Counselor Jobs in South Carolina
Across 119 live Counselor listings in South Carolina, median advertised pay is $95K (75th percentile $114K), based on the 36 that state a salary; South Carolina ranks 18th of 51 states by median advertised pay; the employers with the most openings are UHS (21), MUSC (10), Thriveworks (7).
119+ positions available
Figures are computed from live listings and reviewed by WeekdayDoc’s physician-led editorial team; data as of October 15, 2026. Posted ranges, not accepted offers. How we compute this
119+ Counselor Jobs in South Carolina Available Now
These 36 roles pay ~$95k median with 6.1/10 median work-life balance — use these as your benchmarks.
Licensed Mental Health Therapist (PRN)
Alcanza Clinical ResearchNorth Charleston, SC
Professional Counselor
Horry-Georgetown Technical CollegeRemote
Licensed Clinical Counselor- Fee For Service
Epworth Children's HomeColumbia, SC
Coordinator & Counselor, Cancer Support Community, Full Time, Days
Licensed/Licensed Eligible Clinical Therapist - Behavioral Health
Licensed Talk Therapist- Fee for Service
ThriveworksEmployer score · SilverCharleston, SC
Assessment Counselor
Shoreline Behavioral Health ServiceConway, SC
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How South Carolina Compares for Counselor Pay
South Carolina against neighboring states and the top payers, from our own counselor postings over the last 12 months — not a salary survey.
Counselor roles in South Carolina advertise $2k above the $76k median across the 51 states we can measure, where Wyoming leads at $97k.
| State | Median pay | vs SC | WLB | Listings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| South Carolina (this page) | $78k | — | 5.8/10 | 376 |
| Wyoming#1 | $97k | +$19k | 6.0/10 | 51 |
| Nevada#2 | $96k | +$18k | 5.7/10 | 202 |
| Alaska#3 | $94k | +$16k | 5.4/10 | 161 |
| Mississippi#4 | $93k | +$15k | 5.5/10 | 232 |
| Delaware#5 | $90k | +$12k | 6.9/10 | 234 |
| Georgiaborders | $69k | −$9k | 5.6/10 | 890 |
| North Carolinaborders | $64k | −$14k | 5.7/10 | 1389 |
“borders” = shares a border with South Carolina; “#n” = national pay rank among the 51 measured states.
Counselor Jobs in South Carolina: 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.
South Carolina offers a competitive market for healthcare professionals seeking counselor jobs in south carolina. With 119+ 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 South Carolina on this page have an average score of 5.7/10, with 10% 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 south carolina include UHS, Prisma Health, HCBS OF SOUTH CAROLINA, Epworth Children's Home, and more. Positions span counselor jobs south carolina. New jobs are added daily as healthcare organizations expand their teams.
Among the top-rated employers hiring for counselor jobs in south carolina, 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 31,769+ 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 South Carolina.
How much do counselors earn in South Carolina?
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 10% 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 South Carolina right now?
Employers currently hiring for counselor roles include UHS, Prisma Health, HCBS OF SOUTH CAROLINA, Epworth Children's Home, and others. WeekdayDoc aggregates verified openings from these and other organizations, refreshed daily.
How many counselor jobs in south carolina are available, and how often are they updated?
There are currently 119 counselors positions in South Carolina 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 South Carolina
UHS21 open roles here · WLB 52/100
MUSC10 open roles here · WLB 55/100
Thriveworks7 open roles here · WLB 98/100
Trusted Results Therapy Group7 open roles here · WLB 88/100Prisma Health6 open roles here · WLB 51/100
LifeStance Health5 open roles here · WLB 91/100
- Epworth Children's Home4 open roles here · WLB 75/100
Bon Secours3 open roles here · WLB 64/100