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442+ Counselor Jobs in North Carolina

Counselor positions in North Carolina with $50K-$80K salary ranges, burnout scores, and schedule details shown upfront. Filter by no call, remote, and weekday-only.

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These 228 roles pay ~$70k median with 6.6/10 median work-life balance — use these as your benchmarks.

Mindpath Health logo

Remote Outpatient Therapist

Mindpath HealthTop Employer

CounselorRemote
3w ago
No NightsNo Weekends
Top 10%

in Mental Health Therapy (Counseling)

Mindpath Health logo

Remote Outpatient Therapist

Mindpath HealthTop Employer

CounselorRemote
3w ago
No NightsNo Weekends
Top 10%

in Mental Health Therapy (Counseling)

HCBS OF NORTH CAROLINA logo

Substance Abuse Counselor

HCBS OF NORTH CAROLINA

No Nights
Top 5%

in Substance Use / Addiction Counselor

Steadfast Health logo

Licensed Clinical Therapist

Steadfast Health

HybridNo Nights
Top 10%

in Mental Health Therapy (Counseling)

Steadfast Health logo

Licensed Clinical Therapist

Steadfast Health

CounselorGreensboro, NC
70k - $80k
4w ago
HybridNo Nights
Top 10%

in Mental Health Therapy (Counseling)

Equip Health logo

Fully Licensed Therapist - Remote

Equip HealthGreat Workplace

CounselorRemote
71k - $92k
30+ days ago
No Weekends
Top 10%

in Mental Health Therapy (Counseling)

Easterseals PORT Health logo

Outpatient Therapist

Easterseals PORT Health

HybridNo Nights
Top 10%

in Mental Health Therapy (Counseling)

American Addiction Centers logo

Psychotherapist Production - Atrium Health Women's Care Behavioral Health

American Addiction Centers

CounselorShelby, NC
28.55 - $46.05 per hour
HybridNo Nights
Top 10%

in Mental Health Therapy (Counseling)

Action Behavior Centers logo

Child Autism Therapist (Bachelor's Degree Required)

Action Behavior CentersGreat Workplace

CounselorCharlotte, NC
16.5-$27 per hour
2d ago
No NightsNo Weekends
Top 25%

in Mental Health Therapy (Counseling)

Acadia logo

Substance Use Counselor

Acadia

No CallNo Weekends
Top 5%

in Substance Use / Addiction Counselor

Hillsborough Comprehensive Treatment Center logo

Substance Use Counselor

Hillsborough Comprehensive Treatment Center

No CallNo Weekends
Top 5%

in Substance Use / Addiction Counselor

Asheboro Comprehensive Treatment Center logo

Substance Use Counselor

Asheboro Comprehensive Treatment Center

No CallNo Weekends
Top 5%

in Substance Use / Addiction Counselor

American Addiction Centers logo

Genetics Counselor II - Pediatric Cancer and Blood Disorders Genetic Predisposition Clinic - Full Time

American Addiction Centers

CounselorCharlotte, NC
41.1-$61.65 per hour
6d ago
No CallNo Weekends
Top 25%

in Pediatrics (Counseling)

Acadia logo

Lead Substance Use Counselor

Acadia

No CallNo Weekends
Top 5%

in Substance Use / Addiction Counselor

Here Now Health logo

Licensed Therapist, Part Time (North Carolina) 20 hours/week

Here Now Health

CounselorRemote
50-$65 per hour
3w ago
No Weekends
Top 25%

in Mental Health Therapy (Counseling)

SUN BEHAVIORAL HEALTH GROUP logo

Youth Haven Services - Therapist, Licensed - Day Treatment

SUN BEHAVIORAL HEALTH GROUP

No Nights
Top 25%

in Mental Health Therapy (Counseling)

HCBS OF NORTH CAROLINA logo

Youth Haven Services - Therapist, Licensed - Day Treatment

HCBS OF NORTH CAROLINA

No Nights
Top 25%

in Mental Health Therapy (Counseling)

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How North Carolina Compares for Counselor Pay

North Carolina against neighboring states and the top payers, from our own counselor postings over the last 12 months — not a salary survey.

Median advertised
$65k
Pay rank
#50 of 51
Work-life balance
6.1/10 · #34
Open listings
1060

Counselor roles in North Carolina advertise $13k below the $78k median across the 51 states we can measure, where Mississippi leads at $119k.

Counselor median pay and work-life-balance score, North Carolina compared with neighboring states and the highest-paying states
StateMedian payvs NCWLBListings
North Carolina (this page)$65k6.1/101060
Mississippi#1$119k+$54k6.1/10172
Louisiana#2$110k+$45k5.7/10270
Alaska#3$101k+$36k6.2/10110
South Carolinaborders$82k+$18k6.2/10300
Virginiaborders$76k+$12k6.1/10878
Georgiaborders$73k+$9k6.0/10718
Tennesseeborders$63k−$2k6.2/10698

“borders” = shares a border with North Carolina; “#n” = national pay rank among the 51 measured states.

North Carolina Jobs

442+ counselor positions in North Carolina

Competitive Pay

Earn $50K-$80K with benefits

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New positions added daily

Counselor Jobs in North Carolina: Salary, Outlook & Work-Life Balance

North Carolina offers a competitive market for healthcare professionals seeking counselor jobs in north carolina. With 442+ open positions and salaries ranging from $34K to $135K, clinicians have strong options for career growth and work-life balance. 40% of listed positions offer remote or hybrid arrangements.

Every listing is evaluated using WeekdayDoc's proprietary work-life balance scoring system. Counselor Jobs in North Carolina on this page have an average score of 8.2/10, with 25% with no on-call requirements, 70% with no weekends, 40% offering remote work. This data helps clinicians quickly identify positions that match their lifestyle priorities without reading through hundreds of job descriptions.

Leading employers currently hiring for counselor jobs in north carolina include HCBS OF NORTH CAROLINA, Mindpath Health, Steadfast Health, American Addiction Centers, and more. Positions span counselor jobs north carolina. New jobs are added daily as healthcare organizations expand their teams.

Among the top-rated employers hiring for counselor jobs in north carolina, Sailor Health (score: 97.0/100), GLOBAL OUTREACH TELEREHABILITATION (score: 96.8/100), Talkiatry (score: 96.4/100) have earned WeekdayDoc's Top Employer designation based on our proprietary ranking system. This ranking evaluates burnout scores (40%), salary competitiveness (30%), and work-life balance features like no-call and remote options (30%). See the full rankings on our Top Employers page.

According to WeekdayDoc's Market Pulse — which tracks real-time compensation data from thousands of active job postings — the current median salary is $107K, trending up 1.3% over the past quarter. This data is derived from 79,590+ job postings analyzed over the past 12 months — updated daily, unlike annual survey-based reports. Explore salary trends and burnout data on our Market Pulse dashboard.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much do counselors earn in North Carolina?

Listed counselors in North Carolina on WeekdayDoc pay roughly $34K to $135K per year, with a median near $70K. Actual pay varies by specialty, setting, experience, and shift type — every listing shows its salary upfront.

Are there remote or hybrid counselors 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 counselors 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 North Carolina right now?

Employers currently hiring for counselor roles include HCBS OF NORTH CAROLINA, Mindpath Health, Steadfast Health, American Addiction Centers, and others. WeekdayDoc aggregates verified openings from these and other organizations, refreshed daily.

How many counselor jobs in north carolina are available, and how often are they updated?

There are currently 442+ counselors positions in North Carolina listed, with new roles added daily as employers post them. Create a free account to compare salaries and work-life-balance scores side by side, then apply directly.

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