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The role of Associate General Counsel, Global Commercial Legal, Aesthetics is responsible for developing legal strategy for AbbVie's U.S. aesthetics products, including neurotoxins (BOTOX ยฎ ) and ...

The role of Associate General Counsel, Global Commercial Legal, Aesthetics is responsible for developing legal strategy for AbbVie's U.S. aesthetics products, including neurotoxins (BOTOX ยฎ ) and ...

Labor and Employment Counsel

Irvine, CA ยท Hybrid

$150K - $215K/yr

Senior Associate / Counsel - Labor & Employment Defense Practice Area: Management-Side Labor & Employment Litigation / Class Action & PAGA ยง Location: Irvine, California OR Los Angeles, California ...

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How much do associate counselor jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 15, 2026, the average hourly pay for associate counselor in Riverside, CA is $31.39, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $18.44 and $38.08 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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.

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 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.
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Senior Associate General Counsel

Senior Associate General Counsel

Major, Lindsey & Africa

Orange, CA โ€ข On-site

$275K - $290K/yr

Full-time

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Job description

Chapman University (the โ€œUniversityโ€) has exclusively retained Major, Lindsey & Africa (โ€œMLAโ€) to conduct a search for a Senior Associate General Counsel (โ€œSAGCโ€) to be located in Orange, California. Chapman University is an equal opportunity employer.
Overview: Chapman University seeks a Senior Associate General Counsel (SAGC) to be an integral member of the Legal Affairs team, supporting the Senior Vice President of Legal Affairs & General Counsel (โ€œGeneral Counselโ€) and the entire institution. The SAGC primarily will be expected to manage and support all aspects of employment matters on behalf of the University. Additional areas will include supporting faculty and student affairs, assisting with business matters, and providing advice and counsel to campus clients on other matters as they arise. This position will report directly to the General Counsel and will collaborate closely with three additional team members, two attorneys and a paralegal, in the Office of Legal Affairs (โ€œOLAโ€), on-campus, daily.
University: Founded in 1861, Chapman University is a fast-growing, goal-oriented, well-resourced, private research institution with 11 colleges and a total enrollment of over 10,000 students. The University has earned R2 status in recognition of its high research activity. The Universityโ€™s mission is to provide students with a personalized education of distinction that leads to inquiring, ethical, and productive lives as global citizens. Consistently ranked among the top universities in the West, Chapman University programs encourage innovation, creativity, and collaboration. This role would be engaged with and supported by a highly motivated, competent, and collaborative leadership team across the University, and would be expected to collaborate in a like manner.
Experience: The successful candidate will have 7-12+ yearsโ€™ experience as an attorney practicing in the area of higher education law, with strong experience and skills in California employment law including advising on concerns, complaints, and investigations involving employees. In-depth knowledge of institutional structures, policies, regulations, and procedures impacting institutes of higher education is required. Additional experience reviewing and revising contracts, clinical affiliation agreements, licenses, gift agreements, grant and other academics-related agreements, and other transactional documents is desirable.
Location/Relocation: This is an in-office role located at Chapman Universityโ€™s beautiful campus in Orange, California.
Compensation: A range of $275,000 to $290,000 is budgeted for this role.
Process: Interested candidates please apply here -https://careers.mlaglobal.com/us/en/job/214793/Senior-Associate-General-Counsel
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