What they do...

Counsel individuals and provide group educational and vocational guidance services.

Where they work in Tompkins County...

Admissions Advisor (Tompkins Cortland Community College), Admissions Counselor (Ithaca College), On Site School Age Child Care Counselor (YMCA of Tompkins County)

Median Salary...

$56,310

Required Education...

Master's Degree typically required; some require a Ph.D., M.D., or J.D.

What they do...

Assist in providing client services in a wide variety of fields, such as psychology, rehabilitation, or social work, including support for families. May assist clients in identifying and obtaining available benefits and social and community services. May assist social workers with developing, organizing, and conducting programs to prevent and resolve problems relevant to substance abuse, human relationships, rehabilitation, or dependent care.

Where they work in Tompkins County...

Medicaid Service Coordinator (Liberty Resources), Assistant Director of Advising & Diversity Student Support (Cornell University), Administrative Assistant Alumni Relations (Ithaca College)

Median Salary...

$33,750

Required Education...

Bachelor's Degree typically required

What they do...

Counsel and advise individuals with alcohol, tobacco, drug, or other problems, such as gambling and eating disorders. May counsel individuals, families, or groups or engage in prevention programs.

Where they work in Tompkins County...

Residential Counselor (Cayuga Addiction Recovery Services), Chemical Dependency Counselor, Alcohol and Drug Council of Tompkins County, Dick Van Dyke Addiction Treatment Center

Median Salary...

$47,790

Required Education...

Master's Degree typically required

What they do...

Counsel with emphasis on prevention. Work with individuals and groups to promote optimum mental and emotional health. May help individuals deal with issues associated with addictions and substance abuse; family, parenting, and marital problems; stress management; self-esteem; and aging.

Where they work in Tompkins County...

Sexual Assault Counselor/Advocate (Advocacy Center of Tompkins County), Privately Owned Therapy Practices, Student Mental Health Counselor (Cornell, Ithaca College), Tompkins County Mental Health

Median Salary...

$47,790

Required Education...

Master's Degree typically required