Substance Use Counselor - Bilingual

Acadia•Milwaukee, WI

11d•Onsite

About The Position

10th Street CTC, located in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, is part of Acadia Healthcare's Comprehensive Treatment Centers, a provider of medication-assisted treatment. The counseling team provides compassionate, high-quality counseling and therapy to patients seeking recovery from Opioid Use Disorder. The Substance Use Counselor provides individual and group counseling, helps plan and oversee patient recovery, and supports individualized care in an outpatient MAT opioid treatment program. The role is full time, 36 hours per week, Monday through Friday from 5:00 AM to 12:30 PM, with occasional Sundays from 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM. The position requires bilingual Spanish skills and at least an associate degree in a social or health services field from an accredited college or university. SACIT or eligibility is required; the employer also considers SAC, CSAC, LPC, LMFT, and LCSW credentials. Candidates should have relevant experience in addiction recovery or behavioral health settings and familiarity with MAT, counseling approaches, clinical documentation, applicable regulatory standards, and multidisciplinary teamwork.

Requirements

Minimum associate degree in a social or health services field from an accredited college or university.
Bilingual Spanish skills required.
SACIT or eligibility required.
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 focused on substance use recovery.
Knowledge of evidence-based practices, including 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, such as 42 CFR Part 2, HIPAA, and Joint Commission standards.
Experience collaborating with a multidisciplinary team that includes medical staff, case managers, and peer support specialists.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's or master's degree in a social or health services field is preferred.
The employer also considers SAC, CSAC, LPC, LMFT, and 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 in a timely, clear, and concise manner.
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 to patients as needed.
Provide case management to ensure individualized quality care as needed.
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 at no cost to employees.
Free, unlimited access to more than 500 accredited Continuing Education Units (CEUs).
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) offering continued support for employee lifestyle and well-being.
Early morning hours offering work/life balance.
Opportunity for growth.
Eligible positions may qualify for student loan forgiveness through HRSA, depending on clinic site eligibility.