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How much do substance use disorder professional jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 10, 2026, the average yearly pay for substance use disorder professional in the United States is $63,862.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $50,000.00 and $75,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Substance Use Disorder Professional, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Substance Use Disorder Professional, you need a background in counseling, understanding of addiction treatment modalities, and relevant certifications such as a CADC, SUDP, or LADC. Familiarity with electronic health records (EHRs), screening tools like the ASAM Criteria, and knowledge of evidence-based interventions are commonly required. Strong interpersonal skills, active listening, cultural competence, and emotional resilience help professionals build trust and support clients through recovery. These skills are critical for delivering effective treatment, fostering positive client outcomes, and maintaining compliance with clinical and ethical standards.

What are some common challenges faced by Substance Use Disorder Professionals when working with clients, and how can they be managed?

Substance Use Disorder Professionals often encounter challenges such as client relapse, resistance to treatment, and co-occurring mental health disorders. Building strong therapeutic relationships and employing motivational interviewing techniques can help address resistance and foster trust. Additionally, collaborating closely with interdisciplinary teams—including medical staff, social workers, and counselors—provides a comprehensive approach to care. Ongoing professional development and supervision are also vital for managing emotional stress and maintaining effective, evidence-based practices.

What is a Substance Use Disorder Professional?

A Substance Use Disorder Professional (SUDP) is a trained and certified individual who specializes in assessing, diagnosing, and treating people with substance use disorders. They provide counseling, develop treatment plans, and support clients in overcoming addiction to drugs or alcohol. SUDPs work in a variety of settings, including clinics, hospitals, and community organizations, and often collaborate with other healthcare professionals to provide comprehensive care. Their goal is to help individuals achieve and maintain recovery, improve their quality of life, and prevent relapse.
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Substance Use Disorder Professional (SUDP) or Substance Use Disorder Professional Trainee (SUDPT)

Substance Use Disorder Professional (SUDP) or Substance Use Disorder Professional Trainee (SUDPT)

Pioneer Human Services

Spokane, WA

$19.86 - $34.74/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

Posted 17 days ago


Job description

If you are looking for employment with a purpose where you can help improve the daily lives of the members of your community, then consider a career with Pioneer Human Services!

We are currently looking for aSubstance Use Disorder Professional (SUDP) or a Substance Use Disorder Professional Trainee (SUDPT) with a passion for human services. This is an exciting opportunity to be involved with an organization focused on a transformative path towards social change, creating pathways for rehabilitation, reintegration, and redemption.

Who we are - Our Mission
We empower justice-involved individuals to overcome adversity and reach their full potential.

For over 60 years, we have proudly serviced our clients with professionalism and empathy. We are a nationally recognized non-profit with 35+ locations across Washington state that provided a chance for change to over 9,500 individuals in 2024.

What We Offer

At Pioneer, our employees are important. That's why we offer a Total Rewards package that includes compensation and benefits to support employees' health, security, and balance.

Compensation:New hires for this position typically start between (SUDPT) $19.86 and $24.82 or (SUDP) $23.16 and $28.95 hourly depending on factors such as work location, experience, qualifications, skills, competencies, internal equity, and market conditions. While the full pay range is provided to support pay transparency, individual compensation will vary within the range based on these factors.Benefits:

Eligible after 30 days of full-time employment (minimum of 30 hours/week):

  • Medical
  • Flexible spending
  • Dental
  • Vision

Additional coverage after 60 days:

  • Life
  • AD&D
  • Disability

Other benefits:

  • Dependent Daycare Flexible Spending
  • Tuition assistance (100% for bachelor's, 50% for graduate programs)
  • Retirement plan (3.5% annual compensation contribution, plus 3.5% match for 6% individual contribution)
  • Employee recognition programs
  • Public transportation discount
  • Employee assistance program (EAP)

What you'll do
The Substance Use Disorder Professional (SUDP) Substance Use Disorder Professional Trainee (SUDPT) provides quality treatment services to clients with substance use disorders using evidence-based and promising practices. The SUDP/SUDPT ensures proper and timely documentation of treatment and case management services.

Primary/essential duties and responsibilities for a SUDP/SUDPT are but not limted to:

  • Under supervision of the Clinicial SUD Supervisor, provides evidence-based and/or promising substance use disorder services through counseling, pyscho-educational classes, process groups, problem-solving and case management in accordance with program policy and the clients' Individual Service Plan
  • Diagnoses substance use disorders in accordance with the most recently published Diagnostic and Statistical Manual (e.g. DSM-5) and ASAM requirements
  • Collaborates with other Pioneer behavioral healthcare providers and community partners based upon the clients' Individual Service Plan
  • Maintains and files complete and accurate documentation of all activities on a professional, self-directed basis according to applicable WACs, agency, and funder policies
  • Develops and maintains working knowledge of community resources
  • Assists first responders as needed (i.e. police and medical personnel
  • Must be available to perform the essential functions of this job whenever scheduled to work.
  • Attends shift/staff meetings and actively participates in planning, coordination and communication of all types, which will contribute to the delivery of quality professional services
  • Utilizes critical thinking and judgment to identify the most professional therapeutic reaction or intervention in client care
  • Documents observations in daily notes in accordance with program policy
  • Promotes and models teamwork and collaboration with coworkers
  • Ensures client and employee safety by maintaining, cleaning, and disposing of equipment and supplies according to policy and procedures
  • Maintains quality of care consistent with or exceeding standards set by federal, state, local, internal, and contract requirements
  • Assists in the development of treatment methodologies and educational offerings in accordance with client needs as determined by program leadership
  • Adheres to professional and ethical standards for behavioral health services
  • Retrieves client and program data as needed
  • Completes peer file audits to ensure accuracy and quality of documentation and services
  • Actively participates in agency supervision toward obtaining and maintaining licensure, in support of evidence-based practices, and in accordance with applicable WAC and RCW requirements
  • Obtains additional training required by applicable WACs and in accordance with annual training plan
  • For positions in 24-hour locations, obtains and maintains a valid Washington State Food Handler's permit within one week of hire
  • For positions in 24-hour locations, becomes CPR & First Aid certified within 90 days of hire (or as soon as possible) and maintains throughout employment

What you'll bring

SUDPT

  • Working toward Associate's Degree in mental health, behavioral health, or related human services field
  • Credentialed with the Department of Health as a Substance Use Disorder Professional Trainee (SUDPT) in the State of Washington in accordance with WAC 246-811

SUDP

  • Associate's Degree in mental health, behavioral health, or related human services field
  • Credentialed with the Department of Health as a Substance Use Disorder Professional (SUDP) in the State of Washington in accordance with WAC 246-811

Preferably you'll bring

SUDPT

  • Completed first 50 hours of direct supervised training
  • Bachelor's Degree in mental health, behavioral health, or related human services field
  • Course work, experience, or trainings in human development, chemical dependency, residential treatment or related disciplines
  • If designated by the work location, employee must have a valid driver's license, personal auto insurance, and a driver's abstract/driving record acceptable to Pioneer's auto insurance company. Employee must meet requirements of Pioneer's approved driver policy and guidelines.

SUDP

  • Bachelor's Degree in mental health, behavioral health, or related human services field
  • Experience working in substance use disorder field and/or residential services
  • If designated by the work location, employee must have a valid driver's license, personal auto insurance, and a driver's abstract/driving record acceptable to Pioneer's auto insurance company. Employee must meet requirements of Pioneer's approved driver policy and guidelines.

EEO

Pioneer human services is an equal opportunity employer of minorities/women/individuals with disabilities/protected veterans and does not unlawfully discriminate under federal, state, or local laws.All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, or protected veteran status. EEOC is the Law/EEO Policy Statement

Pioneer Human Services is a Drug-Free Company

Pioneer Human Services is a drug free company. This position has been deemed safety sensitive under RCW 49.44.240(3) and is subject to both pre-employment drug testing and drug testing during employment, to include testing for marijuana.

Employment Type: Full-Time