Substance Abuse Counselor

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Substance Abuse Counselor at Gateway Foundation a 2.3 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.

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

This Addiction Medicine position at Gateway Foundation 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: up to $5,250.

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: $23 per hourly. Production bonuses can significantly increase total earnings above the stated base salary range.

This position is based in Lake Villa, Illinois.

Key skills and qualifications: Group counseling, Individual counseling, Crisis intervention, Client documentation, Medication monitoring, Case management, Substance abuse counseling, Mental health support. Candidates with experience in these areas may be especially well-suited for this Addiction Medicine role.

Core responsibilities: The Substance Abuse Counselor facilitates group and individual counseling sessions while monitoring client progress and safety in a residential setting. They are also responsible for maintaining accurate clinical records and assisting with daily living activities and medication administration.

Benefits package: Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance, Employee Wellness Program, Employee Assistance Program, 403(b) Retirement Plan with 3% Match, Short-term and Long-term Disability, Life and AD&D Insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts, PSLF Eligible. A comprehensive benefits package is an important factor in evaluating total compensation beyond base salary.