Substance Use Counselor

Sheboygan Comprehensive Treatment Center•Sheboygan, WI

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About The Position

Sheboygan Comprehensive Treatment Center (CTC), part of Acadia Healthcare’s Comprehensive Treatment Centers, provides medication-assisted treatment for patients seeking recovery from Opioid Use Disorder. The Substance Use Counselor provides compassionate, high-quality counseling and therapy in an outpatient MAT program. This is a full-time position scheduled for 36 hours per week. Regular hours are Monday through Friday, 5:00 AM–1:00 PM, with an every-fifth-weekend rotation: Saturday, 5:15 AM–9:15 AM, and Sunday, 5:15 AM–8:15 AM. The role provides individual and group counseling, develops and documents treatment plans, assesses patient needs, and coordinates referrals and case management as needed.

Requirements

At least an associate degree in a social or health services field from an accredited college or university.
Previous experience in addiction recovery or behavioral health settings, such as outpatient, residential, or correctional facilities.
Familiarity with Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT), including methadone, buprenorphine, and naltrexone.
Experience conducting individual and group counseling sessions focused on substance use recovery.
Knowledge of evidence-based practices such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), and relapse prevention techniques.
Experience maintaining clinical notes, treatment plans, and progress updates in accordance with state and federal guidelines.
Familiarity with state regulatory standards, including 42 CFR Part 2, HIPAA, and Joint Commission standards.
Experience collaborating with multidisciplinary teams that include medical staff, case managers, and peer support specialists.
SAC-IT or eligibility for SAC-IT is required.

Nice To Haves

A bachelor’s or master’s degree in a social or health services field is preferred.
The employer is also considering candidates with SAC, CSAC, LPC, LMFT, or LCSW credentials.

Responsibilities

Provide compassionate guidance in individual and group counseling sessions.
Plan, oversee, facilitate, and document patients’ recovery.
Co-facilitate assigned group or family sessions as needed.
Complete documentation regarding patient care, treatment, and incidents accurately and promptly.
Prepare individual treatment plans for assigned patients.
Conduct initial and follow-up assessments.
Evaluate patient needs and determine whether referrals to other programs or facilities are needed.
Plan aftercare for assigned patients as needed.
Provide crisis intervention as needed.
Perform case management duties to ensure individualized, quality patient care.
Act as a liaison between referral sources and patients as needed.

Benefits

Semi-annual bonus program.
Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
Competitive 401(k) plan.
Paid vacation and sick time.
Employer-paid clinical supervision.
Free, unlimited access to more than 500 accredited Continuing Education Units (CEUs).
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) supporting employee lifestyle and well-being.
Early morning hours offering work/life balance.
Opportunity for career growth.
Eligible positions may qualify for student loan forgiveness through HRSA, depending on clinic-site eligibility.