How much does an Addiction Counselor make in New York? The average Addiction Counselor salary in New York is $62,900 as of May 28, 2024, but the range typically falls between $55,300 and $71,100. 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 $48,381 NY May 28, 2024
25th Percentile Addiction Counselor Salary $55,300 NY May 28, 2024
50th Percentile Addiction Counselor Salary $62,900 NY May 28, 2024
75th Percentile Addiction Counselor Salary $71,100 NY May 28, 2024
90th Percentile Addiction Counselor Salary $78,566 NY May 28, 2024
25% $55,300 10% $48,381 90% $78,566 75% $71,100 $62,900 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 Brentwood, NY Avg. Salary $64,544 Date Updated May 28, 2024
Location Clay, NY Avg. Salary $58,591 Date Updated May 28, 2024
Location Henrietta, NY Avg. Salary $58,001 Date Updated May 28, 2024
Location Huntington, NY Avg. Salary $67,197 Date Updated May 28, 2024
Location Levittown, NY Avg. Salary $64,662 Date Updated May 28, 2024
Location Nassau, NY Avg. Salary $64,662 Date Updated May 28, 2024
Location New Suffolk, NY Avg. Salary $63,778 Date Updated May 28, 2024
Location Accord, NY Avg. Salary $62,953 Date Updated May 28, 2024
Location Acra, NY Avg. Salary $59,888 Date Updated May 28, 2024
Location Adams, NY Avg. Salary $58,296 Date Updated May 28, 2024

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