Counselor Jobs in Ohio
Across 630 live Counselor listings in Ohio, median advertised pay is $68K (75th percentile $78K), based on the 279 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
These 279 roles pay ~$68k median with 6.1/10 median work-life balance — use these as your benchmarks.
Youth Mental Health Therapist
TCN Behavioral Health ServicesFairborn, OH
Licensed Clinical Therapist
Lighthouse Behavioral Health SolutionsColumbus, OH
Pediatric Therapist (Remote) - Ohio License
Tailwind CareEmployer score · SilverRemote
DIP Counselor (CDCA, LCDC, LICDC)
DeCoach Rehabilition CenterCincinnati, OH
Substance Abuse Counselor
Community Medical ServicesEmployer score · SilverColumbus, OH
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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.
Counselor roles in Ohio advertise $12k below the $75k median across the 51 states we can measure, where Wyoming leads at $97k.
| State | Median pay | vs OH | WLB | Listings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ohio (this page) | $64k | — | 5.6/10 | 1851 |
| Wyoming#1 | $97k | +$33k | 6.0/10 | 51 |
| Nevada#2 | $96k | +$32k | 5.7/10 | 203 |
| West Virginiaborders | $74k | +$10k | 5.6/10 | 228 |
| Indianaborders | $73k | +$9k | 5.5/10 | 603 |
| Kentuckyborders | $68k | +$4k | 5.8/10 | 548 |
| Michiganborders | $68k | +$4k | 5.7/10 | 906 |
| Pennsylvaniaborders | $65k | +$1k | 5.8/10 | 2159 |
“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 6.1/10, with 10% with no on-call requirements, 65% with no weekends, 20% 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 UHS, Ohio Guidestone, Via Quest, Community Medical Services, 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 $105K, trending up 3.4% over the past quarter. This data is derived from 34,178+ 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 20% 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, 10% with no on-call and 65% with no weekends. 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 UHS, Ohio Guidestone, Via Quest, Community Medical Services, 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.
Employers hiring now
Organizations with the most openings in Counselor Jobs in Ohio
Ohio Guidestone55 open roles here · WLB 73/100
Via Quest29 open roles here · WLB 78/100Unison Health26 open roles here · WLB 61/100
National Youth Advocate Program25 open roles here · WLB 64/100
Phoenix Group Home22 open roles here · WLB 74/100
Anew Behavioral Health16 open roles here · WLB 77/100- TCN Behavioral Health Services15 open roles here · WLB 75/100
- DeCoach Rehabilition Center14 open roles here · WLB 70/100