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Updated: Oct. 1, 2024 • Download all data
POSITION
Substance Abuse Counselor II
Texas Department of Criminal Justice
This position is categorized as social services, according to the state auditor's office. Its salary ranges from $39,976 to $61,399. A description of this position and its responsibilities is available on the auditor's website.
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Employees
20
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Median salary
$49,593
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Average salary
$51,060
Employees by gender
Most employees who hold this position identify as female.
| Gender | Employees | Percent | Median salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 16 | $49,593 | |
| Male | 4 | $51,223 |
Employees by race
| Race | Employees | Percent | Median salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Black | 9 | $49,593 | |
| Hispanic | 2 | $49,593 | |
| Other | 1 | $52,854 | |
| White | 8 | $52,854 |
Length of employment
A majority of employees have worked at the Texas Department of Criminal Justice for one to 10 years.
| Length of employment | Employees | Percent | Median salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 year or less | 3 | $49,593 | |
| 1-10 years | 14 | $49,593 | |
| 10-20 years | 3 | $52,854 |
Employment status
All employees who hold this position are full-time. Employment status refers to whether an employee is listed as working part or full time and is based on hours worked in a week.
| Status | Employees | Percent | Median salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Full-Time | 20 | $49,593 |
Current employees
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