Addictions Counselor
Is Annual Salary: $56,174 - $87,342 a lowball?
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Job Description
About the Role
Join Virtua Health as a Addictions Counselor in United States. At Virtua Health, we exist for one reason – to better serve you. That means being here for you in all the moments that matter, striving each day to connect you to the care you need.
Key Responsibilities
- Facilitate support groups and therapeutic workshops.
- Coordinate referrals to external services such as medical providers, mental health professionals, housing assistance, or rehabilitation programs.
- Conduct comprehensive assessments and screenings to evaluate clients’ substance use history, mental health status, and treatment needs.
- Develop individualized treatment and recovery plans in collaboration with clients and multidisciplinary teams.
Requirements
- $87,342 The actual salary/rate will vary based on applicant’s experience as well as internal equity and alignment with market data. Virtua offers a comprehensive package of
Benefits & Compensation
- Salary: Annual Salary: $56,174 - $87,342
Work Schedule
- 1st Shift schedule.
- No explicit call, weekend, or night shift information provided.
Apply to join Virtua Health as a Addictions Counselor.
Key Skills
Position Insights
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Addictions Counselor at Virtua Health a 6.6 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the top 25% of all Addiction Medicine physician listings evaluated on our platform.
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 Virtua Health 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
Virtua Health lists compensation for this physician position at $56k to $87k annually.
Location & Logistics
This position is based in United States.
Skills, Responsibilities & Benefits
Key skills and qualifications: Substance Use Assessment, Individual Counseling, Group Therapy, Family Counseling, Crisis Management, Treatment Planning, Relapse Prevention, Case Management. Candidates with experience in these areas may be especially well-suited for this Addiction Medicine role.
Core responsibilities: The counselor provides assessments, personalized treatment plans, and counseling services to individuals with substance use disorders. Responsibilities include facilitating support groups, coordinating external referrals, and maintaining confidential client records.
Benefits package: Medical Insurance, Prescription Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Health Flexible Spending Account, Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account, 403(b), 401(k). A comprehensive benefits package is an important factor in evaluating total compensation beyond base salary.
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Job Details
Employment Type
Full Time
Posted
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