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What is a mitochondrial disorders counselor and how to become one

Updated January 8, 2025
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Dr. Tommy Casarez Ph.D.

What general advice would you give to a mitochondrial disorders counselor?

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Dr., Assistant Professor of Historical and Systematic Theology, Vanguard University

Opportunities come in many different shapes and sizes, but they are still out there. Whether you are seeking to land a job in education or the non-profit sector, you will need to familiarize yourself and get used to all things digital, for the sake of communicating effectively. The younger your student or service partner's mindset, the more digitally savvy you will need to be, especially in the classroom and in the non-profit world.
ScoreMitochondrial Disorders CounselorUS Average
Salary
3.4

Avg. Salary $43,427

Avg. Salary $59,228

Diversity
5.8
Race

American Indian and Alaska Native 0.86%

Asian 4.56%

Black or African American 11.43%

Hispanic or Latino 15.39%

Unknown 4.56%

White 63.21%

Gender

female 59.48%

male 40.52%

Age - 37
Race

American Indian and Alaska Native 3.00%

Asian 7.00%

Black or African American 14.00%

Hispanic or Latino 19.00%

White 57.00%

Gender

female 47.00%

male 53.00%

Age - 37
Stress level
9.9

Stress level is very high

7.1 - high

Complexity level
10.0

Complexity level is advanced

7 - challenging

Work life balance
6.9

Work life balance is good

6.4 - fair

Mitochondrial disorders counselor career paths

Key steps to become a mitochondrial disorders counselor

  1. Explore mitochondrial disorders counselor education requirements

    Most common mitochondrial disorders counselor degrees

    Bachelor's

    57.4 %

    Master's

    25.7 %

    Associate

    12.9 %
  2. Start to develop specific mitochondrial disorders counselor skills

    SkillsPercentages
    Substance Abuse24.87%
    Substance USE Disorders14.46%
    Mental Illness10.40%
    Crisis Intervention7.62%
    Discharge Planning7.28%
  3. Complete relevant mitochondrial disorders counselor training and internships

    Accountants spend an average of 3-6 months on post-employment, on-the-job training. New mitochondrial disorders counselors learn the skills and techniques required for their job and employer during this time. The chart below shows how long it takes to gain competency as a mitochondrial disorders counselor based on U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics data and data from real mitochondrial disorders counselor resumes.
  4. Research mitochondrial disorders counselor duties and responsibilities

    • Conduct group check-in and co-lead group psychotherapy sessions to help clients identify and manage problems associate with psychiatric conditions.
    • Assess clients for appropriate level of care, in accordance with ASAM PPC-2R criteria.
    • Facilitate substance abuse group counseling sessions to assist patients in recognizing causal factors of substance abuse and in developing coping behaviors.
    • Collaborate with peers in leadership capacity at recreational summer camp leading, coordinating and organizing daily activities and weekly field trips.
  5. Prepare your mitochondrial disorders counselor resume

    When your background is strong enough, you can start writing your mitochondrial disorders counselor resume.

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  6. Apply for mitochondrial disorders counselor jobs

    Now it's time to start searching for a mitochondrial disorders counselor job. Consider the tips below for a successful job search:

    1. Browse job boards for relevant postings
    2. Consult your professional network
    3. Reach out to companies you're interested in working for directly
    4. Watch out for job scams

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Average mitochondrial disorders counselor salary

The average mitochondrial disorders counselor salary in the United States is $43,427 per year or $21 per hour. Mitochondrial disorders counselor salaries range between $31,000 and $59,000 per year.

Average mitochondrial disorders counselor salary
$43,427 Yearly
$20.88 hourly

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Updated January 8, 2025

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