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Remote Counselor Jobs in Ohio (NOW HIRING)

Licensed Professional Counselor

OH ยท Remote

$50 - $60/hr

We are 100% remote! * Consistency: We will make sure to keep your calendar as full as you want it to be. You can expect predictable weekly schedules and steady caseloads * Support: Full-time ...

Senior Counsel - Remote

Dayton, OH ยท Remote

$140 - $400/hr

Remote micro1 is engaging lawyers to contribute their subject-matter expertise in support of a customer's project. In this role, you'll apply your expertise to help train next-generation AI systems.

Senior Counsel - Remote

Columbus, OH ยท Remote

$140 - $400/hr

Remote micro1 is engaging lawyers to contribute their subject-matter expertise in support of a customer's project. In this role, you'll apply your expertise to help train next-generation AI systems.

Senior Counsel - Remote

Akron, OH ยท Remote

$140 - $400/hr

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Senior Counsel - Remote

Cleveland, OH ยท Remote

$140 - $400/hr

Remote micro1 is engaging lawyers to contribute their subject-matter expertise in support of a customer's project. In this role, you'll apply your expertise to help train next-generation AI systems.

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How much do remote counselor jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 10, 2026, the average hourly pay for remote counselor in Ohio is $15.10, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $12.79 and $16.68 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a remote counselor?

A remote counselor is a licensed mental health professional who provides counseling services to clients over the internet or phone, rather than meeting in person. They use secure video calls, phone calls, or messaging platforms to conduct therapy sessions, making mental health support more accessible to clients regardless of their location. Remote counselors can help with a variety of issues, including anxiety, depression, relationship problems, and stress management. This flexible approach allows clients to receive help from the comfort of their own home while maintaining confidentiality and privacy.

What field of counseling makes the most money?

In counseling, clinical psychologists and neuropsychologists tend to earn the highest salaries, often due to advanced degrees, licensure, and specialized skills. Other high-paying fields include marriage and family therapists with extensive experience and counselors working in corporate or executive settings. Salaries vary based on location, experience, and certifications.

What does a remote counselor do?

As a remote counselor, your job is to provide online counseling for a client by utilizing a virtual conference session or video call. There are two primary industries for this job: academics and mental health. As a remote academic counselor, you discuss enrollment procedures, help students decide on their course of study, and discuss the unique values of a school. Some remote mental health counselors may focus on particular problems, such as drug addiction, while others provide general care and treatment options. No matter which industry you work in, fulfilling your duties and responsibilities entails using a variety of online tools to help patients who cannot attend therapy in-person.

What are some common challenges faced by remote counselors and how can they be addressed?

Remote counselors often face challenges related to building rapport with clients through virtual platforms, managing privacy and confidentiality, and combating feelings of isolation due to working independently. To address these, it's important to use secure, user-friendly technology, establish clear communication guidelines, and participate in regular supervision or peer support groups. Many organizations also provide training and resources to help remote counselors stay connected and maintain professional development.

Can you work remotely as a counselor?

Yes, many counseling roles can be performed remotely, especially those involving telehealth or online therapy platforms. Remote counselors typically need relevant licensure, strong communication skills, and familiarity with secure telehealth tools. Availability of remote work depends on the employer and state licensing regulations.

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

To thrive as a Remote Counselor, you need a solid background in counseling or psychology, typically supported by a relevant degree and state licensure. Comfort with telehealth platforms, secure communication tools, and electronic health records is essential for effective remote service delivery. Strong active listening, empathy, and clear verbal communication skills help build trust and rapport with clients in a virtual environment. These skills and qualifications are crucial for ensuring ethical, high-quality support and care to clients regardless of location.
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Infographic showing various Remote Counselor job openings in Ohio as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 76% Full Time, 16% Part Time, 2% Temporary, 4% Contract, and 1% Summer. Highlights an 93% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $31,412 per year, or $15.1 per hour.

Counselor, Psych@Home - Remote

Signature Health Inc

Kirtland, OH โ€ข On-site, Remote

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

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Job description

Job Type
Full-time
Description
This is a remote opportunity serving the Ashtabula, Cuyahoga, and Lake counties. Candidates must reside within the Greater Northeast Ohio area to be considered.
At Signature Health, our purpose is to provide integrated healthcare for our community specializing in patients with mental illness and/or addiction because we want people to realize their highest potential. If you align with our core values, putting people first, striving for excellence in the work you do each day and have a can do mindset, then Signature Health is the best place for the next step in your rewarding career. As a full-time employee, you will have access to the following employer/employee paid benefits:
  • Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k match, HealthJoy - a no cost medical and mental health online resource available Day 1, and much more
  • Robust earned paid time off program (PTO)
  • Federal Loan Forgiveness Program (available on eligible roles)
  • Professional Development Support

SCOPE OF ROLE
Reporting to the Supervisor, Behavioral Health Services, the Counselor will provide intensive, short-term counseling services to adults and children experiencing an acute exacerbation of mental health symptoms, with or without problematic substance use. Services are provided individually and in groups in an audio-visual telehealth format. The Counselor will utilize a team-focused treatment plan approach to provide patients with exceptional therapeutic intervention services.
HOW YOU'LL SUCCEED
  • Conduct individual, group, or family therapy for both adults and children.
  • Complete comprehensive diagnostic assessments and regularly assess suicide risk, completing safety planning as indicated.
  • Provide patients orientation to the Psych@Home program, initiating discharge planning at the start of treatment.
  • Regularly coordinate with internal and external provider partners as clinically indicated.
  • Maintain client charting in accordance with Medicaid, JCAHO, ODADAS, ODMH, CARF and professional standards.
  • Prepare all documentation for discharge and aftercare referral.
  • Regularly participate in and contribute to Psych@Home team rounds.
  • Acts to understand and safeguard the welfare of others.
  • Actively engage in supervision with your Supervisor; actively consult with supervisor to act upon ethical and legal aspects of the work.
  • May be required to perform in-person services or participate in in-person meetings (at a clinical site) as needed and as determined by Signature Health.
  • Responsible for and completes all productivity/documentation requirements.
  • Participate in after-hours call to accept potential admissions
  • Other duties as assigned.

Requirements
KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE
  • Bachelor's Degree required.
  • Valid unencumbered LSW, LISW, LPC, LPCC, LIMFT or LMFT License in the state of Ohio required.
  • American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.
  • Competency in the treatment of mental health and/or substance use disorders within the context of individual, group, couples and family systems therapy.
  • Experience collaborating with other team members to optimize outcomes clients.
  • Familiarity of state and federal healthcare regulations.
  • Awareness of community and state support resources for population served.

WORKING CONDITIONS
  • Work is normally performed in a typical interior/office/clinical work environment.
  • While hours of operation are generally standard, flexibility to work evenings and extended hours may be required.
  • Requires periods of sitting, standing, telephone, and computer work.
  • Hearing: adequate to hear clients or patients in person, over the telephone or through telehealth technology.
  • Speaking: adequate to speak to clients or patients in person, over the telephone or through telehealth technology.
  • Vision: Visual acuity adequate to perform job duties, including reading information from printed sources and computer screens.
  • Physical effort required: occasional lifting and carrying items weighing up to 15 pounds, unassisted.
  • Possible exposure to blood borne pathogens while performing job duties.
  • Frequent bending, reaching, and repetitive hand movements, standing, walking, squatting and sitting, with some lifting, pushing and pulling exerted regularly throughout a regular workday.
  • Sufficient dexterity to operate a PC and other office equipment.

This Success Profile is not an exhaustive list of all functions or requirements that you may be required to perform; you may be required to perform other job-related assignments as requested by your supervisor or the company. You must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily; however, if requested, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable you to perform the essential functions of this job, absent undue hardship. Signature Health may revise this Success Profile at any time, with or without advanced notice.
All employees of Signature Health are required to comply with the Signature Health Annual Influenza Vaccination Policy. This policy requires employees to obtain an annual flu vaccination. A medical and/or religious exemption may be submitted for review by the Signature Health Review Committee. Exemption requests are not guaranteed to be approved. Signature Health is a drug-free workplace. After receiving a conditional job offer, all applicants must successfully pass a pre-employment drug screen.