SUD Counselor / Group Facilitator

Sierra Meadows & Ascend Behavioral Health

20 days ago

United StatesFull TimeSubstance Use Counseling

✓ No Weekends✓ No Nights

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Job Description

About the Role

Join Sierra Meadows & Ascend Behavioral Health as a SUD Counselor – Monday-Friday Schedule in United States.

Key Responsibilities

inclusive listing of work

Requirements

Individuals may perform other duties as assigned, including work in other functional areas to cover absences or relief, to equalize peak work periods or otherwise to balance the workload.

Employees who hold this position may be asked to perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: EDUCATION: High School Diploma or GED.

LICENSURE: Current registration through a drug and alcohol credential from a DHCS-recognized institution.

Benefits & Compensation

for mileage, food and lodging provided.

) Maintains regular attendance at work and company activities and demonstrates punctuality regarding deadlines.

Displays creativity and vision in recommending new tactics and strategies.

Expands and updates job knowledge through educational opportunities and professional learning.

Work Schedule

Full-Time position.

Call responsibilities required.

Day shift only - no nights.

This position offers day shifts only. Work with Sierra Meadows & Ascend Behavioral Health in United States.

Key Skills

Case managementCrisis interventionTreatment planningClinical assessmentGroup facilitationDocumentationDual diagnosis treatmentLeadershipCommunicationOrganizational skillsDischarge planningPatient managementComplianceCollaborationData entry

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Position Insights

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates SUD Counselor / Group Facilitator at Sierra Meadows & Ascend Behavioral Health a 6.0 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the top 35% of all Substance Use Counseling physician listings evaluated on our platform. Contributing factors include no weekend requirements, no night shifts.

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

Substance Use Counseling — Physician Career Context

This Substance Use Counseling position at Sierra Meadows & Ascend Behavioral Health 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.

Location & Logistics

This position is based in United States.

Why This Position Stands Out

No weekend shifts — preserving personal and family time
No night shifts — a daytime-only schedule

Skills, Responsibilities & Benefits

Key skills and qualifications: Case management, Crisis intervention, Treatment planning, Clinical assessment, Group facilitation, Documentation, Dual diagnosis treatment, Leadership. Candidates with experience in these areas may be especially well-suited for this Substance Use Counseling role.

Core responsibilities: The Registered SUD Counselor will conduct comprehensive assessments, treatment planning, and crisis intervention to support client needs. They are also responsible for facilitating daily educational groups, maintaining clinical documentation, and coordinating admissions and discharges.

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