Substance Abuse Counselor

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Substance Abuse Counselor at Volunteers of America - Greater New York a 4.0 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as below average. 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 Volunteers of America - Greater New York 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: Direct Counseling, Guidance, Case Management, Intake, Assessment, Service Plan Development, Record Keeping, Community Linkages. Candidates with experience in these areas may be especially well-suited for this Addiction Medicine role.

Core responsibilities: The Substance Abuse Counselor provides direct counseling, guidance, and case management services to clients dealing with specific substance abuse problems, participating in service delivery as needed. Key duties include developing individualized service plans, conducting counseling sessions, and mai...

Benefits package: Medical Coverage, Dental Coverage, Vision Coverage, Prescription Coverage, Life Insurance, Retirement Plan, Tuition Reimbursement, Paid Time Off. A comprehensive benefits package is an important factor in evaluating total compensation beyond base salary.