Substance Abuse Counselor
Job Description
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Eligible
This position qualifies for federal student loan forgiveness. After 10 years of qualifying payments while working full-time for a nonprofit employer, the remaining balance on your Direct Loans may be forgiven.
About the Role
This Substance Abuse Counselor position is located at Naval Medical Center, Department of Behavioral Health in San Diego, California. It is a full-time, permanent GS 7-9 position.
Key Responsibilities
- Monitor patient progress and adjust treatment plans.
- Conduct bio-psychosocial assessments.
- Participate in interdisciplinary treatment teams.
- Maintain accurate patient documentation.
Requirements
- Drug and Alcohol Counselor Certification (ADC I) or equivalent within 6 months of entry.
- Secret security clearance required.
- Drug testing required.
Benefits & Compensation
- Salary range: $57,641 to $91,664 per year.
- Permanent appointment with competitive federal benefits.
Work Schedule
- Full-time schedule.
- No explicit call, weekend, or night shift details provided.
This role offers a chance to work in a military medical center with competitive salary and benefits supporting substance abuse treatment.
Burnout Score
Protective Factors (1)
No weekends (57% ↓ work-life conflict)
Interpretation: Position includes 1 validated protective factor against burnout.
Job Details
Employment Type
Full-time
Posted
1mo ago
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