Counselor

George Junior Republic·Harrisburg, Pennsylvania

$41,080 - $53,240/yrFull Time On Site 2-5 yrsPosted 27 days ago

Practice for this role

Counselor · $41,080 - $53,240/yr

How this role compares

Computed from live listings

-33% vs. median posted salary for behavioral health roles in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania ($61,000, n=38)

73 similar openings in the Harrisburg area · median $63,750

$35,520 · p10p90 · $400,000

this role: $41,080median $61,000

Shaded band: the middle 50% of 38 posted behavioral health roles in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania salarys. This role sits in the 26th percentile.

About the role

Pay for this role is about 33% below the Harrisburg, Pennsylvania median for behavioral health roles.

Provide intensive in-home mental health services and trauma-informed care to a caseload of seven to ten families. Collaborate with schools, mental health agencies, and community support organizations to ensure family safety and stability.

About George Junior Republic

Established in 1992, Preventative Aftercare is committed to keeping families together by providing quality home based services to at-risk children, youth, adolescents and their families in their homes, schools and communities.

Position Overview

We are looking for Intensive in-home Mental Health Workers and Mental Health Professionals.

George Junior Republic Preventative Aftercare is committed to assisting families in establishing safety, permanency, stability and well-being.

This distinct, mobile position will provide intensive services and trauma informed care to a caseload of seven to ten families referred throughout the county for Children & Youth Services and/or Juvenile Probation.

Services will be provided within the community, schools and homes.

Evidence based practices and various treatment modalities will be utilized to engage families.

Collaboration with schools, mental health agencies, substance abuse services, public assistance programs and other community support organizations is a priority for this position.

Requirements

Mental Health Worker: Bachelor's degree in counseling, psychology, social work, or a related field. A minimum of two years' experience in counseling, psychology, social work, or a related field.
Mental Health Professional: Master's degree in counseling, psychology, social work, or a related field.
Professional licensure preferred
Must live in/near the county
Valid driver's license, reliable transportation
Act 33/34 clearances and FBI clearances
Able to work a non-traditional schedule to provide 24-hour crisis intervention

Benefits

Comprehensive health benefits
Paid Time Off
Vehicle allowance
401(k) with employer match
Tuition reimbursement program
Referral Bonus Program
George Junior Republic is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin or veteran status. Women are encouraged to apply.

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Posting details

Employment type: Full Time
Work arrangement: On Site
Experience: 2-5 yrs
Salary: $41,080 - $53,240/yr
Locations: Harrisburg, Pennsylvania; Carlisle, Pennsylvania
Posted: Aug 12, 2026
Application: Employer website

Counselor roles remain steady in Pennsylvania

In Pennsylvania, counselor openings are often tied to behavioral health, school support, and substance use services, so demand can be steady where agencies and districts need licensed or certified staff. These roles are competitive because employers may require a degree from an associate’s to a master’s level, plus credentials such as CAAC, CADC, or LCSW and relevant clinical experience. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to quickly compare tiers, then confirm your credential match and prepare examples of direct client support experience.