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Counselor Jobs in Ohio

Across 630 live Counselor listings in Ohio, median advertised pay is $68K (75th percentile $78K), based on the 278 that state a salary; Ohio ranks 51st of 51 states by median advertised pay; the employers with the most openings are Ohio Guidestone (55), Via Quest (29), Unison Health (26).

630+ positions available

Figures are computed from live listings and reviewed by WeekdayDoc’s physician-led editorial team; data as of October 16, 2026. Posted ranges, not accepted offers. How we compute this

630+ Counselor Jobs in Ohio Available Now

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630 jobs

These 278 roles pay ~$68k median with 6.1/10 median work-life balance — use these as your benchmarks.

Child Guidance & Family Solutions logo

Intensive Home-Based Therapist

Child Guidance & Family SolutionsAkron, OH

Counselor
$55,000 - $64,000
Firelands Health logo

Therapist, Dependently Licensed: Hrly PT

Firelands HealthFremont, OH

Counselor
Pay not disclosed
Unison Health logo

Clinical Therapist - School Based

Unison HealthNapoleon, OH

Counselor
$60,000 - $75,000
Firelands Health logo

Therapist, Dependently Licensed: Sal FT

Firelands HealthNorwalk, OH

Counselor
Pay not disclosed
Primary Health Solutions logo

Float School Based Therapist (Travel Required - Montgomery Co.)

Primary Health SolutionsDayton, OH

Counselor
Pay not disclosed
Anew Behavioral Health logo

Mental Health Therapist Batavia

Anew Behavioral HealthEmployer score · SilverBatavia, OH

Counselor
$28-$49 per hour
Nationwide Children's Hospital logo

Early Childhood Mental Health - Family Therapist I

Nationwide Children's HospitalColumbus, OH

Counselor
Pay not disclosed
TCN BEHAVIORAL HEALTH SERVICES logo

Dual Mental Health Therapist

TCN Behavioral Health ServicesXenia, OH

Counselor
Pay not disclosed
Lorain County Health & Dentistry logo

INDEPENDENT MENTAL HEALTH THERAPIST (LISW/LPCC)

Lorain County Health & DentistryLorain, OH

Counselor
Pay not disclosed
CFG HEALTH SYSTEM logo

Licensed Clinical Alcohol and Drug Counselor

CFG Health SystemMount Vernon, OH

Counselor
Salary Range: $39.00
Ellie Mental Health - 185 logo

Outpatient Mental Health Therapist

Ellie Mental Health - 185Akron, OH

Counselor
$65,000 - $80,000
Hybrid
International SOS Government Medical Services logo

Licensed Independent Chemical Dependency Counselor (LICDC) – Behavioral Health

International SOS Government Medical ServicesToledo, OH

Counselor
Pay not disclosed
Unison Health logo

Clinical Therapist - Youth Outpatient

Unison HealthToledo, OH

Counselor
$55,000 - $75,000
Christian Children's Home of Ohio logo

Cottage Therapist - Children's Residential Center

Christian Children's Home of OhioCanaan Township, OH

Counselor
Pay not disclosed
Christian Children's Home of Ohio logo

Children's Residential Center Therapist

Christian Children's Home of OhioCanaan Township, OH

Counselor
Pay not disclosed

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How Ohio Compares for Counselor Pay

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

Median advertised
$64k
Pay rank
#51 of 51
Work-life balance
5.6/10 · #39
Open listings
1852

Counselor roles in Ohio advertise $12k below the $75k median across the 51 states we can measure, where Wyoming leads at $97k.

Counselor median pay and work-life-balance score, Ohio compared with neighboring states and the highest-paying states
StateMedian payvs OHWLBListings
Ohio (this page)$64k—5.6/101852
Wyoming#1$97k+$33k6.0/1051
Nevada#2$96k+$32k5.7/10203
West Virginiaborders$74k+$10k5.6/10228
Indianaborders$73k+$9k5.5/10605
Kentuckyborders$68k+$4k5.8/10547
Michiganborders$68k+$4k5.7/10908
Pennsylvaniaborders$65k+$1k5.8/102165

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

Counselor Jobs in Ohio: Market Overview & Work-Life Balance

Listing snapshot: this overview summarizes the jobs loaded on this page. Market comparisons use the separate scope and time period labeled in their section.

Ohio offers a competitive market for healthcare professionals seeking counselor jobs in ohio. With 630+ open positions, clinicians have strong options for career growth and work-life balance.

Every listing is evaluated using WeekdayDoc's proprietary work-life balance scoring system. Counselor Jobs in Ohio on this page have an average score of 5.6/10, with 15% 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 ohio include Firelands Health, Unison Health, Christian Children's Home of Ohio, Child Guidance & Family Solutions, and more. Positions span counselor jobs ohio. New jobs are added daily as healthcare organizations expand their teams.

Among the top-rated employers hiring for counselor jobs in ohio, BetterHelp (score: 95.9/100), Talkiatry (score: 95.0/100), Hiaah (score: 94.5/100) 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 $106K, trending up 3.9% over the past quarter. This data is derived from 34,718+ 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.

A few things worth knowing

About Counselor jobs in Ohio.

How much do counselors earn in Ohio?

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 counselors jobs available?

Yes — about 15% 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. You can sort by work-life-balance score to surface the lowest-burnout roles first.

Who is hiring counselors in Ohio right now?

Employers currently hiring for counselor roles include Firelands Health, Unison Health, Christian Children's Home of Ohio, Child Guidance & Family Solutions, and others. WeekdayDoc aggregates verified openings from these and other organizations, refreshed daily.

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

There are currently 630 counselors positions in Ohio 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.