (75th percentile $120K), based on the 35 that state a salary; Delaware ranks 5th of 51 states by median advertised pay; the employers with the most openings are Gotham Enterprises (11), Delaware Guidance Services for Children (9), LifeStance Health (8).
75+ positions available
Figures are computed from live listings and reviewed by WeekdayDoc’s physician-led editorial team; data as of October 22, 2026. Posted ranges, not accepted offers. How we compute this
These 35 roles pay ~$111k median with 6.4/10 median work-life balance — use these as your benchmarks.
Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor / CST /LCAS(A)
RHA Health ServicesWilmington, DE
Independently Licensed Behavioral Health Therapist – School-Based
Nemours Children's HealthWilmington, DE
Substance Use Disorder Counselor - CAADC, CADC
VitalCore Health StrategiesNew Castle, DE
Mental Health Clinician - LCSW, LPCMH, PsyD
VitalCore Health StrategiesWilmington, DE
Mental Health Clinician (LCSW, LPCMH, PsyD or equivalent)
VitalCore Health StrategiesSmyrna, DE
Substance Use Disorder Counselor - CAADC, CADC
VitalCore Health StrategiesSmyrna, DE
Counselor - Residential Substance Use Treatment Program FT DAYS
Mental Health Therapist - 1099 Contractor - Middletown, DE
Lyra HealthEmployer score · SilverMiddletown, DE
Mental Health Therapist - 1099 Contractor - Wilmington, DE
Lyra HealthEmployer score · SilverRemote
OP Therapist I Days PRN
Sun Behavioral Health GroupGeorgetown, DE
OP Therapist I Days PRN
SUN Behavioral DelawareGeorgetown, DE
Substance Use Disorder Counselor - CAADC, CADC
VitalCore Health StrategiesWilmington, DE
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Counselor Pay in Delaware: Live Market and State Comparison
Live counselor listings in Delaware today, then Delaware 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
- 75
- Live median
- $111k
- 75th $120k · n=35
- 12-mo median
- $89k
- Pay rank
- #5 of 51
- Work-life
- 6.8/10 · #1
- 12-mo postings
- 244
Counselor roles in Delaware advertise $14k above the $76k median across the 51 states we can measure, where Wyoming leads at $99k.
| State | Median pay (12 mo) | vs DE | WLB | Postings (12 mo) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Delaware (this page) | $89k | — | 6.8/10 | 244 |
| Wyoming#1 | $99k | +$10k | 6.1/10 | 52 |
| Alaska#2 | $96k | +$7k | 5.4/10 | 165 |
| Nevada#3 | $96k | +$6k | 5.6/10 | 207 |
| Mississippi#4 | $90k | +$0k | 5.4/10 | 239 |
| Marylandborders | $77k | −$12k | 6.0/10 | 1177 |
| New Jerseyborders | $73k | −$17k | 5.2/10 | 870 |
| Pennsylvaniaborders | $65k | −$25k | 5.8/10 | 2237 |
“borders” = shares a border with Delaware; “#n” = national pay rank among the 51 measured states. Live figures count the listings on WeekdayDoc today (updated Oct 22, 2026); 12-month figures include postings since closed, so states compare on the same basis.
- Most openings on this page:
- Gotham Enterprises (11), Delaware Guidance Services for Children (9), LifeStance Health (8)
- 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 Delaware.
How much do counselors earn in Delaware?
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 25% 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. You can sort by work-life-balance score to surface the lowest-burnout roles first.
Who is hiring counselors in Delaware right now?
Employers currently hiring for counselor roles include VitalCore Health Strategies, SUN Behavioral Delaware, Lyra Health, DELAWARE GUIDANCE SERVICES FOR CHILDREN, and others. WeekdayDoc aggregates verified openings from these and other organizations, refreshed daily.
How many counselor jobs in Delaware are available, and how often are they updated?
There are currently 75 counselors positions in Delaware 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 Delaware
Gotham Enterprises11 open roles here · WLB 96/100
Delaware Guidance Services for Children9 open roles here · WLB 86/100
LifeStance Health8 open roles here · WLB 91/100
VitalCore Health Strategies7 open roles here · WLB 66/100
Impact Life5 open roles here · WLB 86/100Thriveworks5 open roles here · WLB 97/100
Resilient Kids Child & Family Therapy-4 open roles here · WLB 66/100Lyra Health2 open roles here · WLB 93/100