Substance Use Treatment Counselor

Children & Families of Iowa

1 month ago

IowaFull TimeAddiction Medicine

✓ No Call✓ No Weekends✓ No Nights

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Job Description

About the Role

Join Children & Families of Iowa as a Substance Use Treatment Counselor in United States. Description Are you passionate about helping people break free from addiction and build healthier lives? As a Substance Use Treatment Counselor, you’ll play a vital role in guiding clients through their recovery journey while also advancing your skills and career in behavioral health.

Key Responsibilities

term recovery. Maintain accurate documentation meeting agency, state, and accreditation standards. Achieve a

Requirements

Driven Work – Make a meaningful impact every day. Supportive Team Culture – Work in a mission

driven, respectful, and collaborative environment. Professional Growth – Access ongoing training, supervision, and career advancement opportunities. Work

Life Balance – Enjoy a structured schedule with just one evening per week. Lucrative Time Off – Generous vacation, sick leave, holidays, and more. Comprehensive

Benefits & Compensation

401(k) with employer match.

Work Schedule

Full-Time position.

Day shift only - no nights.

Flexible scheduling available.

This position offers day shifts only. Work with Children & Families of Iowa in United States.

Key Skills

Substance Abuse AssessmentsTreatment PlanningTrauma-Informed CareGroup FacilitationMotivational InterviewingSubstance Use TestingDocumentationCommunicationProblem-SolvingClient Engagement

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Position Insights

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Substance Use Treatment Counselor at Children & Families of Iowa 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 Children & Families of Iowa 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.

Location & Logistics

This position is based in Iowa.

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

Skills, Responsibilities & Benefits

Key skills and qualifications: Substance Abuse Assessments, Treatment Planning, Trauma-Informed Care, Group Facilitation, Motivational Interviewing, Substance Use Testing, Documentation, Communication. Candidates with experience in these areas may be especially well-suited for this Addiction Medicine role.

Core responsibilities: The counselor will conduct thorough substance abuse assessments, deliver outpatient treatment services based on individualized plans, and facilitate both individual and group counseling sessions using evidence-based practices. Key duties also involve coordinating substance use testing and connecting...

Benefits package: Generous Vacation, Sick Leave, Holidays, Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, 401(k) with Company Match. A comprehensive benefits package is an important factor in evaluating total compensation beyond base salary.

About WeekdayDoc

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