Counselor (50819)
Job Description
About the Role
Join WESTCARE INC as a Substance Abuse Counselor – Correctional Center in United States. Job DetailsJob Location: Sheridan Correctional Center - 4017 E 2603 - Sheridan, IL 60551Position Type: Full TimeEducation Level: High SchoolSalary Range: $23.08 - $24.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop a comprehensive service plan for each client that includes the results of assessments, and short- an.
- Provide daily treatment and curriculum-based education groups on the basic concepts of therapeutic communiti.
- Provide general client supervision, including planning and scheduling therapeutic activities.
Requirements
- escalation techniques.
Benefits & Compensation
- Salary: $23.08 - $24.62/hr
Work Schedule
- Full-Time position.
- Day shift only - no nights.
This position offers day shifts only. Work with WESTCARE INC in United States.
Key Skills
Position Insights
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Counselor (50819) at WESTCARE 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, no night shifts.
This score reflects a generally positive work environment with some areas for improvement. Clinicians should evaluate scheduling and workload expectations carefully.
Addiction Medicine — Physician Career Context
This Addiction Medicine position at WESTCARE 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
Stated compensation: $23.08 - $24.62/hr.
This position also offers production-based compensation: $25 per hourly. Production bonuses can significantly increase total earnings above the stated base salary range.
Location & Logistics
This position is based in Sheridan, Illinois.
Why This Position Stands Out
- No on-call requirements — clinicians are completely off-duty after hours
- No weekend shifts — preserving personal and family time
- No night shifts — a daytime-only schedule
- Transparent compensation ($0k–$0k)
Skills, Responsibilities & Benefits
Key skills and qualifications: Substance abuse counseling, Clinical assessment, Service planning, Group facilitation, Crisis intervention, Documentation, Case management, Motivational interviewing. Candidates with experience in these areas may be especially well-suited for this Addiction Medicine role.
Core responsibilities: The counselor is responsible for delivering clinical substance abuse treatment, conducting assessments, and developing comprehensive service plans for clients. They also facilitate curriculum-based education groups and maintain accurate, confidential client records in accordance with agency and lega...
Benefits package: Health insurance, Dental insurance, Vision insurance, Retirement plan, Paid time off. A comprehensive benefits package is an important factor in evaluating total compensation beyond base salary.
About WeekdayDoc
WeekdayDoc is the only healthcare job board that scores every position for burnout risk and work-life balance. Every listing includes a proprietary burnout score, transparent salary data when available, and lifestyle filters for no-call, no-weekends, and remote positions. Browse more Addiction Medicine physician jobs on WeekdayDoc to compare work-life balance scores and compensation across employers.
Benefits & Perks
Work-Life Balance Score
Protective Factors (3)
No on-call (β=6.95; p<0.001 for ↓ exhaustion)
No weekends (57% ↓ work-life conflict)
No nights (Independent predictor ↓ burnout)
Interpretation: Position demonstrates strong burnout protection with 3 validated protective factors.
Job Details
Employment Type
Full-time
Posted
3d ago
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