SUD Counselor - Residential Detox

15 days ago

San Diego, California$30/hrFull TimeSubstance Use Disorder Counseling

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Job Description

Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Eligible

This position qualifies for federal student loan forgiveness. After 10 years of qualifying payments while working full-time for a nonprofit employer, the remaining balance on your Direct Loans may be forgiven.

About the Role

Join McAlister Institute as a SUD Counselor – Residential Detox, Swing Shift in United States. Description Join McAlister Institute, a 48-year beacon in San Diego's Recovery Community. We are seeking a dedicated Substance Use Disorder (SUD) Counselor to join our McAlister team at one of our residential detox programs.

Key Responsibilities

based, culturally competent, trauma

Must work weekends

Requirements

occurring conditions. Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively in a team environment. Knowledge of evidence

based practices in substance use treatment. Understanding of trauma

informed care, patient

site position. Ability to pass all pre

Benefits & Compensation

Hourly rate: $30/hr.

12 days PTO.

401(k) with employer match.

Student loan repayment assistance.

PSLF eligible (Public Service Loan Forgiveness).

Work Schedule

Full-Time position.

Weekend coverage may be required.

This position offers student loan benefits. Work with McAlister Institute in United States.

Key Skills

Substance use disorder counselingIndividual counselingGroup counselingTreatment planningCrisis interventionTrauma-informed careMotivational interviewingHarm reductionCase documentationEHR systemsInterpersonal skillsCommunication skillsAssessmentCultural competenceMultidisciplinary collaboration

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Position Insights

Work-Life Balance Overview

This SUD Counselor - Residential Detox position at McAlister Institute includes the following lifestyle factors: no on-call duties. Candidates should review the full job details to assess overall work-life fit.

Substance Use Disorder Counseling — Physician Career Context

This Substance Use Disorder Counseling position at McAlister Institute 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

This employer qualifies for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF). Eligible clinicians can have their remaining federal student loan balance forgiven after 120 qualifying monthly payments (10 years). For physicians and advanced practice providers carrying significant educational debt, PSLF eligibility can represent hundreds of thousands of dollars in long-term financial benefit.

This position also offers production-based compensation: $30 per hourly. Production bonuses can significantly increase total earnings above the stated base salary range.

Location & Logistics

This position is based in San Diego, California.

Why This Position Stands Out

No on-call requirements — clinicians are completely off-duty after hours
Transparent compensation ($0k–$0k)
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible

Skills, Responsibilities & Benefits

Key skills and qualifications: Substance use disorder counseling, Individual counseling, Group counseling, Treatment planning, Crisis intervention, Trauma-informed care, Motivational interviewing, Harm reduction. Candidates with experience in these areas may be especially well-suited for this Substance Use Disorder Counseling role.

Core responsibilities: The SUD Counselor is responsible for maintaining an active caseload, providing individual and group counseling, and developing individualized treatment plans. They will also collaborate with a multidisciplinary team and coordinate with community resources to support clients through their recovery jo...

Benefits package: 13 paid holidays, 12 vacation days, Paid sick leave, 403(b) Retirement Plan with up to 6% Employer Match, Health Insurance, EAP, Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility. A comprehensive benefits package is an important factor in evaluating total compensation beyond base salary.

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