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CHARLESTON COUNTY, SC

Counselors - Temporary

Pay: $21.66–$27.17/hr

Posted: 2 weeks ago

Location: Charleston, SC (Onsite)

Last Updated: 2 weeks ago

Hours: Part-Time

Expires: 9/22/2026

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What they do

A Substance Abuse Counselor counsels people struggling with addictions to alcohol, drugs or other substances. Assists clients in dealing with personal and professional problems related to substance abuse. Collaborates with other health care and mental health care professionals to coordinate services for clients, and works with families of substance abusers. May work in a clinic, health care facility or community based program, or work with clients referred through the criminal justice system.

$26,802 / year median in South Carolina

+19% projected growth

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Job Description

Job Description Description We are looking for motivated and caring individuals to provide counseling services to patients in a variety of settings.

HIRING HOURLY

$21.66 - $27.17 Licensure and current Alcohol and other Drug Counselor certification will also be taken into consideration for additional percentage increases.

OPEN UNTIL FILLED - APPLICATION REVIEW BEGINS IMMEDIATELY

Duties and Responsibilities This position plays a critical role in serving the citizens of Charleston County seeking recovery from substance use disorders. Services include both individual and group counseling as well as case management. Temporary counselor opportunities currently exist in the outpatient and residential treatment areas. Minimum Qualifications Temporary Counselors may work a maximum of 28 hours weekly. The residential positions require weekends and potentially some weekdays. The outpatient positions will involve weekday hours and will include one evening group. Starting salary is dependent upon education, experience, credentialing, and licensure. 1y-3y experience with Master's Degree = $21.66 hourly (3y-5y with Bachelor Degree) 3y-5y with a Master's Degree = $24.25 hourly (5y+ with a Bachelor's Degree) 5y+ Master's Degree required = $27.17 hourly Licensure and current Alcohol and other Drug Counselor certification will also be taken into consideration for additional percentage increases. This is a temporary position and no benefits are associated with it.