Clinical Counselor (SCRR)

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Clinical Counselor (SCRR) at ENCOMPASS COMMUNITY SERVICES a 8.1 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as excellent. This places the position in the top 5% of all Substance Use Counseling physician listings evaluated on our platform. Contributing factors include no on-call duties, no weekend requirements, flexible scheduling.

Clinicians in this score range report high career satisfaction and sustainable workloads. This is an ideal fit for providers who prioritize long-term career longevity.

This Substance Use Counseling position at ENCOMPASS COMMUNITY SERVICES 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 Santa Cruz, California.

Key skills and qualifications: Individual Therapy, Case Management, Crisis Intervention, Group Counseling, Motivational Interviewing, CBT, Mindfulness Based Practices, ASAM Assessment. Candidates with experience in these areas may be especially well-suited for this Substance Use Counseling role.

Core responsibilities: The Clinical Counselor will provide direct client services including individual therapy, case management, and group counseling to residential participants to stabilize substance use disorder and mental health issues, utilizing evidence-based practices.

Benefits package: Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, Acupuncture and Chiropractic, 403(b) Retirement Plan, 17 Vacation Days, 12 Sick Days, 14 Paid Holidays. A comprehensive benefits package is an important factor in evaluating total compensation beyond base salary.