3. Substance Abuse Counselor
Average annual salary: $37,682
Substance abuse counselor is the most interesting option on our list of 6 best healthcare jobs for felons and people with misdemeanors because your past can be both an advantage and a downside. Needless to say, if you were once convicted of substance abuse, some employers would see it as a recommendation, while others will shake their heads.

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