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Shorewood Behavioral Health

Counselor/SAC/SAC-IT

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What they do

A Substance Abuse Counselor counsels people struggling with addictions to alcohol, drugs or other substances. Assists clients in dealing with personal and professional problems related to substance abuse. Collaborates with other health care and mental health care professionals to coordinate services for clients, and works with families of substance abusers. May work in a clinic, health care facility or community based program, or work with clients referred through the criminal justice system.

$27,646 / year median in Wisconsin

+18% projected growth

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Job Description

Overview Seeking:
Substance Use Counselor - SAC, SACIT, CSAC, LPC Full time hours Why Join
  • Competitive compensation with industry leading annual performance-based bonus opportunity
  • Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401(k) with company match to support your financial future
  • Generous paid time off for vacation, sick days, and holidays
  • Professional development & leadership training to sharpen your skills The Substance Use Counselor is instrumental in our patient's treatment and recovery from opioid use disorder.
Substance Use Counselors provide high quality, compassionate care through various mediums which include both individual and group counseling sessions. Responsibilities
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Conduct individual counseling sessions and group or family sessions, under supervision, as scheduled and document as required. May co-facilitate assigned group or family sessions and assist with modifying problem behaviors. May be responsible for initial assessments, as well as follow up assessment for patients. Prepare individual treatment plan for each assigned patient. Ensure all documentation regarding patient care, treatment and incidents are completed timely and in a clear concise manner. Assist with modifying problem behaviors and may also provide counseling services to families of patients. Act as a liaison between referral sources and patient. Provide crisis intervention to patient, as needed. May plan for aftercare for assigned patient. May act as a liaison with insurance carriers, as requested. May provide case management duties for patient, ensuring individualized quality care. Evaluate the needs of the patient and determine if referrals to other programs or facilities is needed. Demonstrate a positive, empathetic and professional attitude towards customers always. When patient needs are not met, acknowledge and work to resolve complaints. Recognize that patient safety is a top priority.
OTHER FUNCTIONS
  • Perform other functions and tasks as assigned.
Qualifications
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/SKILL REQUIREMENTS
High School diploma or equivalent required. Bachelor's degree in social or health services field from an accredited college or university preferred. Two or more years' experience in counseling field is required; OR Bachelor's degree in other field required and; Four or more years' experience in the counseling field; OR Master's degree in social or health services field required and one or more years' professional work experience.
LICENSES/DESIGNATIONS/CERTIFICATIONS
Licensure or certification for counseling may be required by the state in which the facility operates. CPR and de-escalation/restraint certification required (training available upon hire and offered by facility). First aid may be required based on state or facility.
ADDITIONAL REGULATORY REQUIREMENTS
Complete or ongoing education and training, as required by the state in which the facility operates and applicable accrediting body While this job description is intended to be an accurate reflection of the requirements of the job, management reserves the right to add or remove duties from particular jobs when circumstances (e.g. emergencies, changes in workload, rush jobs or technological developments) dictate. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment regardless of an individual's characteristics protected by applicable state, federal and local laws. SHOR01 #LI-SWBH