Substance Use Disorder Counselor (SAC-IT, SAC, CSAC) - Fully Remote

Overview

Outpatient MAT Opioid Treatment Program - Fully Remote (Wisconsin)

Seeking: Substance Use Disorder Counselor

SAC-IT, SAC, CSAC, LPC, LMFT, & LCSW

Our Team

Acadia Healthcare's Comprehensive Treatment Centers (CTCs) proudly operate 15 outpatient Opioid Treatment Programs (OTPs) across Wisconsin. As the nation's leader in medication-assisted treatment (MAT), our compassionate counseling teams provide high-quality care and therapy to individuals on their journey to recovery from Opioid Use Disorder (OUD).

Full Time Remote Schedule: Monday - Friday: 5:30 AM - 1:00 PM, fully remote via telehealth

• Before the fully remote schedule goes into effect: Remote hires may be required to complete the initial on-site training period at one of our 15 CTC clinics in Wisconsin (ranging from 60-90 days)
• Experience: Considering c andidates with extensive clinical telehealth experience and active credentials in the state of WI
  
  

Your Job As a Substance Use Disorder Counselor

The Substance Use Disorder Counselor is instrumental in our patient’s treatment and recovery from opioid use disorder. Substance Use Disorder Counselors provide high quality, compassionate care through various mediums which include both individual and group counseling sessions.

Our Benefits

• Semi-Annual Bonus Program
• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
• Competitive 401(k) plan
• Paid vacation and sick time
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) offering continued support to employee lifestyle and well-being
  
  

Additional Benefits Of Joining Our Clinical Team

• Consistent schedule - early in and out times offering a great work/life balance
• Opportunity for growth and advancement - c lear, climbable structure into Counselor Levels (1-5) based on education, credentials, and years of experience
• Employer-paid clinical supervision - free to employees!
• Free and unlimited access to 500 accredited Continuing Education Units (CEUs) - enhance your clinical knowledge and stay informed on evolving treatment approaches
• STAR LRP Student Loan Forgiveness providing clinicians with access to help pay off federal student loans, allowing them to concentrate on patient-centered care
• Being the catalyst for change - empowering individuals overcome SUD and make a daily life-saving impact!
  
  

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.
  
  

Qualifications

Required Education, Skills and Qualifications:

• Minimum of an Associate’s Degree in s ocial or h ealth s ervices f ield required;
• Prefer Bachelor's or Master’s degree in social or health services field;
• Degree must be from an accredited college or university.
• Prior experience and knowledge in an addiction recovery and/or MAT (medication assisted treatment) environment . 
• Considering c andidates with extensive clinical telehealth experience and active credentials in the state of WI
  
  

Licenses/Certifications: 

• SACIT or eligible is required (Wisconsin)
• 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.

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