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Associate Counselor Jobs in Bend, OR (NOW HIRING)

BestCare Treatment Services Inc

SUD Counselor I

Redmond, OR · On-site

$23.50 - $31.75/hr

The SUD Counselor also functions as community liaison for a patient-centered and harm-reduction ... Associate's or Bachelor's degree in addiction or other behavioral health field preferred

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BestCare Treatment Services Inc

SUD Counselor I

Bend, OR · On-site

$23.50 - $31.75/hr

The SUD Counselor also functions as community liaison for a patient-centered and harm-reduction ... Associate's or Bachelor's degree in addiction or other behavioral health field preferred

BestCare Treatment Services Inc

SUD Counselor I

Redmond, OR · On-site

$23.50 - $31.75/hr

The SUD Counselor also functions as community liaison for a patient-centered and harm-reduction ... Associate's or Bachelor's degree in addiction or other behavioral health field preferred

New

BestCare Treatment Services Inc

SUD Counselor I

Bend, OR · On-site

$23.50 - $31.75/hr

The SUD Counselor also functions as community liaison for a patient-centered and harm-reduction ... Associate's or Bachelor's degree in addiction or other behavioral health field preferred

New

BestCare Treatment Services Inc

SUD Counselor I

Bend, OR

$23.50 - $31.75/hr

The SUD Counselor also functions as community liaison for a patient-centered and harm-reduction ... Associate's or Bachelor's degree in addiction or other behavioral health field preferred

BestCare Treatment Services Inc

SUD Counselor I

Redmond, OR · On-site

$23.50 - $31.75/hr

The SUD Counselor also functions as community liaison for a patient-centered and harm-reduction ... Associate's or Bachelor's degree in addiction or other behavioral health field preferred

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Abby's Pizza

Associate Manager

Bend, OR · On-site

The Associate Manager's primary responsibility is to assist in the management and direction of ... counseling techniques. The position guides and directs subordinate activities to maximize ...

Abby's Pizza

Associate Manager

Powell Butte, OR

The Associate Manager's primary responsibility is to assist in the management and direction of ... counseling techniques. The position guides and directs subordinate activities to maximize ...

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How much do associate counselor jobs pay per hour?

As of May 29, 2026, the average hourly pay for associate counselor in Bend, OR is $31.52, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $18.51 and $38.24 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an Associate Counselor, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Associate Counselor, you typically need a master's degree in counseling or a related field and state licensure or certification. Familiarity with case management systems, counseling software, and evidence-based therapeutic modalities is important. Strong interpersonal skills, empathy, active listening, and cultural sensitivity help you connect with and support clients effectively. These skills and qualifications are crucial for building trust, ensuring ethical practice, and delivering impactful mental health care.

What are some common challenges Associate Counselors face when working with clients, and how can they manage them?

Associate Counselors often encounter challenges such as building rapport with clients, managing complex emotional issues, and maintaining professional boundaries. Navigating client resistance or ambivalence can be particularly demanding, especially early in the therapeutic relationship. To manage these challenges, Associate Counselors benefit from regular supervision, ongoing training, and collaborating closely with more experienced colleagues. Additionally, self-care and maintaining a balanced workload are important practices to sustain effectiveness and prevent burnout.

What are associate counselors?

Associate counselors are mental health professionals who have completed the necessary education, such as a master's degree in counseling or a related field, and are working under supervision to gain clinical experience required for full licensure. They provide counseling services to clients dealing with a range of emotional, behavioral, or mental health issues. Associate counselors often work in schools, clinics, private practices, or community organizations, and their work is supervised by a licensed counselor. Their primary goal is to help clients develop coping strategies, improve mental well-being, and achieve personal growth while they work toward independent licensure.
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Infographic showing various Associate Counselor job openings in Bend, OR as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 57% Full Time, and 43% Part Time. Highlights an 86% In-person, and 14% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $65,568 per year, or $31.5 per hour.

Addictions Counselor

Vista Counseling & Wellness Center

Bend, OR • On-site

$91.73K - $133.77K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 18 days ago

Job description

Job Summary:

Vista Counseling is seeking an experienced and compassionate therapist to join our team of mental health professionals. The ideal candidate will be a licensed therapist with a proven track record of successfully helping couples overcome their challenges and strengthen their relationships.

Want to work for a locally-owned company? Vista Counseling is a successful and professionally run counseling private practice established in 2002. Vista has a proven track record of helping our clients, while also greatly improving the quality of life of our therapists. We are seeking mental health providers who demonstrate a heart for helping clients, with excellent counseling experience and skills. We offer a collaborative and professional environment for highly skilled therapists. Our goal is to help therapists focus on therapy, while we take care of the business side of a clinical practice.

Now Coming to Bend, Redmond and Central Oregon!

We have a strong track record over 20 years in building an excellent therapist experience in our practices. We are excited to be bringing this foundation to Central Oregon, with members of our leadership team based in Bend. These leaders are building a high-quality team of therapists and providing opportunities for face-to-face connection with your colleagues. While this is a telehealth only position currently, our vision is for a brick-and-mortar office to serve as our cultural "center of gravity" and allow for in-person sessions.

We love what we do and it shows!

Compensation:

  • Pre-Licensed : $70,886.40 - $103,376.00
  • Licensed Masters: $74,880.00 - $109,200.00
  • Licensed Doctoral Level: $91,728.00 - $133,770.00

Pay range varies depending on sessions per week (18-30 sessions, based on therapist preference) and years of licensed experience.

Comprehensive Benefits Package:

  • Medical benefits (including vision) for full time staff
  • Paid time off and paid sick leave
  • 401k with Employer Match
  • Opportunities for group free or discounted CE trainings
  • All employment taxes processed by Vista
  • Workers Comp & State Unemployment insurance provided
  • Monthly automatic bank deposits based on all sessions provided during the previous month-(no need to wait for protracted insurance reimbursement)
  • Freedom to choose desired amount of time-off
  • Full-service insurance professional credentialing provided
  • Full-service insurance billing department provided
  • Full-time scheduling department coordinates all Intake appointments
  • Dedicated clinical support and group consultations
  • Thriving and connected professional team with year-round social events, monthly catered lunches, and professional growth opportunities

Vista Counseling is committed to addressing cultural issues around implicit bias, racism, for communities of color and diverse backgrounds. We approach this with a culture of humility, as well as an understanding that we are responsible for our own learning. We believe that this learning is lifelong. We strive to be allies in any way we can, work to be open to feedback when we make mistakes, and committed to putting meaningful action behind these sentiments.

Vista is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

Requirements

Must be a professionally licensed therapist in Oregon and hold a CADC-I or II. Clinical practice experience is also required. We do not accept Associate level therapists for this position.

Benefits

Vista proudly offers a comprehensive pay and benefit package.

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