Substance Abuse Counselor - CADC or CAADC
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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 PATH People Acting To Help, Inc. as a Substance Abuse Counselor – CADC/CAADC in Philadelphia, PA.
Key Responsibilities
- Participate in the client
- care, living situation, nutrition, money
- management); and family structure and relationships.
- Conduct comprehensive substance use disorder assessments as indicated.
Requirements
- M. A. degree in Social Work, Psychology, Human Services/Social Sciences, Healthcare or related field.
- CADC or another addiction certification/license required.
- Valid Driver's License required.
- Must be available or scheduled emergency on
Benefits & Compensation
- Pension plan offered.
- Student loan repayment assistance.
- PSLF eligible (Public Service Loan Forgiveness).
Work Schedule
- Full-Time position.
- Call responsibilities required.
This position offers student loan benefits. Work with PATH People Acting To Help, Inc. in Philadelphia, PA.
Key Skills
Position Insights
Work-Life Balance Overview
This Substance Abuse Counselor - CADC or CAADC position at PATH People Acting To Help includes the following lifestyle factors: no weekend requirements. Candidates should review the full job details to assess overall work-life fit.
Addiction Medicine — Physician Career Context
This Addiction Medicine position at PATH People Acting To Help 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.
Location & Logistics
This position is based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
Why This Position Stands Out
- No weekend shifts — preserving personal and family time
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible
Skills, Responsibilities & Benefits
Key skills and qualifications: Substance abuse counseling, Crisis intervention, Case management, Psychiatric assessment, Treatment planning, Documentation, Behavioral health, Addiction treatment. Candidates with experience in these areas may be especially well-suited for this Addiction Medicine role.
Core responsibilities: The counselor will provide treatment, rehabilitation, and crisis intervention as part of a multidisciplinary team. They are responsible for coordinating care and monitoring the treatment plans for an assigned group of participants.
Benefits package: Competitive pay, Annual increases, Performance and longevity bonuses, Comprehensive benefits package, Generous paid holidays, vacation, sick, and personal time, No-cost pension plan, Ongoing professional development, PSLF eligible. A comprehensive benefits package is an important factor in evaluating total compensation beyond base salary.
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Benefits & Perks
Protective Factors (1)
No weekends (57% ↓ work-life conflict)
Interpretation: Position includes 1 validated protective factor against burnout.
Job Details
Employment Type
Full-time
Posted
4d ago
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