Counselor Jobs in Kentucky
Across 181 live Counselor listings in Kentucky, median advertised pay is $65K (75th percentile $75K), based on the 83 that state a salary; Kentucky ranks 44th of 51 states by median advertised pay; the employers with the most openings are UHS (27), CAYA Collaborative Care (20), Lifeskills Group (16).
181+ 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 83 roles pay ~$65k median with 6.0/10 median work-life balance — use these as your benchmarks.
Mental Health Therapist
CHI Saint Joseph Medical GroupLexington, KY
Therapist School Based (Lexington Middle School)
Sun Behavioral Health GroupWinchester, KY
Therapist I (54684)
CAYA Collaborative CareHopkinsville, KY
Certified Hand Therapist
St. Elizabeth HealthcareCrestview Hills, KY
Recreation/Expressive Therapist (Cert)
Inpatient Therapist CSW, LCSW, LPCC, LMFT, Licensed Psychologist PRN
Chemical Dependency Counselor
SUN Behavioral KentuckyLexington, KY
Chemical Dependency Counselor
Sun Behavioral Health GroupLexington, KY
MAT Therapist - Physician's Clinic (1st Shift)
River Valley Behavioral HealthOwensboro, KY
Adolescent (Middle School age) Therapist
SUN Behavioral KentuckyLexington, KY
Adolescent (Middle School age) Therapist
Sun Behavioral Health GroupLexington, KY
Mental Health Therapist for Seniors (Remote - Licensed in Kentucky)
Sailor HealthEmployer score · SilverRemote
Substance Abuse Counselor - Louisville, KY
Crossroads Treatment CentersLouisville, KY
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Counselor Pay in Kentucky: Live Market and State Comparison
Live counselor listings in Kentucky today, then Kentucky 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
- 181
- Live median
- $65k
- 75th $75k · n=83
- 12-mo median
- $68k
- Pay rank
- #44 of 51
- Work-life
- 5.8/10 · #18
- 12-mo postings
- 550
Counselor roles in Kentucky advertise $7k below the $76k median across the 51 states we can measure, where Wyoming leads at $99k.
| State | Median pay (12 mo) | vs KY | WLB | Postings (12 mo) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kentucky (this page) | $68k | — | 5.8/10 | 550 |
| Virginiaborders | $76k | +$7k | 5.7/10 | 1232 |
| Indianaborders | $73k | +$5k | 5.5/10 | 609 |
| Missouriborders | $72k | +$3k | 5.5/10 | 706 |
| West Virginiaborders | $71k | +$3k | 5.6/10 | 230 |
| Illinoisborders | $67k | −$1k | 5.7/10 | 1826 |
| Tennesseeborders | $65k | −$3k | 5.7/10 | 813 |
| Ohioborders | $64k | −$4k | 5.6/10 | 1877 |
“borders” = shares a border with Kentucky; “#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:
- UHS (27), CAYA Collaborative Care (20), Lifeskills Group (16)
- 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 Kentucky.
How much do counselors earn in Kentucky?
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 10% 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, 35% with no on-call and 50% with no weekends. You can sort by work-life-balance score to surface the lowest-burnout roles first.
Who is hiring counselors in Kentucky right now?
Employers currently hiring for counselor roles include UHS, SUN BEHAVIORAL HEALTH GROUP, SUN Behavioral Kentucky, CHI Saint Joseph Medical Group, and others. WeekdayDoc aggregates verified openings from these and other organizations, refreshed daily.
How many counselor jobs in Kentucky are available, and how often are they updated?
There are currently 181 counselors positions in Kentucky 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 Kentucky
UHS27 open roles here · WLB 52/100
CAYA Collaborative Care20 open roles here · WLB 25/100
Lifeskills Group16 open roles here · WLB 33/100Gotham Enterprises8 open roles here · WLB 96/100
Seven Counties Services8 open roles here · WLB 70/100
KVC Health Systems7 open roles here · WLB 55/100Comprehend6 open roles here · WLB 50/100
UofL Health6 open roles here · WLB 68/100