Counselor Case Manager, Substance Use Outpatient

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Counselor Case Manager, Substance Use Outpatient at Lutheran Social Services of Illinois a 8.4 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as excellent. This places the position in the top 5% of all Addiction Medicine 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 Addiction Medicine position at Lutheran Social Services of Illinois 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.

Stated compensation: $24/hr.

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.

This position also offers production-based compensation: $24 per hourly. Production bonuses can significantly increase total earnings above the stated base salary range.

This position is based in Illinois.

Key skills and qualifications: Substance use counseling, Case management, Clinical documentation, Treatment planning, Group therapy, Individual counseling, Biopsychosocial assessment, ASAM criteria. Candidates with experience in these areas may be especially well-suited for this Addiction Medicine role.

Core responsibilities: Provide individual, group, and family counseling services for adults experiencing substance use disorders using evidence-based practices. Manage an assigned caseload, including treatment planning, insurance authorization, and clinical documentation.

Benefits package: Healthcare insurance, Up to 26 days PTO, 11 paid holidays, 403(b) plan, Employee Assistance Program, Flexible hours. A comprehensive benefits package is an important factor in evaluating total compensation beyond base salary.