Chemical Dependency Counselor (Outpatient)

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Chemical Dependency Counselor (Outpatient) at Bakersfield Behavioral Healthcare Hospital a 1.7 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as below average. This places the position in the average range of all Addiction Medicine physician listings evaluated on our platform.

Candidates should carefully assess workload expectations and scheduling demands before applying.

This Addiction Medicine position at Bakersfield Behavioral Healthcare 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.

Bakersfield Behavioral Healthcare Hospital lists compensation for this physician position at $52k to $69k annually.

This position also offers production-based compensation: $33 per hourly. Production bonuses can significantly increase total earnings above the stated base salary range.

This position is based in Bakersfield, California.

Key skills and qualifications: Chemical dependency counseling, Crisis intervention, Treatment planning, Substance use disorder assessment, Psychosocial assessment, Group counseling, Individual counseling, Clinical documentation. Candidates with experience in these areas may be especially well-suited for this Addiction Medicine role.

Core responsibilities: Provides complex screening, assessment, crisis intervention, and treatment planning for clients with substance use disorders. Serves as a team lead to develop counseling programs and coordinate clinical resources.

Benefits package: Paid Time Off (3+ weeks), Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Pet Insurance. A comprehensive benefits package is an important factor in evaluating total compensation beyond base salary.