Addictions Counselor - Riverhead Jail

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Addictions Counselor - Riverhead Jail at Suffolk County Government 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.

This score reflects a generally positive work environment with some areas for improvement. Clinicians should evaluate scheduling and workload expectations carefully.

This Addiction Medicine position at Suffolk County Government 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 United States.

Key skills and qualifications: Addictions Counseling, Patient Monitoring, Individual Counseling, Group Counseling, Treatment Planning, Record Keeping, Collaboration, Education Sessions. Candidates with experience in these areas may be especially well-suited for this Addiction Medicine role.

Core responsibilities: The Addictions Counselor interviews and screens individuals for supportive counseling, plans and evaluates individualized treatment plans, and provides individual and group counseling services. They also maintain patient records and collaborate with clinic staff regarding patient progress.

Benefits package: Health Insurance, Pension, Paid Time Off, Work-Life Balance. A comprehensive benefits package is an important factor in evaluating total compensation beyond base salary.