Counselor Jobs in New Jersey
Across 335 live Counselor listings in New Jersey, median advertised pay is $80K (75th percentile $100K), based on the 208 that state a salary; New Jersey ranks 33rd of 51 states by median advertised pay; the employers with the most openings are Neuropath Healthcare Solutions (70), Senior Care Therapy (15), Preferred Behavioral Health of New Jersey (14).
335+ positions available
Figures are computed from live listings and reviewed by WeekdayDoc’s physician-led editorial team; data as of October 24, 2026. Posted ranges, not accepted offers. How we compute this
These 208 roles pay ~$80k median with 6.0/10 median work-life balance — use these as your benchmarks.
Mental Health Therapist - 1099 Contractor - Edison, NJ
Lyra HealthEmployer score · SilverRemote
Mental Health Therapist - 1099 Contractor - Egg Harbor, NJ
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Mental Health Therapist - 1099 Contractor - Freehold, NJ
Lyra HealthEmployer score · SilverFreehold, NJ
Mental Health Therapist - 1099 Contractor - Trenton, NJ
Lyra HealthEmployer score · SilverTrenton, NJ
Mental Health Therapist - 1099 Contractor - Toms River, NJ
Lyra HealthEmployer score · SilverToms River, NJ
Mental Health Therapist - 1099 Contractor - Williamstown, NJ
Lyra HealthEmployer score · SilverRemote
Mental Health Therapist - 1099 Contractor - East Brunswick, NJ
Lyra HealthEmployer score · SilverEast Brunswick, NJ
Therapist I, MST
Community SolutionsSecaucus, NJ
Part-time Adolescent Mental Health Therapists (Ages 13+) - New Jersey
HandspringRemote
PRN Therapist CWCCH
Acenda Integrated HealthCape May Court House, NJ
Substance Use, Co-Occurring, Mental Health Therapist - FFS
Acenda HealthCape May Court House, NJ
Clinical Therapist - CADC
Boca Recovery CenterAtlantic City, NJ
Behavioral Health Clinician - CADC or LCADC REQUIRED
Jefferson Health PlansCherry Hill, NJ
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Counselor Pay in New Jersey: Live Market and State Comparison
Live counselor listings in New Jersey today, then New Jersey 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
- 335
- Live median
- $80k
- 75th $100k · n=208
- 12-mo median
- $73k
- Pay rank
- #33 of 51
- Work-life
- 5.2/10 · #51
- 12-mo postings
- 865
Counselor roles in New Jersey advertise $3k below the $75k median across the 51 states we can measure, where Wyoming leads at $96k.
| State | Median pay (12 mo) | vs NJ | WLB | Postings (12 mo) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Jersey (this page) | $73k | — | 5.2/10 | 865 |
| Wyoming#1 | $96k | +$23k | 6.1/10 | 53 |
| Alaska#2 | $96k | +$23k | 5.4/10 | 166 |
| Nevada#3 | $96k | +$23k | 5.6/10 | 212 |
| Mississippi#4 | $90k | +$17k | 5.4/10 | 244 |
| Delawareborders | $89k | +$17k | 7.0/10 | 253 |
| New Yorkborders | $69k | −$3k | 5.3/10 | 2189 |
| Pennsylvaniaborders | $65k | −$8k | 5.8/10 | 2232 |
“borders” = shares a border with New Jersey; “#n” = national pay rank among the 51 measured states. Live figures count the listings on WeekdayDoc today (updated Oct 24, 2026); 12-month figures include postings since closed, so states compare on the same basis.
- Most openings on this page:
- Neuropath Healthcare Solutions (70), Senior Care Therapy (15), Preferred Behavioral Health of New Jersey (14)
- Top-rated employers hiring:
- Talkiatry (gold, 95/100), Hiaah (gold, 95/100), Up Lift (gold, 95/100) (Top Employers work-life index)
A few things worth knowing
About Counselor jobs in New Jersey.
How much do counselors earn in New Jersey?
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 45% 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 New Jersey right now?
Employers currently hiring for counselor roles include Lyra Health, COMMUNITY SOLUTIONS, Handspring, Acenda Integrated Health, and others. WeekdayDoc aggregates verified openings from these and other organizations, refreshed daily.
How many counselor jobs in New Jersey are available, and how often are they updated?
There are currently 335 counselors positions in New Jersey 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 New Jersey
Neuropath Healthcare Solutions70 open roles here · WLB 80/100
Senior Care Therapy15 open roles here · WLB 73/100Preferred Behavioral Health of New Jersey14 open roles here · WLB 75/100
Hackensack Meridian Health11 open roles here · WLB 39/100
St. Joseph's Health11 open roles here · WLB 65/100
Elwyn10 open roles here · WLB 75/100Lyra Health9 open roles here · WLB 93/100
Acenda Integrated Health8 open roles here · WLB 69/100