Certified Peer Counselor - Child and Family Services

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Certified Peer Counselor - Child and Family Services at Sound a 4.0 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as below average. This places the position in the average range of all Clinical Psychology 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 Clinical Psychology position at Sound 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.

Nationally, Clinical Psychology professionals earn a median annual salary of approximately $95k, with the typical range spanning $70k to $140k depending on experience, location, and practice setting.

Sound lists compensation for this physician position at $53k to $56k annually.

This is approximately 43% below the national median for Clinical Psychology professionals, which is around $95k.

This position also offers production-based compensation: $27 per hourly. Production bonuses can significantly increase total earnings above the stated base salary range.

This position is based in Auburn, Washington.

Washington has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states. For a physician earning $300k, the absence of state income tax can represent $15k–$30k or more in annual savings.

Key skills and qualifications: Peer counseling, Mental health support, Addiction treatment, Recovery planning, Crisis intervention, Case management, Self-advocacy support, Community resource navigation. Candidates with experience in these areas may be especially well-suited for this Clinical Psychology role.

Core responsibilities: The Certified Peer Counselor provides support to clients and families by sharing personal recovery experiences to foster hope and self-determination. They assist professional team members in developing recovery plans, facilitating group sessions, and navigating behavioral health and community system...

Benefits package: Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Long Term Disability Insurance, Retirement Plan, Health Savings Account, Flexible Spending Accounts. A comprehensive benefits package is an important factor in evaluating total compensation beyond base salary.