Certified Counselor Jobs in Arkansas

A Certified Counselor in the mental health industry provides professional counseling services to a variety of clients, offering therapeutic support for mental health issues such as depression, anxiety, addiction, trauma, and other psychological disorders. Their main role involves conducting comprehensive assessments, developing personalized treatment plans, and facilitating therapeutic sessions to help clients manage their conditions, improve their mental wellbeing, and enhance their overall quality of life. These professionals may work in various settings, including hospitals, rehabilitation centers, educational institutions, private practice, and more.

To become a Certified Counselor, one must possess a master's degree in counseling or a related field, complete a certain number of supervised clinical hours, and pass a state licensing exam. Important skills in this profession include active listening, empathy, strong interpersonal skills, critical thinking, and excellent communication abilities. Prior to becoming a Certified Counselor, an individual might have roles such as a Mental Health Technician, Substance Abuse Counselor, or a Social Worker. In these positions, they can gain crucial experience in providing support to individuals experiencing mental health challenges, which will be invaluable in their future counseling career.

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Behavioral Health Therapist, Clarity Health&Wellness, FT, 8A-5P

  • Newport, AR
  • 8 hours ago
  • Newport, AR
  • 8 hours ago

Experience : Licensed in Arkansas as a Mental Health Professional with at least two years post-master’s experience in a psychiatric or mental health setting....

Behavioral Health Therapist, PRN POOL

  • Jacksonville, AR
  • 8 hours ago
  • Jacksonville, AR
  • 8 hours ago

MAINTAINING MENTAL HEALTH CARE Provides mental health care. 5. TEACHING/EDUCATION Provides and documents education and teaching for patients, self and others. 6....

Licensed Professional Counselor

  • Springdale, AR
  • 8 hours ago
  • Springdale, AR
  • 8 hours ago

Manage psychotherapy intakes and treatment plans Collaborate as a part of a multidisciplinary team working with patients in Long-Term Care facilities in your area....

Therapist

  • Fordyce, AR
  • 2 days ago
  • Fordyce, AR
  • 2 days ago

PURPOSE STATEMENT: Diagnose and treat mental and emotional disorders, whether cognitive, affective or behavioral. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: · Apply psychotherapeutic techniques and interventions in the...

Licensed Professional Counselor

  • De Witt, AR
  • 2 days ago
  • De Witt, AR
  • 2 days ago

Individual will provide behavioral and mental health services for students in grades K-12....

Licensed Mental Health Counselor / Therapist (New Pay Rates)

  • Hot Springs, AR
  • 4 days ago
  • Hot Springs, AR
  • 4 days ago

Flexible Scheduling - Provide mental health care on your time, whether thats during the day, evenings, or on the weekend....

Remote Mental Health Therapist Increased Pay Rates

  • Eureka Springs, AR
  • 4 days ago
  • Eureka Springs, AR
  • 4 days ago

Flexible Scheduling - Provide mental health care on your time, whether thats during the day, evenings, or on the weekend....

Remote Work

Mental Health Therapist

  • Rogers, AR
  • 4 days ago
  • Rogers, AR
  • 4 days ago

Flexible Scheduling - Provide mental health care on your time, whether thats during the day, evenings, or on the weekend....

School-Based Mental Health Therapist

  • Hardy, AR
  • 5 days ago
  • Hardy, AR
  • 5 days ago

We understand that many children and adolescents struggle with a variety of mental health issues. For this reason, the school district opened a mental health clinic on campus....

Mental Health Therapist - Augusta/FT

  • Searcy, AR
  • 5 days ago
  • Searcy, AR
  • 5 days ago

As a part of Pinnacle Pointe Behavioral Health System, we bring over 25 years of experience providing quality care to children and adolescents....

Clinical Program Therapist PRN Behavioral Health

  • Hot Springs, AR
  • 5 days ago
  • Hot Springs, AR
  • 5 days ago

At Lifepoint Behavioral Health, we specialize in compassionate behavioral health services, including crisis stabilization for acute mental health and substance use disorders....

Therapist : LAC, LPC, LMSW, LCSW licensed in Arkansas

  • Springdale, AR
  • 6 days ago
  • Springdale, AR
  • 6 days ago

Yellow Rock Behavioral Health is seeking a full timer therapist licensed in the state of Arkansas....

Mental Health Therapist

  • Hot Springs, AR
  • 6 days ago
  • Hot Springs, AR
  • 6 days ago

We’re revolutionizing behavioral health care delivery for individuals, clinicians and the entire health care system....

Licensed Professional Counselor

  • Little Rock, AR
  • 6 days ago
  • Little Rock, AR
  • 6 days ago

LICENSED PROFESSIONAL COUNSELOR Date: Apr 21, 2025 Req ID: 48819 Location: Little Rock, AR, US, 72209 Category: DEPT OF ARKANSAS STATE POLICE Anticipated Starting Salary: 45010 Position Number:...

Demographic Data for Arkansas

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Certified Spiritual Counselor & Psychology EmpathACCREDITED
INTERNATIONALLY CERTIFIED & ACCREDITEDSpiritual counseling became something I offered in my own healing practice when so many of my client's taking other healing modalities from me, who were...
Certified Life Transition Counselor & Coach ACCREDITED
INTERNATIONALLY CERTIFIED & ACCREDITED In life we experience so many learning curves and growing pains. We often worry that to feel these things means something is horribly wrong with our life....

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Salary for Certified Counselor Jobs in Arkansas

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireMentalHealth research efforts.


Highest Education Level

Certified Counselors in Arkansas offer the following education background
Master's Degree
61.0%
Bachelor's Degree
19.5%
Doctorate Degree
10.9%
Associate's Degree
3.4%
High School or GED
2.7%
Vocational Degree or Certification
2.1%
Some College
0.3%
Some High School
0.1%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Certified Counselors in Arkansas
2-4 years
39.3%
Less than 1 year
27.4%
None
17.4%
1-2 years
8.4%
8-10 years
7.6%



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