Counselor Jobs in Maine
Across 27 live Counselor listings in Maine, median advertised pay is $81K (75th percentile $100K), based on the 16 that state a salary; Maine ranks 22nd of 51 states by median advertised pay; the employers with the most openings are Aroostook Mental Health Services (3), Greater Portland Health (3), Acadia (2).
27+ positions available
Figures are computed from live listings and reviewed by WeekdayDoc’s physician-led editorial team; data as of October 20, 2026. Posted ranges, not accepted offers. How we compute this
These 16 roles pay ~$81k median with 6.4/10 median work-life balance — use these as your benchmarks.
Licensed Addiction Counselor
South Portland Comprehensive Treatment CenterSouth Portland, ME
Behavioral Health Therapist
Mount Desert Island HospitalBar Harbor, ME
Mental Health Therapist for Seniors (Remote - Licensed in Maine)
Sailor HealthEmployer score · SilverRemote
Licensed Alcohol & Drug Counselor (LADC) - AUD Treatment
Penobscot Community Health CareEmployer score · SilverMaine
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist
Deer Oaks - The Behavioral Health SolutionEmployer score · SilverPortland, ME
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Counselor Pay in Maine: Live Market and State Comparison
Live counselor listings in Maine today, then Maine 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
- 27
- Live median
- $81k
- 75th $100k · n=16
- 12-mo median
- $77k
- Pay rank
- #22 of 51
- Work-life
- 6.3/10 · #4
- 12-mo postings
- 138
Counselor pay in Maine sits level with the $76k median across the 51 states we can measure, where Wyoming leads at $99k.
| State | Median pay (12 mo) | vs ME | WLB | Postings (12 mo) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Maine (this page) | $77k | — | 6.3/10 | 138 |
| Wyoming#1 | $99k | +$23k | 6.1/10 | 52 |
| Nevada#2 | $96k | +$19k | 5.6/10 | 206 |
| Alaska#3 | $96k | +$19k | 5.4/10 | 165 |
| Delaware#4 | $90k | +$13k | 6.9/10 | 244 |
| Mississippi#5 | $90k | +$13k | 5.4/10 | 238 |
| Arkansas#6 | $89k | +$13k | 5.7/10 | 269 |
| New Hampshireborders | $85k | +$9k | 6.3/10 | 275 |
“borders” = shares a border with Maine; “#n” = national pay rank among the 51 measured states. Live figures count the listings on WeekdayDoc today (updated Oct 20, 2026); 12-month figures include postings since closed, so states compare on the same basis.
- Most openings on this page:
- Aroostook Mental Health Services (3), Greater Portland Health (3), Acadia (2)
- 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 Maine.
How much do counselors earn in Maine?
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 14% 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, 57% with no on-call and 71% with no weekends. You can sort by work-life-balance score to surface the lowest-burnout roles first.
Who is hiring counselors in Maine right now?
Employers currently hiring for counselor roles include Vet Jobs, South Portland Comprehensive Treatment Center, Mount Desert Island Hospital, Sailor Health, and others. WeekdayDoc aggregates verified openings from these and other organizations, refreshed daily.
How many counselor jobs in Maine are available, and how often are they updated?
There are currently 27 counselors positions in Maine 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 Maine
Aroostook Mental Health Services3 open roles here · WLB 68/100
Greater Portland Health3 open roles here · WLB 75/100Acadia2 open roles here · WLB 75/100
Thriveworks2 open roles here · WLB 98/100
Central Maine Medical Center1 open role here · WLB 66/100- Deer Oaks - The Behavioral Health Solution1 open role here · WLB 76/100
- EEverest Recovery Centers1 open role here
Magellan Health1 open role here · WLB 67/100