How much does an Addiction Counselor make in Massachusetts? The average Addiction Counselor salary in Massachusetts is $64,200 as of May 28, 2024, but the range typically falls between $56,400 and $72,500. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on the city and many other important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession.

Addiction Counselor Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Addiction Counselor Salary $49,299 MA May 28, 2024
25th Percentile Addiction Counselor Salary $56,400 MA May 28, 2024
50th Percentile Addiction Counselor Salary $64,200 MA May 28, 2024
75th Percentile Addiction Counselor Salary $72,500 MA May 28, 2024
90th Percentile Addiction Counselor Salary $80,057 MA May 28, 2024
25% $56,400 10% $49,299 90% $80,057 75% $72,500 $64,200 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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The Addiction Counselor acts as mediator between patients, relatives, medical staff, and outside agencies if needed. Runs individual, family, and group counseling for patients in chemical dependency programs. Being an Addiction Counselor typically requires a bachelor's degree or equivalent; meets the standards for Chemical Dependency Counselor Certification Board, or other appropriate certification. Tracks patient progress and dispensation of treatment services. In addition, Addiction Counselor typically reports to a supervisor or manager. Addiction Counselor's years of experience requirement may be unspecified. Certification and/or licensing in the position's specialty is the main requirement. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Location Avg. Salary Date Updated
Location Attleboro, MA Avg. Salary $61,833 Date Updated May 28, 2024
Location Barnstable, MA Avg. Salary $62,481 Date Updated May 28, 2024
Location Fitchburg, MA Avg. Salary $62,835 Date Updated May 28, 2024
Location Hyannis, MA Avg. Salary $62,245 Date Updated May 28, 2024
Location Leominster, MA Avg. Salary $62,068 Date Updated May 28, 2024
Location Malden, MA Avg. Salary $66,077 Date Updated May 28, 2024
Location Methuen, MA Avg. Salary $62,953 Date Updated May 28, 2024
Location Newton, MA Avg. Salary $66,077 Date Updated May 28, 2024
Location Revere, MA Avg. Salary $66,077 Date Updated May 28, 2024
Location Weymouth, MA Avg. Salary $64,367 Date Updated May 28, 2024

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