Substance Abuse Counselor

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Substance Abuse Counselor at Volunteers of America - Greater New York a 6.0 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the top 35% of all Addiction Medicine physician listings evaluated on our platform. Contributing factors include no on-call duties, no weekend requirements.

This score reflects a generally positive work environment with some areas for improvement. Clinicians should evaluate scheduling and workload expectations carefully.

This Addiction Medicine position at Volunteers of America - Greater New York 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.

This position is based in United States.

Key skills and qualifications: Counseling, Guidance, Case Management, Substance Abuse Treatment, Service Plan Development, Record Keeping, Community Linkages, Report Writing. Candidates with experience in these areas may be especially well-suited for this Addiction Medicine role.

Core responsibilities: The Substance Abuse Counselor will deliver direct counseling, guidance, and case management services to clients addressing specific substance abuse problems, participating in service delivery as required. Key duties include developing individualized service plans, conducting counseling sessions, mai...

Benefits package: Medical Coverage, Dental Coverage, Vision Coverage, Prescription Coverage, Life Insurance, Retirement Plan, Tuition Reimbursement, Paid Time Off. A comprehensive benefits package is an important factor in evaluating total compensation beyond base salary.