Addiction Counselor

St. Cloud Hospital

2 days ago

Minnesota$56.7K - $85KFull TimeAddiction Medicine

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Job Description

About the Role

Join St. Cloud Hospital as a Addiction Counselor – Monday-Friday Schedule in United States. Find your purpose at CentraCare as an Addiction Counselor at St. Cloud Hospital.

Key Responsibilities

5pm | Monday – Friday | Onsite Pay and

Requirements

of 2 years of experience required to be considered for hospital-based consultation work.

Knowledge of laws related to commitment, confidentiality, vulnerable adults, child protection, and patient rights.

Knowledge of counseling techniques and strong communication skills.

Understanding of Minnesota resources for inpatient, outpatient, and supportive care related to mental illness and chemical dependency.

Benefits & Compensation

Salary: $56.7K - $85K

401(k) with employer match.

Work Schedule

Full-Time position.

Day shift only - no nights.

This position offers day shifts only. Work with St. Cloud Hospital in United States.

Key Skills

Addiction counselingPsychosocial assessmentChemical dependency assessmentTreatment planningClinical interventionsCase managementDischarge planningCrisis interventionTelehealthPatient safetyFamily centered careCommunication skillsInterdisciplinary collaboration

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Position Insights

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Addiction Counselor at St. Cloud Hospital a 7.5 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as very good. This places the position in the top 10% of all Addiction Medicine physician listings evaluated on our platform.

Positions in this range offer a solid balance between clinical responsibility and personal time. Most providers report manageable workloads with adequate recovery time.

Addiction Medicine — Physician Career Context

This Addiction Medicine position at St. Cloud Hospital is open to physician candidates.

Physicians (MD/DO) are in high demand across healthcare settings, with growing interest in positions that offer sustainable schedules and reduced administrative burden.

Compensation Analysis

St. Cloud Hospital lists compensation for this physician position at $57k to $85k annually.

Location & Logistics

This position is based in Minnesota.

Skills, Responsibilities & Benefits

Key skills and qualifications: Addiction counseling, Psychosocial assessment, Chemical dependency assessment, Treatment planning, Clinical interventions, Case management, Discharge planning, Crisis intervention. Candidates with experience in these areas may be especially well-suited for this Addiction Medicine role.

Core responsibilities: The Addiction Counselor provides assessments, counseling, and care coordination for patients with substance use disorders. They collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to develop treatment plans and facilitate clinical interventions for diverse patient populations.

Benefits package: Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, PTO, 401k, Employee Discounts. A comprehensive benefits package is an important factor in evaluating total compensation beyond base salary.

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