This page provides you with a complete overview of the Counseling field in the state of Hawaii. Here you will find statistics on salaries, careers, jobs and best cities hiring various types of counselors and more.
Average Salary of a Hawaii Counselor
According to Indeed.com, the average salary of a Counselor was $26,000 vs the national salary of $43,000. A Counselor in Hawaii saw a solid number of companies featuring over 116 jobs. The types of jobs posted ranged from Full-time, Contract, Temporary, Part-time, and Commission while the most common level of experience required for these jobs was Entry Level.
Hawaii Counselor
| In USD as of January 18, 2017 | 55k | 110k | 165k | |
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| Counselor | $26,000  |
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Average Counselor salaries for job postings in Hawaii are 38% lower than average Counselor salaries for job postings nationwide. The top 5 employers hiring Counselor’s were State of Hawaii, Marimed Foundation, Covey Holdings, Inc, Diamond Resorts International, and Goodwill Industries of Hawaii, Inc offering Full-time, Contract, Temporary, Part-time, and Commission with Entry Level and Mid Level required.
Additional Salaries by Area
In this section explore additional details on the types of Counselors:
- Addiction Counselor
- College Counselor
- Genetic Counselor
- Guidance Counselor
- High School Counselor
- Marriage Counselor
- Mental Health Counselor
- Rehabilitation Counselor
- School Counselor
- Substance Abuse Counselor
| In USD as of January 18, 2017 | 55k | 110k | 165k | |
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| Addiction Counselor | $25,000 |
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Average Addiction Counselor salaries for job postings in Hawaii are 38% lower than average Addiction Counselor salaries for job postings nationwide. The top 5 employers were The Salvation Army ATS, Vesa Health & Technology, Inc, Armed Forces Services Corporation, and Deans Office Leeward Community College offering Full-time with Mid Level and Entry Level required.
| In USD as of January 18, 2017 | 55k | 110k | 165k | |
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| College Counselor | $36,000 |
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Average College Counselor salaries for job postings in Hawaii are 38% lower than average College Counselor salaries for job postings nationwide. The top 5 employers were State of Hawaii, State of Hawaii, Department of Labor and Industrial Relations, Goodwill Industries of Hawaii, Inc, Hilton, and Dean's Office Leeward Community College offering Full-time, Temporary, Part-time, and Contract with Mid Level and Entry Level required.
| In USD as of January 18, 2017 | 55k | 110k | 165k | |
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| Genetic Counselor | $34,000 |
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Average Genetic Counselor salaries for job postings in Hawaii are 38% lower than average Genetic Counselor salaries for job postings nationwide. The top 5 employers were Goodwill Industries of Hawaii, Inc, Hawaii Pacific Health, and The Queen's Medical Center offering Full-time with Entry Level and Mid Level required.
| In USD as of January 18, 2017 | 55k | 110k | 165k | |
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| Guidance Counselor | $28,000 |
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Average Guidance Counselor salaries for job postings in Hawaii are 38% lower than average Guidance Counselor salaries for job postings nationwide. The top 5 employers were State of Hawaii, State of Hawaii, Department of Labor and Industrial Relations, Dean's Office Leeward Community College, Hawaii Pacific Health, and Student Affairs Kapiolani Community College offering Full-time and Temporary with Mid Level and Entry Level required.
| In USD as of January 18, 2017 | 55k | 110k | 165k | |
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| High School Counselor | $21,000 |
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Average High School Counselor salaries for job postings in Hawaii are 38% lower than average High School Counselor salaries for job postings nationwide. The top 5 employers were Diamond Resorts International, Marimed Foundation, Hilton, Carlson Wagonlit Travel, and 24 Hour Fitness offering Full-time, Commission, Part-time, and Temporary with Mid Level and Entry Level required.
| In USD as of January 18, 2017 | 55k | 110k | 165k | |
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| Marriage Counselor | $37,000 |
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Average Marriage Counselor salaries for job postings in Hawaii are 38% lower than average Marriage Counselor salaries for job postings nationwide. The top 5 employers were Child and Family Service, WICHE on behalf of the Hawaii Dept. of Education, and Kalihi Palama Health Center offering Full-time and Part-time with Entry Level and Mid Level required.
| In USD as of January 18, 2017 | 55k | 110k | 165k | |
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| Mental Health Counselor | $25,000 |
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Average Mental Health Counselor salaries for job postings in Hawaii are 38% lower than average Mental Health Counselor salaries for job postings nationwide. The top 5 employers were WellCare, Bishop & Company, State of Hawaii, Armed Forces Services Corporation, and Child and Family Service offering Full-time, Part-time, and Temporary with Entry Level and Mid Level required.
| In USD as of January 18, 2017 | 55k | 110k | 165k | |
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| Rehabilitation Counselor | $27,000 |
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Average Rehabilitation Counselor salaries for job postings in Hawaii are 38% lower than average Rehabilitation Counselor salaries for job postings nationwide. The top 5 employers were MDstaffers, State of Hawaii, Dean's Office Leeward Community College, Goodwill Industries of Hawaii, Inc, and Hawaii State Judiciary offering Full-time and Temporary with Entry Level and Mid Level required.
| In USD as of January 18, 2017 | 55k | 110k | 165k | |
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| School Counselor | $27,000 |
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Average School Counselor salaries for job postings in Hawaii are 38% lower than average School Counselor salaries for job postings nationwide. The top 5 employers were Marimed Foundation, Diamond Resorts International, Kamehameha Schools, Child and Family Service, and 24 Hour Fitness offering Full-time, Part-time, Commission, Temporary, and Contract with Mid Level and Entry Level required.
| In USD as of January 18, 2017 | 55k | 110k | 165k | |
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| Substance Abuse Counselor | $25,000 |
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Average Substance Abuse Counselor salaries for job postings in Hawaii are 38% lower than average Substance Abuse Counselor salaries for job postings nationwide. The top 5 employers were Armed Forces Services Corporation, Child and Family Service, Kalihi Palama Health Center, Child and Family Service of Hawaii, and The Salvation Army ATS offering Full-time and Part-time with Entry Level and Mid Level required.
Top Employers of Hawaii Counselors
According to Indeed.com, there were approximately 116 jobs for Hawaii Counselors with most employers looking for Entry Level and Mid Level candidates.
| Company | # Jobs Available* |
|---|---|
| MDstaffers | 19 jobs |
| State of Hawaii | 8 jobs |
| Marimed Foundation | 6 jobs |
| Covey Holdings, Inc | 5 jobs |
| Diamond Resorts International | 5 jobs |
| Goodwill Industries of Hawaii, Inc | 4 jobs |
| State of Hawaii, Department of Labor and Industrial Relations | 3 jobs |
| YWCA USA | 3 jobs |
| Carlson Wagonlit Travel | 3 jobs |
| WellCare | 3 jobs |
| Bishop & Company | 2 jobs |
| Hawaii Pacific Health | 2 jobs |
| Armed Forces Services Corporation | 2 jobs |
| Hilton | 2 jobs |
| Deans Office Leeward Community College | 2 jobs |
Top Cities with the Most Job Openings
According to Indeed.com, there were a total of 116 Counselor related jobs throughout the following cities:
| City | # Jobs Available* |
|---|---|
| Honolulu, HI | 23 jobs |
| Hilo, HI | 11 jobs |
| Kailua-Kona, HI | 9 jobs |
| Kaneohe, HI | 6 jobs |
| Kamuela, HI | 6 jobs |
| Kapolei, HI | 4 jobs |
| Wailuku, HI | 3 jobs |
| O‘ahu, HI | 3 jobs |
| Lahaina, HI | 2 jobs |
| Lihue, HI | 2 jobs |
| Mililani Town, HI | 2 jobs |
| Koloa, HI | 2 jobs |
| Wailea, HI | 2 jobs |
| Lāna‘i City, HI | 2 jobs |
Get More Information
- Hawaii Mental Health Counselor Licensing
- Alcohol and Drug Abuse Division | Counselor Certification
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*Indicates number of job postings as of January, 2017.
