Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor (LADC)
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33% below median for Counselor in MN — negotiate
Job Description
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Eligible
This position qualifies for federal student loan forgiveness. After 10 years of qualifying payments while working full-time for a nonprofit employer, the remaining balance on your Direct Loans may be forgiven.
About the Role
Join Missions Inc Programs as a Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor – Part-Time in United States. If you are interested in joining a team of collaborative, compassionate individuals committed to serving those early on in their recovery journey, we have an opportunity for you! We have a 0.
Key Responsibilities
- To provide individual assessment analysis and diagnosis; intervention and referral.
- To develop a therapeutic relationship with the clients so that they will have the benefit of constructive feedback.
- To provide comprehensive written records on individual clients so that medical records, licensing, and program standards are maintained.
- Orient clients to the unit rules, client rights, and grievance procedures.
Requirements
- $30/hr based on qualifications and experience.
Benefits & Compensation
- Salary: $25 - $30/hr
- PSLF eligible (Public Service Loan Forgiveness).
Work Schedule
- Part-Time position.
- Flexible scheduling available.
This position offers student loan benefits. Work with Missions Inc Programs in United States.
Key Skills
Position Insights
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor (LADC) at Missions Inc Programs a 7.1 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as very good. This places the position in the top 15% of all Addiction Counseling physician listings evaluated on our platform. Contributing factors include no on-call duties, no weekend requirements.
Positions in this range offer a solid balance between clinical responsibility and personal time. Most providers report manageable workloads with adequate recovery time.
Addiction Counseling — Physician Career Context
This Addiction Counseling position at Missions Inc Programs 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.
Compensation Analysis
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: $30000 per hourly. Production bonuses can significantly increase total earnings above the stated base salary range.
Location & Logistics
This position is based in Minnesota.
Why This Position Stands Out
- No on-call requirements — clinicians are completely off-duty after hours
- No weekend shifts — preserving personal and family time
- Transparent compensation ($30k–$30k)
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible
Skills, Responsibilities & Benefits
Key skills and qualifications: Alcohol and Drug Counseling, Individual Assessment, Diagnosis, Intervention, Referral, Therapeutic Relationship Building, Written Record Keeping, Electronic Health Record System. Candidates with experience in these areas may be especially well-suited for this Addiction Counseling role.
Core responsibilities: Responsibilities include providing individual assessment, diagnosis, intervention, and referral services while developing therapeutic relationships with clients. The role also requires maintaining comprehensive written records, orienting clients to unit rules, observing for emergencies, and accurate...
Benefits package: 403b Retirement Plan, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance, Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, Flexible Schedule. 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 (2)
No on-call (β=6.95; p<0.001 for ↓ exhaustion)
No weekends (57% ↓ work-life conflict)
Interpretation: Position shows moderate burnout protection with 2 validated protective factors.
Job Details
Employment Type
Part-time
Posted
2mo ago
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