Substance Use Counselor

West Milwaukee Comprehensive Treatment Center•Milwaukee, WI

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About The Position

West Milwaukee Comprehensive Treatment Center (CTC), part of Acadia Healthcare's Comprehensive Treatment Centers, is seeking a Substance Use Counselor for its outpatient medication-assisted treatment (MAT) opioid treatment program in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. The counseling team provides compassionate, high-quality counseling and therapy to patients seeking recovery from Opioid Use Disorder. The role provides individual and group counseling, supports and documents patients’ recovery, and coordinates individualized care. The full-time schedule is Monday through Friday, 5:00 AM to 1:30 PM.

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 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 regulatory standards such as 42 CFR Part 2, HIPAA, and Joint Commission standards.
Experience collaborating with multidisciplinary teams that include medical staff, case managers, and peer support specialists.
SACIT certification or eligibility 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 related to 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 appropriate.
Provide crisis intervention to patients as needed.
Provide case management to support 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 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 described as offering work/life balance.
Opportunity for growth.
Eligible positions may qualify for student loan forgiveness through HRSA, depending on clinic site eligibility.