Alcohol & Drug Counselor 2

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Alcohol & Drug Counselor 2 at Ohio Department of Administrative Services 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 Ohio Department of Administrative Services 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: Up to $1000.

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 Columbus, Ohio.

Key skills and qualifications: Counseling, Case management, Crisis intervention, Treatment planning, Clinical documentation, Substance abuse counseling, Group therapy, Individual therapy. Candidates with experience in these areas may be especially well-suited for this Addiction Medicine role.

Core responsibilities: The counselor will conduct interviews, provide individual and group therapy, and manage client treatment plans from intake to discharge. They are also responsible for maintaining clinical records, performing crisis intervention, and coordinating with community resources.

Benefits package: Health Insurance (85% premium paid), Free Dental and Vision, Wellness Incentives up to $1000, 11 Paid Holidays, Paid Time Off, Childbirth/Adoption Leave, Educational Assistance up to $3000, Public Service Loan Forgiveness. A comprehensive benefits package is an important factor in evaluating total compensation beyond base salary.