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Grand Rapids, Michigan · Hybrid

SUD Therapist (26-148)

Addiction Counselor 8.4 Work-LifeNo callNo weekendsFull-Time

Listed compensation

$27.49-$36.44/hr

The week · per this posting · Monday – Friday

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Job Description

Position: SUD Therapist

Req.#: 26-148

FTE: Full-time, non-exempt

Unit: UAW

Compensation: $27.49 - $36.44 The final job offer is based on several factors (internal equity, skills, education, experience, and credentials).

$2,000 master-level full license incentive

Attractive Benefits Package: Four health insurance plans | 100% employer paid dental and vision insurance plans | 13 paid holidays | Generous PTO | Professional development | Tuition reimbursement |Professional License reimbursement | Defined contribution retirement plan| Employee Assistance program | Life and voluntary life insurance options | Short and Long term disability | Approved site for loan forgiveness (based on position and department): NHSC, STAR Loan Repayment, Behavioral Health Loan Repayment, MI Kids Now Loan Repayment and much more!

Network180 employees make a difference in people’s lives every day, making our community a better place to live. We are the behavioral health community organization responsible for the delivery of mental health, substance abuse treatment coordination, and developmental disabilities services for Kent County. We need individuals who are passionate about making a difference by helping others.

We are seeking an SUD Outpatient Therapist. As a Network180 employee assigned to Corewell Heath’s Addiction Clinic (CHAC), the person in this role will provide clinical expertise to a multi-disciplinary clinical team, ensure the provision of therapy services, as well as the appropriate access to behavioral health care records and the successful integration of the CMH authority’s responsibilities to individuals served within the Corewell Health system of care.

This position is 40 hours a week, Monday through Friday, 8:30 am to 5:00 pm. There is no weekend, on call, or holiday requirements for this position. This assignment is in-person primarily at Corewell Health Addictions Clinic, 75 Sheldon Blvd SE Ste 100, with additional regional travel, and flexibility for remote work 1-2 days per week.

Minimum Qualifications

  • Master’s degree in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, or Counseling Psychology.
  • Limited or full licensure (full licensure preferred) in the State of Michigan as a licensed master social worker, professional counselor, marriage and family therapist, or psychologist; OR be eligible for a limited license as stated above and obtain that licensure within three (3) months of hire.
  • CAADC credential or development plan to obtain or eligible to begin a development plan; CAADC credential must be obtained within three years of hire.
  • Possession of a valid driver’s license and access to reliable transportation for job related use.
  • Excellent communications skills, both verbal and written.
  • Ability to interact positively with individuals from widely diverse cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds and differing abilities.
  • Basic computer skills.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Full licensure.
  • At least three years of experience with co-occurring disorders.
  • Experience in evidence-based practices of care, including motivational interviewing, CBT and/or DBT.
  • Lived experiences with mental illness/developmental disabilities/substance use disorders valued.

Job interviews are being conducted in person or via the internet. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed on the job description are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. For a detailed job description and responsibilities please review the job description. Network180 is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Network180 participates in E-Verify.

Network180 is a drug and alcohol-free workplace, which includes the prohibition of recreational marijuana use. Successful completion of a drug screen is part of our background check process.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Assistance with the application process may be requested through the Human Resources Department at 616 336-3909 [616%20336-3909] or jobs@network180.org [jobs@network180.org].

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law

Key Responsibilities

The SUD Therapist provides clinical expertise and therapy services within a multi-disciplinary team at the Corewell Health Addiction Clinic. They are responsible for ensuring appropriate access to behavioral health records and integrating CMH authority services for individuals in the system of care.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a Master's degree in Social Work, Psychology, or Counseling and possess or be eligible for a Michigan professional license. A CAADC credential or a development plan to obtain one within three years is also required.

Qualifications

Education
Master's degree (postgraduate degree)
Experience
2+ years of experience

Key Skills

Clinical therapyCo-occurring disorders treatmentCrisis interventionCase managementDocumentationCommunication skills

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates SUD Therapist (26-148) at Confidential Employer a 8.4 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as excellent. This places the position in the top 5% in Mental Health Therapy (Counseling) — ranked against 7,926 active Mental Health Therapy (Counseling) listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no on-call duties, no weekend requirements, remote work flexibility.

Counselor Career Context

Confidential Employer ranks #10 of 13 employers hiring Counselor on WeekdayDoc by average advertised pay.

Of the 50 active Mental Health Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 42% are remote, 14% have no call, 72% require no weekends — this position is remote.

Mental Health Therapy by the numbers
MeasureThis jobMarket
Work-life score8.4 / 10 · top 5% in mental health therapy (counseling)ranked against 7,926 Mental Health Therapy (Counseling) listingslisting-based score, 0–10
Cost-of-living adjusted pay~$69k in purchasing powerMichigan index 96.2 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Mental Health Therapy listings in Michigan235 active7,962 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026
Work settingremotepeers: 42% remote · 14% no call · 72% no weekends50 benchmarked listings
Sign-on & loan repayment$2k sign-on · loan repaymentMichigan Counselor listings: 23% state a sign-on bonus (median $4k) · 30% offer loan repayment315 active listings, Oct 2026
Confidential Employer#10 of 13 for payTop Employers work-life index
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index (7,926 Mental Health Therapy (Counseling) listings), Top Employers work-life index, BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Oct 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

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  • No call
  • No weekends
  • Hybrid
  • Remote

Benefits & Perks

Four health insurance plans
100% employer paid dental and vision
13 paid holidays
Generous PTO
Professional development
Tuition reimbursement
Professional License reimbursement
Defined contribution retirement plan