SUD Counselor - Residential

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates SUD Counselor - Residential at McAlister Institute a 2.0 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as below average. This places the position in the average range of all General Medicine physician listings evaluated on our platform. Contributing factors include no on-call duties.

Candidates should carefully assess workload expectations and scheduling demands before applying.

This General Medicine position at McAlister Institute 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.

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: $30 per hourly. Production bonuses can significantly increase total earnings above the stated base salary range.

This position is based in United States.

Key skills and qualifications: Substance use counseling, Individual counseling, Group counseling, Treatment planning, Crisis intervention, Trauma-informed care, Motivational interviewing, Harm reduction. Candidates with experience in these areas may be especially well-suited for this General Medicine role.

Core responsibilities: The counselor is responsible for maintaining an active caseload, providing individual and group counseling, and developing individualized treatment plans. They will also collaborate with a multidisciplinary team and coordinate with community resources to support clients through their recovery journe...

Benefits package: 13 Paid annual holidays, 12 Paid vacation days, Paid sick leave, Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility, 403(b) Retirement plan, 6% Employer match, Health insurance. A comprehensive benefits package is an important factor in evaluating total compensation beyond base salary.