Staff Counselor Jobs
Staff Counselor jobs are open across residential treatment centers, school districts, behavioral health organizations, and correctional facilities, from entry-level and counselor-in-training roles through senior and program director levels, with specializations in crisis intervention, substance use recovery, and adolescent mental health. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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21179BR
Job description
This position facilitates the activities of school counselors, organizes, supervises and coordinates programs in school counseling services.
Title
Support Staff-District Guidance Counselor-K-5
Location
Guidance Services
Employment type
Full-time
City
Kissimmee
Address line 1
817 Bill Beck Blvd (Guidance Services)
Job category
Professional Support Staff - Non-Bargaining
Required qualifications, skills and experience
Master’s degree required in School Counseling.
Minimum of five (5) years prior related work experience.
EEO statement
The School District of Osceola County, Florida, does not discriminate in treatment or employment in its programs on the basis of race, color, national origin, gender, age, disability, marital status or genetic information in its educational programs and employment practices.
Minimum salary / rate
$63,375
21179BR
Job description
This position facilitates the activities of school counselors, organizes, supervises and coordinates programs in school counseling services.
Title
Support Staff-District Guidance Counselor-K-5
Location
Guidance Services
Employment type
Full-time
City
Kissimmee
Address line 1
817 Bill Beck Blvd (Guidance Services)
Job category
Professional Support Staff - Non-Bargaining
Required qualifications, skills and experience
Master’s degree required in School Counseling.
Minimum of five (5) years prior related work experience.
EEO statement
The School District of Osceola County, Florida, does not discriminate in treatment or employment in its programs on the basis of race, color, national origin, gender, age, disability, marital status or genetic information in its educational programs and employment practices.
Minimum salary / rate
$63,375
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Who's Hiring
- Mount Hermon Association10
- wtcr1
- ComPsych1
- ESF Camps1
- CAMP ANOKIJIG1
Top Industries Hiring
- Education
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in staff counselor jobs.
- Bachelor's or master's degree in counseling, social work, psychology, or a related field
- Active or eligible state licensure such as LPC, LCSW, LADC, or equivalent credential
- Experience conducting individual and group counseling sessions in a clinical or residential setting
- Proficiency in writing treatment plans, progress notes, and psychosocial assessments
- CPR, first aid, and crisis intervention certification such as CPI or Safety-Care
- Familiarity with electronic health record systems and documentation compliance standards
Tips for Your Staff Counselor Job Search
Lead your resume with licensure status
Many staff counselor postings filter applications by licensure before a human reviews them. Put your credential level, such as LPC, LCSW, or CADC, in your resume header and repeat it in your summary so it's impossible to miss.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists staff counselor openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Tailor your resume to each care setting
A residential treatment center and a school district both hire staff counselors but want very different experience highlighted. Reframe your bullet points around the population and setting in each posting, not just your general counseling skills.
Get your documentation portfolio ready early
Employers in clinical and residential settings ask about your experience with treatment plans, progress notes, and incident reports in the first phone screen. Prepare two or three specific examples you can describe without sharing protected client information.
Prepare for scenario-based interview questions
Staff counselor interviews almost always include a situational question about a client in crisis or a conflict between peers in a group session. Practice a structured response for at least three scenarios that reflect the population listed in the job description.
Negotiate start date around supervision requirements
If you need supervised hours toward full licensure, confirm before accepting an offer whether the role qualifies for supervision and who provides it. That detail affects your timeline more than salary in early-career positions.
Staff Counselor Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most staff counselors?
Mount Hermon Association, wtcr, and ComPsych are hiring the most staff counselors right now, with openings concentrated in California, Massachusetts, and Texas, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Residential treatment networks and behavioral health systems tend to post the highest volume of openings at any given time.
How many staff counselor jobs are remote?
About 0% of staff counselor openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, though remote availability varies significantly by specialty. Telehealth counseling roles and case management positions are the most likely to offer remote or hybrid schedules, while residential, correctional, and school-based roles are almost always on-site.
How do you become a staff counselor?
Start by earning a bachelor's degree in counseling, psychology, social work, or a closely related field, then pursue a master's degree if you plan to work in clinical settings or seek licensure. Complete the required supervised clinical hours in your state, pass the relevant licensing exam, and obtain any setting-specific certifications such as crisis intervention or substance use counseling credentials before applying to roles.
Can you get hired as a staff counselor with little experience?
Yes, entry-level staff counselor roles exist, particularly in residential treatment centers, youth programs, and community mental health organizations that hire candidates who are still accruing supervised hours toward licensure. Highlighting relevant internships, practicum placements, volunteer crisis line work, or paraprofessional roles such as mental health technician or case aide strengthens your application when paid experience is limited.
What does the staff counselor interview process look like?
Most staff counselor hiring processes include an initial phone screen focused on licensure status and availability, followed by one or two in-person or video interviews with a clinical supervisor or program director. Expect scenario-based questions about crisis response, documentation practices, and working with specific populations. Some employers also require a background check, drug screening, and reference verification before extending an offer.
Where can I find and apply to staff counselor jobs?
You can find and apply to staff counselor jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States in one place. Search for roles that match your licensure level, preferred setting, and location, then apply directly to each listing that fits your background.
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