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Madison East Comprehensive Treatment Center

Substance Use Counselor - SACIT

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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

Substance Use Counselor - SACIT Madison East Comprehensive Treatment Center - 2.4 Madison, WI Job Details Full-time 16 hours ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Vision insurance Loan forgiveness Qualifications Interdisciplinary collaboration in health services social work Individual therapy Care documentation State healthcare regulations Substance abuse counseling Evidence-based practice Substance abuse Multidisciplinary team collaboration for treatment planning Patient counseling Medication-assisted substance abuse treatment Patient treatment Experience working with individuals with substance use disorders Associate's degree Group counseling Therapy progress note documentation Group therapy instruction
Full Job Description Overview:
Seeking:
Substance Use Counselor -
SAC, SACIT, CSAC, LPC Full Time Hours:
Monday -
Friday:
5:00 AM to 1:30
PM Our Benefits:
Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance Paid vacation and sick time Competitive 401(k) plan
Hybrid Flexiblity Semi-Annual Bonus Program Our Team:
Madison East Comprehensive Treatment Center (CTC), located in Madison,WI,, is part of Acadia Healthcare's Comprehensive Treatment Centers, the leading provider of medication-assisted treatment in the nation. Our counseling team provides compassionate, high-quality counseling and therapy to patients that are seeking recovery from Opioid Use Disorder.
Job Responsibilities:
Provide high quality, compassionate guidance in both individual and group counseling sessions. Plan, oversee, facilitate and document patient's recovery. Co-facilitate assigned group or family sessions as needed. Ensure all documentation regarding patient care, treatment, and incidents is completed timely and in a clear, concise manner. Prepare individual treatment plans for each assigned patient. Initial assessments as well as follow up assessments. Evaluate patient needs and determine if referrals to other programs or facilities are needed. May plan for aftercare for assigned patients. Provide crisis intervention to patients, as needed. Provide case management duties for patients, ensuring individualized quality care as needed. Act as a liaison between referral sources and patients, as needed. Eligible positions may qualify for student loan forgiveness through HRSA, depending on clinic site eligibility.
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HRSA Eligibility Qualifications:
Required Education, Skills and Qualifications:
Minimum of an Associate's Degree in social or health services field required; Prefer Bachelor's or Master's degree in social or health services field; Degree must be 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. Documentation experience, including maintaining clinical notes, treatment plans, and progress updates in accordance with state and federal guidelines. Familiarity with state regulatory standards (e.g., 42 CFR Part 2, HIPAA, Joint Commission standards). Experience collaborating in a multidisciplinary team with medical staff, case managers, and peer support specialists.
Licenses/Certifications:
SACIT or eligible is required Also considering:
SAC, CSAC, LPC, LMFT, & LCSW
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. AHCTC #LI-CTC #LI-BS1