Certified Substance Abuse Counselor
Is $65K - $75K competitive?
See how this position compares to Addiction Medicine market data — salary percentile, benefits comparison, and hiring trends.
Job Description
About the Role
Join University Health Partners of Hawaii as a Certified Substance Abuse Counselor – Remote, M-F in United States.
Key Responsibilities
- conduct comprehensive assessments and develop individualized treatment plans.
Requirements
- time position. MINIMUM QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS Education & Credentials
- Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Psychology, Behavioral Sciences, or related field.
- Current Hawaiʻi CSAC, CADC, LADC, SAP, or equivalent certification. Experience Minimum:
- Experience in substance use treatment, behavioral health, or related human services. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Minimum:
Benefits & Compensation
- Salary: $65K - $75K
- 401(k) with employer match.
Work Schedule
- Full-Time position.
- Remote position - work from anywhere.
Apply to join University Health Partners of Hawaii as a Certified Substance Abuse Counselor – Remote, M-F.
Key Skills
Position Insights
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Certified Substance Abuse Counselor at University Health Partners of Hawaii a 6.0 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the top 35% of all Addiction Medicine physician listings evaluated on our platform. Contributing factors include no on-call duties, no weekend requirements, remote work flexibility.
This score reflects a generally positive work environment with some areas for improvement. Clinicians should evaluate scheduling and workload expectations carefully.
Addiction Medicine — Physician Career Context
This Addiction Medicine position at University Health Partners of Hawaii 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.
Remote physician positions in Addiction Medicine have grown significantly in recent years, offering clinicians the ability to maintain a full patient panel without geographic constraints or commute-related burnout.
Compensation Analysis
University Health Partners of Hawaii lists compensation for this physician position at $65k to $75k annually.
Location & Logistics
This is a fully remote physician position. Remote clinicians can practice from any state where they hold an active license, eliminating commute time and offering maximum schedule flexibility. Many remote healthcare positions also allow providers to establish a more sustainable long-term practice pattern.
Why This Position Stands Out
- No on-call requirements — clinicians are completely off-duty after hours
- No weekend shifts — preserving personal and family time
- Fully remote — work from anywhere with an active license
- Transparent compensation ($65k–$75k)
Skills, Responsibilities & Benefits
Key skills and qualifications: Substance use treatment, Counseling, Case management, Telehealth, Evidence-based interventions, Electronic health records, Motivational interviewing, Cultural humility. Candidates with experience in these areas may be especially well-suited for this Addiction Medicine role.
Core responsibilities: The Certified Substance Abuse Counselor provides client-centered assessment, counseling, and case management services for individuals with substance use disorders. This role delivers evidence-based interventions via telehealth while coordinating care and promoting long-term recovery.
Benefits package: 100% employee health and dental coverage, Vision insurance, Flexible spending plan, Retirement plan with up to 3% match, Life/AD&D/LTD insurance, Employee assistance program, Pet Insurance, Prepaid legal. A comprehensive benefits package is an important factor in evaluating total compensation beyond base salary.
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Benefits & Perks
Work-Life Balance Score
Protective Factors (3)
Remote work (RR 0.57; 14-23% ↓ burnout)
No on-call (β=6.95; p<0.001 for ↓ exhaustion)
No weekends (57% ↓ work-life conflict)
Interpretation: Position demonstrates strong burnout protection with 3 validated protective factors.
Job Details
Employment Type
Full-time
Posted
yesterday
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