Substance Use Disorder Counselor

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Substance Use Disorder Counselor at Odyssey House a 5.7 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as moderate. This places the position in the average range of all Addiction Medicine physician listings evaluated on our platform. Contributing factors include no on-call duties, no weekend requirements.

Candidates should carefully assess workload expectations and scheduling demands before applying.

This Addiction Medicine position at Odyssey House 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 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 is based in Salt Lake City, Utah.

Key skills and qualifications: Substance Use Disorder Counseling, Communication, Reliability, Self-Starter, Teachable, Problem Solving, Client Management, Group Facilitation. Candidates with experience in these areas may be especially well-suited for this Addiction Medicine role.

Core responsibilities: The Substance Use Disorder Counselor will oversee a caseload of up to 12 clients, updating treatment plans and facilitating group sessions. They are responsible for completing documentation on the day of service and ensuring high-quality client care.

Benefits package: NHSC Student Loan Forgiveness, $9k per year tuition eligible, Paid Continuing Education, Monthly Incentives and Awards, EAP Program, Flexible Scheduling, Casual Dress, Bonuses and Awards. A comprehensive benefits package is an important factor in evaluating total compensation beyond base salary.