Substance Use Disorder Counselor

Job Description

Job Description

Lutheran Social Services (LSS) Fahrman Center is actively seeking a passionate and dedicated Substance Use Disorder Counselor to join our residential treatment team. Our 42-bed adult facility provides evidence-based, client-centered addiction treatment for both men and women in a supportive, home-like environment. Services include a wide range of therapeutic options, aftercare planning, family programming, and halfway house support.

We’re looking for candidates who hold a valid Substance Abuse Counselor - In Training (SAC-IT) credential from the Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services and are ready to make a meaningful impact.

This is a full-time, benefit eligible position.

SAC-IT - $22.75 per hour

SAC- $26 per hour

CSAC- $28 per hour

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
This list of duties and responsibilities is not all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties and responsibilities, as management may deem necessary from time to time.

• Provides addiction counseling with supervision and/or case management services to clients in an outpatient, residential or case management setting.
• Completes assessments, diagnostics, screening and referral. Obtains required additional supervision if using UPC, ASAM, AODA assessments such as SUDDs or DSM/ICD 10 criteria.
• Provides Employment Specialist services to clients as needed.
• Prepares and completes all required documentation according to state, federal and agency standards in a timely manner.
• Coordinates, plans and facilitates client sessions, including group and individual services.
• Provides a high level of excellence in communication internally and to our external partners, both written and verbal.
• May provide outreach and education to the public/market services.
• Provides a high level of case management services and coordinates the various social, community and mental health services received by clients.
• Attends and participates in staff development programs, including in-services training, staff meetings, clinical supervision meetings, and similar opportunities.
• Provides all services in a timely manner according to program, licensing and contractual requirements.
• Establishes and maintains effective public and working relationships and collateral contracts.
• Serves as a positive role-model for clients and their families.
• Performs other duties as required.

PERKS:

• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
• By being employed with LSS, which is a non-profit agency, you can be eligible for loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program.
• Loans are eligible to be forgiven after 10 years of on-time and consistent payments through the income-based re-payment plan.
• LSS Clinical Managers (View email address on ziprecruiter.com) and Human Capital employees can assist you in applying for this benefit.
• Licensure and Exam Fees
  • If the employee has been with LSS for 1 year prior, they will receive full reimbursement for licensure and/or exam costs for your first attempt. LSS also pays for bi-annual renewals.
  • If the employee is considered part-time, LSS will pay for half of the associated licensure and exam costs for your first attempt. LSS also pays for bi-annual renewals.
• It is required for your position to maintain a state license in a mental health or substance abuse related field.
• Clinical Supervision and Consultation
• We offer a free, robust clinical supervision experience for any type of licensure that focuses not only on client needs, but employee development.
• Training
• LSS is focused on the continued growth of our employees and ensuring we provide high quality services.
• LSS employees are eligible for receiving internal as well as financial support for external trainings to support your growth and required Continuing Education (CEU) credits.
• Flexibility
• LSS is a family/employee-focused agency which values work-life balance.
• Employees can adjust their schedules to accommodate personal commitments by flexing their schedule or utilizing time off.
• Benefits Package
• 10 paid holidays (ex: Christmas Eve, MLK Jr. Day, Memorial Day, etc.)
• 2 personal days
• Sick & Vacation Time
• Retirement – 403b Match
• LSS makes annual raises and additional bonuses a priority for employees

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:
• Associate's Degree in a human-service or correctional field required, bachelor's degree preferred but not required.
• A minimum of 1 year of experience working with a correctional population preferred.
• Working knowledge of addictions and recovery, counseling and case management principles and methods.
• Knowledge of the federal, state, and local rules and regulations governing the delivery of AODA services.
• Ability to provide professional addictions services to clients and their families.
• Possession of a valid SAC-IT when performing AODA duties or experience/commensurate degree for case management services.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:
• Must have a valid driver’s license and have reliable transportation to perform the essential duties of the role; a motor vehicle check (MVR) with a satisfactory driving record per the LSS Driver Safety Procedure is required, and ability to meet LSS auto insurance requirements.
• Possession of a valid SAC-IT when performing AODA duties or experience/commensurate degree for case management services.

TRAVEL: Ability to travel on day trips as required up to 25%. Some overnight travel may be required.

LSS is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).