Substance Use Disorder Counselor

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Substance Use Disorder Counselor at Turning Point of Central California 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 Turning Point of Central California 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: $22 - $29/hr.

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 also offers production-based compensation: $29 per hourly. Production bonuses can significantly increase total earnings above the stated base salary range.

This position is based in California.

Key skills and qualifications: Substance Use Disorder Treatment, Case Management, Individual Counseling, Group Counseling, Comprehensive Assessments, Treatment Planning, CDCR Contract Compliance, Documentation. Candidates with experience in these areas may be especially well-suited for this Addiction Medicine role.

Core responsibilities: The Substance Use Disorder Counselor provides evidence-based treatment and case management services to justice-involved adults in a reentry program, including conducting assessments, developing individualized treatment plans, and delivering individual and group counseling.

Benefits package: Pay Range: $22.21 - $29.23/hour, Company Paid Benefits Package Including Medical, Dental, Vision, Employee Assistance Program, Pension Fund, PSLF Qualified Non-Profit. A comprehensive benefits package is an important factor in evaluating total compensation beyond base salary.