SUD Counselor

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates SUD Counselor at SAINT JOHNS PROGRAM FOR REAL CHANGE a 7.2 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as very good. This places the position in the top 15% of all Addiction Counseling physician listings evaluated on our platform. Contributing factors include no on-call duties, no weekend requirements.

Positions in this range offer a solid balance between clinical responsibility and personal time. Most providers report manageable workloads with adequate recovery time.

This Addiction Counseling position at SAINT JOHNS PROGRAM FOR REAL CHANGE 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 position is based in Sacramento, California.

Key skills and qualifications: SUD Counseling, Intake Assessment, Treatment Planning, De-escalation, Documentation, Team Meetings, SUD Counseling Theory, SMARTCARE Platform. Candidates with experience in these areas may be especially well-suited for this Addiction Counseling role.

Core responsibilities: The SUD Counselor provides counseling and treatment to clients with addictive problems, performs discharge and referral summaries, and maintains client case files in cooperation with the case management team. Responsibilities include conducting individual and group counseling sessions, completing as...

Benefits package: Choice of 8 Medical Plans, Choice of 3 Dental Plans, Vision, Life, and Accident Insurance, Employee Assistance Program, 403(b) 100% Match for 1%-6% of Pay, Paid Time Off (11 Holidays, 2 Floating Holidays, 7 Sick Days, Up to 18 Vacation Days). A comprehensive benefits package is an important factor in evaluating total compensation beyond base salary.