Occasionally they work in community settings or homes when working with parents and other groups. Meetings often take place after school and in the evening. The average monthly wages listed are based on an average of 21 years experience. Wages vary according to training and experience. Entry level wages may be lower.
School counselors can earn extra income by working another job during the summer.
Counselors receive the same benefits as teachers and other school personnel. These benefits generally include health insurance, sick leave, and a retirement plan. Outlook School counselors were included in the larger occupational group of vocational and educational counselors. There were 2,110 people employed in this group in Indiana in 1990. It is estimated that between 1990 and 2005, about 102 jobs per year will need to be filled in this occupation.