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EAP Counselor

Ardmore, NC · On-site

$69 - $103/hr

Conducts assessments with EAP clients, formulates appropriate counseling goals, and performs counseling or a referral to meet the client's needs. * Provides short-term counseling for clients not ...

EAP Counselor

Bethesda, MD · On-site

$72K - $80K/yr

The EAP Counselor provides confidential clinical services, work/life services, wellness training, human resources consultation, critical incident stress debriefing, career coaching, and retirement ...

EAP Counselor

Merrillville, IN · On-site

$21.75 - $29.50/hr

The EAP Counselor helps bring our mission to life by assisting clients with various issues and areas of concern. The primary means for providing clinical service is through assessment and referral of ...

EAP Counselor

Bethesda, MD · On-site

$72K - $80K/yr

Job Title EAP Counselor Cape Fox Eagle Health, LLC is accepting resumes for an Employee Assistance Program Counselor (EAPC) to support the National Institute of Health. The mission is to foster the ...

EAP Counselor

Merrillville, IN · On-site

$21.75 - $29.50/hr

The EAP Counselor helps bring our mission to life by assisting clients with various issues and areas of concern. The primary means for providing clinical service is through assessment and referral of ...

EAP Counselor

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$90K - $100K/yr

EAP Counselor's Duties and Responsibilities: -Provide services to clients including conducting intakes, formulating assessments and treatment plans and providing case management and follow up. ...

EAP Counselor

Wake Forest, NC · On-site

$33.05 - $49.60/hr

Conducts assessments with EAP clients, formulates appropriate counseling goals, and performs counseling or a referral to meet the client's needs. * Provides short-term counseling for clients not ...

EAP Counselor's Duties and Responsibilities: - Provide services to clients including conducting intakes, formulating assessments and treatment plans and providing case management and follow up. - ...

EAP Counselor's Duties and Responsibilities: - Provide services to clients including conducting intakes, formulating assessments and treatment plans and providing case management and follow up. - ...

Onsite EAP Counselor

Palmdale, CA · On-site

$125 - $140/hr

Job Summary The Onsite EAP Counselor is responsible for providing behavioral health support for ComPsych's EAP program with employees located in Palmdale, CA. This is accomplished through a ...

Job Summary The Onsite EAP Counselor is responsible for providing behavioral health support for ComPsych's EAP program with employees located in Palmdale, CA. This is accomplished through a ...

Job Summary The Onsite EAP Counselor is responsible for providing behavioral health support for ComPsych's EAP program with employees located in Palmdale, CA. This is accomplished through a ...

Overview The Onsite EAP Counselor is responsible for providing behavioral health support for ComPsych's EAP program with employees located in Palmdale, CA. This is accomplished through a combination ...

EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (EAP) COUNSELOR PART-TIME, AFTERNOONS SUMMARY: * Performs clinical assessment of client's presenting problems. Helps the client specify desired outcomes that are mutually ...

EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (EAP) COUNSELOR PART-TIME, AFTERNOONS SUMMARY: * Performs clinical assessment of client's presenting problems. Helps the client specify desired outcomes that are mutually ...

EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (EAP) COUNSELOR PART-TIME, AFTERNOONS SUMMARY: * Performs clinical assessment of client's presenting problems. Helps the client specify desired outcomes that are mutually ...

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How much do eap counselor jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 29, 2026, the average hourly pay for eap counselor in the United States is $19.95, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.83 and $21.63 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an EAP counselor?

An EAP Counselor is a mental health professional who provides support and guidance to employees through an Employee Assistance Program (EAP). Their primary role is to help employees address personal or work-related issues such as stress, substance abuse, family problems, or workplace conflict. EAP Counselors offer confidential short-term counseling, crisis intervention, and referrals to other resources when needed. They also may provide workshops and training sessions to promote mental well-being in the workplace.

What does an EAP counselor do?

The job of an EAP counselor involves the employee assistance program of a company or organization. Your job is to assist an employee with problems that can affect their performance in the workplace. In this role, you provide counseling to employees with physical or mental health issues and recommend specific treatments when appropriate. You may also help an employee who is facing other problems in their personal life. This job requires balancing two priorities: employee health and employer productivity. An EAP counselor often deals with different problems from day to day, so the ability to adapt to changing circumstances is essential to success.

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

To thrive as an EAP Counselor, you need a background in counseling or psychology, typically with a relevant master's degree and licensure such as LPC, LCSW, or LMFT. Familiarity with case management software, mental health assessment tools, and crisis intervention protocols is essential. Strong interpersonal skills, active listening, empathy, and cultural sensitivity help build trust and effectively support clients facing personal or work-related challenges. These skills and qualifications are crucial for providing effective guidance, ensuring client well-being, and maintaining confidentiality in a workplace setting.

What are some common challenges EAP counselors face when supporting employees from diverse backgrounds?

EAP Counselors often work with employees from a variety of cultural, socioeconomic, and professional backgrounds, which can present challenges in understanding unique perspectives and tailoring support accordingly. Building trust and rapport quickly is essential, as sessions are typically short-term and solution-focused. Counselors must stay adaptable, use culturally competent approaches, and remain aware of potential language barriers or differing attitudes toward mental health. Ongoing training and open communication within the EAP team can help navigate these complexities effectively.

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Infographic showing various Eap Counselor job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 73% Full Time, 20% Part Time, and 6% Contract. Highlights an 94% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $41,503 per year, or $20 per hour.

EAP Counselor

Ardmore, NC • On-site


Atrium Health
Hospitals • 10K+ employees

7.6

Company rating: 7.6 out of 10

Based on 632 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

189th of 895 rated healthcare providers

People enjoy working here

Good employer

Recommended by students


$69 - $103/hr

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

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Job description

Department:

12606 Enterprise Corporate - Employee Assistance

Status:

Full time

Benefits Eligible:

Yes

Hours Per Week:

40

Schedule Details/Additional Information:

M-F

Some evenings

Some Call

Pay Range:

$33.05 - $49.60

Essential Functions
  • Conducts assessments with EAP clients, formulates appropriate counseling goals, and performs counseling or a referral to meet the client's needs.
  • Provides short-term counseling for clients not needing extensive treatment from an outside source.
  • Provides follow-up with clients to evaluate continuity and effectiveness of the outside services, if referred.
  • Serves as liaison between the client and their employer, HR department, and/or outside referrals for mandatory referrals or clients referred for drug positives as outlined in the specific company's policy.
  • Provides a broad range of presentations to assist employees in coping with problems or issues which have been identified by EAP experience, staff and management requests, or Advocate Health requests.
  • Provides orientations to employees and management for both internal and external clients.
  • Offers consultation services to management/leadership.
  • If full-time or part-time, is an account manager for external contracts (PRN counselors are not responsible for these items).
  • If full-time or part-time, participates in the on-call rotation for after-hours emergency coverage; PRN counselors do not cover call.
  • Recognizes and responds to emergency situations and handling them effectively as outlined in the EAP protocols, which may require coverage outside of normal working hours.
  • Assists EAP Director/Program Coordinators with marketing, sales, data collection, and record keeping, development of protocols, and program development.
  • Assists with the functions necessary to run an office, including answering phones, filing, general office duties, and other tasks as determined necessary by the EAP Director.
  • Participates in EAP, Departmental, Hospital, and Advocate committees, task forces, and other assignments as requested by the EAP Director or Hospital Administration.
Physical Requirements

Adequate vision is required for behavioral observations of clients to be alert for emergency and/o unsafe conditions. Adequate hearing is required for providing counseling services. Proper speaking and language skills are required to provide counseling. Stretching and bending may be required. Lifting ten pounds may be required. Capacity to sit for long periods of time.

Education, Experience and Certifications.

Master's degree in psychology, counseling, social work or related field required. Current professional licensure in the state of the counselor's practice required to practice counseling. 3 years experience in EAP related service preferred. CEAP certification preferred.

Our CommitmenttoYou:

Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more – so you can live fully at and away from work, including:

Compensation
  • Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training

  • Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job

  • Incentive pay for select positions

  • Opportunity for annual increases based on performance

Benefits and more
  • Paid Time Off programs

  • Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, andShort- and Long-Term Disability

  • Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses

  • Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave

  • Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs

  • Educational Assistance Program

Note: Eligibility for programs listed above may depend on your FTE or status (e.g., full-time, part-time, per diem, temporary, etc.); please ask a Recruiter for more information during an interview.

About Advocate Health

Advocate Health is the third-largest nonprofit, integrated health system in the United States, created from the combination of Advocate Aurora Health and Atrium Health. Providing care under the names Advocate Health Care in Illinois; Atrium Health in the Carolinas, Georgia and Alabama; and Aurora Health Care in Wisconsin, Advocate Health is a national leader in clinical innovation, health outcomes, consumer experience and value-based care. Headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, Advocate Health services nearly 6 million patients and is engaged in hundreds of clinical trials and research studies, with Wake Forest University School of Medicine serving as the academic core of the enterprise. It is nationally recognized for its expertise in cardiology, neurosciences, oncology, pediatrics and rehabilitation, as well as organ transplants, burn treatments and specialized musculoskeletal programs. Advocate Health employs 155,000 teammates across 69 hospitals and over 1,000 care locations, and offers one of the nation’s largest graduate medical education programs with over 2,000 residents and fellows across more than 200 programs. Committed to providing equitable care for all, Advocate Health provides more than $6 billion in annual community benefits.

Provides evaluation, referral, emergency and follow up services for both internal employees of Advocate Health as well as external employees of companies with which we contract EAP services. Assists employees and their families cope with work, medical, social, emotional, substance, legal, and other personal problems which they may be experiencing.

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About Atrium Health

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Atrium Health is one of the nation's leading healthcare organizations, connecting patients with on-demand care, world-class specialists and the region's largest primary care network. A recognized leader in healthcare delivery, quality and innovation, our foundation rests on providing clinically excellent and compassionate care. We've been serving our community since 1940, when we opened our doors as Charlotte Memorial Hospital. Since then, our network has grown to include more than 40 hospitals and 900 care locations ranging from doctors' offices to behavioral health centers to nursing homes. Our focus: Delivering the highest quality patient care, supporting medical research and education, and joining with partners outside our walls to keep our community healthy.

Industry

Hospitals

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Charlotte, NC, US

Year founded

1940


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