Substance Abuse Counselor

Reno-Sparks Indian Colony

2 days ago

NevadaFull TimeAddiction Medicine

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Job Description

About the Role

Join Reno-Sparks Indian Colony as a Substance Abuse Counselor – Native American Community in United States.

Key Responsibilities

Proficient with DSM IV and ASAM Placement Criteria and familiar with DSM 5 and new ASAM Placement Criteria.

Provides referrals/assists clients seeking funding and placement in residential inpatient programs; Coordinate and manages reintegration of clients into their community, work, and family lives.

Requirements

Sparks Indian Colony followed by members of other federally recognized tribes. Reno

Sparks Indian Colony requires any designated candidate to complete a pre

employment criminal background check, drug screen, and confirmation of professional references.

Work Schedule

Full-Time position.

Weekend coverage may be required.

Apply to join Reno-Sparks Indian Colony as a Substance Abuse Counselor – Native American Community.

Key Skills

Substance abuse counselingCase managementTreatment planningCrisis interventionGroup therapyIndividual counselingDSM-5ASAM placement criteriaElectronic health recordsDUI counselingAnger managementRelapse preventionMental health assessmentCultural competencyDocumentationCommunication skills

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Position Insights

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Substance Abuse Counselor at Reno-Sparks Indian Colony a 2.7 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.

Addiction Medicine — Physician Career Context

This Addiction Medicine position at Reno-Sparks Indian Colony 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 Nevada.

Nevada has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states. For a physician earning $300k, the absence of state income tax can represent $15k–$30k or more in annual savings.

Skills, Responsibilities & Benefits

Key skills and qualifications: Substance abuse counseling, Case management, Treatment planning, Crisis intervention, Group therapy, Individual counseling, DSM-5, ASAM placement criteria. Candidates with experience in these areas may be especially well-suited for this Addiction Medicine role.

Core responsibilities: The counselor will conduct comprehensive substance abuse assessments, develop individualized treatment plans, and provide direct counseling services to clients. They are also responsible for managing caseloads, maintaining clinical records in electronic systems, and coordinating client reintegration...

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