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Advice: Job: Mental Health CounselorRaises at my company Talking about pay is kinda taboo in my company, so specifics are hard to come by. From what I've been able to understand however is that annual increases are expected and usually given. Based on my experience and observations:
* Merit pay increases range from 3% (for those who meet expectations and stay out of trouble) to 4% (For those who show initiative and accept leadership) to 5% (for those who consistently go "above and beyond").
* A co-worker who earned a 5% last year routinely works unre...
Don't relocated to GA I relocated from another state far, far away and the pay I now receive in GA for MHP is nearly 30,000 less a year. The pay is abismal for all social services in the state of GA.
Illness I developed a serious health condition and was told "ONE MORE INCIDENT AND YOU'RE OUT". Instead of letting this happen I calmly explained the situation and asked to resign which was accepted. I am sorry it had to happen but it was fair. Fortunatly, I did not need the job but would have preferred a more positive ending.
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Salary ChartMedian Salary by Degree/Major Subject Job: Mental Health Counselor 
Country: United States | Currency: USD | Updated: 9 Feb 2010 | Individuals Reporting: 905
Job Description
People with the job title Mental Health Counselor typically fall into one of the following PayScale standard occupations.
Gather information about patients using interviews, case histories, observations and assessments. Develop treatment, prevention and intervention plans emphasis on prevention. Provide individual, family and group therapy. Manage caseload and documentation.
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