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Weekend Counselor Jobs in Oregon (NOW HIRING)

Counselor

Eugene, OR · On-site

$53.41/hr

Counseling & EAP Aug 7 Written By Doug Ferguson Responsible to: Counseling & EAP Manager Hours: 32 - 40hours/week Schedule: Monday - Friday Pay Range: $ 3 5.61 - $53.41 Job Summary: Provide ...

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How much do weekend counselor jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 12, 2026, the average yearly pay for weekend counselor in Oregon is $66,114.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $50,700.00 and $73,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a weekend counselor?

A Weekend Counselor provides support and guidance to individuals in a residential or treatment setting on weekends. They help with daily activities, crisis intervention, emotional support, and enforcing program rules. Their role is crucial in maintaining a safe and structured environment while assisting clients in achieving personal growth and stability.

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

Weekend Counselors should possess a background in counseling, psychology, or social work, frequently supported by relevant degrees or certifications such as CPR/First Aid. Familiarity with case management software and documentation systems is often required, and certain employers may prefer experience with specific therapeutic modalities. Outstanding communication, empathy, crisis intervention, and adaptability are standout soft skills for this role. These competencies are crucial to providing effective support, ensuring client safety, and facilitating constructive weekends in residential or camp environments.

What are the typical responsibilities of a weekend counselor, and how does the weekend schedule impact the work?

Weekend Counselors typically supervise and support clients or residents during weekend shifts, facilitate group or recreational activities, and respond to any emergencies or conflicts that arise outside of standard weekday hours. The weekend structure often means working with a smaller team, requiring strong autonomy and proactive communication to maintain a safe, supportive environment. Counselors are also responsible for documenting incidents, partnering with other staff for shift handovers, and ensuring the continuity of care for all participants. This role is ideal for professionals seeking flexible hours and meaningful, hands-on experience in human services. While weekends can present unique challenges, such as managing unexpected situations with limited onsite supervision, it offers valuable opportunities to develop leadership and crisis management skills.

What are the most commonly searched types of Counselor jobs in Oregon? The most popular types of Counselor jobs in Oregon are:
What cities in Oregon are hiring for Weekend Counselor jobs? Cities in Oregon with the most Weekend Counselor job openings:
Infographic showing various Weekend Counselor job openings in Oregon as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 68% Full Time, 26% Part Time, 4% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 95% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $66,114 per year, or $31.8 per hour.

$91K - $133K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Vision, Retirement, PTO

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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.