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Hospice Nurse, RN

Smithfield, NC · On-site

... patient counseling and education. (e) Provides continuity of care to all hospice patients. (f ... Provides regular supervision to the Licensed Practical Nurses and paraprofessionals who are ...

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Above and Beyond Therapy

Caregiver

Raleigh, NC

$20 - $25/hr

... Counselor, Childcare Volunteer, Sunday School Teacher, Teaching, Special Education, Sociology, Human Development, Early Childhood Development, Paraprofessionals, Direct Support Professionals, Life ...

Above and Beyond Therapy

ABA Technician

Durham, NC · On-site

$20 - $25/hr

... Counselor, Childcare Volunteer, Sunday School Teacher, Teaching, Special Education, Sociology, Human Development, Early Childhood Development, Paraprofessionals, Direct Support Professionals, Life ...

Above and Beyond Therapy

ABA Technician

Durham, NC · On-site

$20 - $25/hr

... Counselor, Childcare Volunteer, Sunday School Teacher, Teaching, Special Education, Sociology, Human Development, Early Childhood Development, Paraprofessionals, Direct Support Professionals, Life ...

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How much do paraprofessional counselor jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 20, 2026, the average hourly pay for paraprofessional counselor in Raleigh, NC is $16.01, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.04 and $18.22 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a paraprofessional counselor?

A Paraprofessional Counselor provides supportive counseling services under the supervision of a licensed professional. They assist clients with emotional, behavioral, or mental health challenges by offering guidance, resources, and coping strategies. Their duties may include conducting intake interviews, facilitating group discussions, and referring individuals to appropriate services. While they do not diagnose or provide clinical therapy, they play a crucial role in supporting clients within schools, community centers, or healthcare settings.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of a paraprofessional counselor?

As a Paraprofessional Counselor, your daily tasks often include assisting licensed counselors with client intake, documenting sessions, leading or co-facilitating group activities, and providing one-on-one support to clients under supervision. You may also coordinate referrals to other services, participate in team meetings, and help implement individualized care plans. Collaboration with social workers, counselors, and educators is common, requiring strong teamwork and communication. These responsibilities enable you to make a meaningful difference in clients’ lives while gaining practical experience in the counseling field.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a paraprofessional counselor?

Paraprofessional Counselors typically need an associate degree or relevant coursework in psychology or counseling, alongside foundational knowledge of client assessment and support strategies. Familiarity with client documentation software and adherence to confidentiality and ethical guidelines are often required, and some positions may request certification in mental health first aid or related areas. Outstanding interpersonal communication, patience, and cultural sensitivity distinguish top performers in this role. These qualifications are critical to providing effective support, maintaining legal and ethical standards, and fostering trust with clients and team members.

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Infographic showing various Paraprofessional Counselor job openings in Raleigh, NC as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% As Needed, 76% Full Time, 18% Part Time, 1% Temporary, 2% Contract, and 1% Summer. Highlights an 93% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $33,310 per year, or $16 per hour.

Mobile Crisis Management Behavioral Technician

Daymark Recovery Services, Inc.

Lillington, NC • On-site

$25.48 - $26.43/hr

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Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 17 days ago

Daymark Recovery Services rating

6.2

Company rating: 6.2 out of 10

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Job description

New Hires Who are Benefit Eligible may qualify for Hiring Bonus
Company Mission Statement:
Our mission is to inspire and empower people to seek and maintain recovery and health. Daymark Recovery Services, Inc. is a mission driven, comprehensive community provider of culturally sensitive mental health and substance abuse services.
Comprehensive Benefits Package:
  • Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
  • Health Spending Account
  • Company-Paid Life Insurance
  • Short Term Disability
  • 401(k)
  • Paid Holidays
  • Paid Vacation and Sick Leave
  • Employee Assistant Program
  • Referral Bonus Opportunities
  • Extensive Internal Training Program
Pay Scale: Pay is based off education, experience, and certification level. Plus, shift differential for Nights and Weekends.
Levels are;
Para Professional: $19.71/hr
Peer Support: $20.67/hr.
AP: $22.60/hr.
Associate level QP: $24.04-$25.48/hr.
Bachelor's Level QP: $25.48-$26.43/hr.
Summary: Under indirect supervision, provides, oversees, and/or administers a wide range of psychosocial evaluation/assessment, diagnostic, crisis intervention services in a high-intensity clinical environment which requires a high degree of independent decision-making. Most aspects of this job require clinical assessment and evaluation skills to consumers that report in crisis to a variety of community settings including magistrate's office, community sites, and DAYMARK Service Areas in crisis. Case management/supportive services for disposition of cases is also a core function of this job.
Summary:
  • Provides psychoeducation as indicated in the PCP
  • Assists with crisis interventions
  • Assists the team leader with behavioral and substance use disorder interventions
  • Assists with the development of relapse prevention and disease management strategies
  • Participates in the initial development, implementation, and ongoing revision of the PCP
  • Communicates the beneficiary's progress and the effectiveness of the strategies and interventions to the team leader as outlined in the PCP
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
This person is an integral member of an array of services. The responsibilities of the Para professional include, but are not limited to, the following:
Consumer Education / Advocacy
Ensures that consumer/legally responsible person receives information regarding rights and assistance as needed in exercising rights. Assists consumer/legally responsible person in obtaining information about available service providers.
Self Help:
Helps the consumer make informed independent choices and develop a network of supportive individuals.
Pre-Crisis Support
Assist the consumer with using the crisis plan and provide relapse prevention support.
Housing
Supports the consumer to maintain stable housing, improve housing situation, and enhance independent living skills.
Education/Employment
Assists the client in gaining information about going back to school or job training
Developing and implementing a Mental Health Wellness Recovery Action Plan (WRAP)
If with an approved WRAP facilitator or trainer, this can include skill maintenance and enhancement around meals and social activities to build peer relationships where eating is not the core activity.
Units Billed Minimum Requirement: The direct service guideline is 75% of time spent in specific billable contacts per week in the community. (120 units a week)
Qualification Requirements: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Education/Experience:
Must fall under one of the two tech levels below AND be able to demonstrate 1 year of experience providing crisis care in assertive outreach, assertive community treatment, emergency departments, inpatient units, or other services providing comprehensive emergency/crisis services.
Tech 1:
  • Para Professional services are delivered by staff who have the life experience of being diagnosed with a serious mental illness or substance addiction problem, and are currently in recovery, stable, and living without relapses. The Paraprofessional has a high school diploma, or GED and at least five years of life experience with a serious mental illness or substance addiction.
  • Peer Support - Requires Peer Support Certification.
  • AP -requires a bachelor's degree in social work, Counseling or another Human Services field with no experience.
Tech 2:
  • QP- requires an associate or bachelor's degree in social work, Counseling or another Human Services field. Qualified Professional (QP) required.

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