Substance Abuse Counselor-Wausau

ATTIC CORRECTIONAL SERVICES

3 days ago

Wausau, Wisconsin$27/hrFull TimeAddiction Medicine

✓ No Call✓ No Weekends✓ No Nights

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Job Description

Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Eligible

This position qualifies for federal student loan forgiveness. After 10 years of qualifying payments while working full-time for a nonprofit employer, the remaining balance on your Direct Loans may be forgiven.

About the Role

Join ATTIC CORRECTIONAL SERVICES INC as a Substance Abuse Counselor – Wausau, WI in United States. Job DetailsLevel: ExperiencedJob Location: Wausau - Wausau, WI 54401Position Type: Full TimeEducation Level: 2 Year DegreeSalary Range: $27.00 - $27.

Key Responsibilities

include, but are not limited to · Develop treatment plans based on each client's individual needs.

· Complete and maintain accurate records of progress, services provided, treatment plan, and other required information.

· Counsel clients in group sessions, using the approved curriculum provided.

· Conduct orientation intake sessions of individuals referred to the program.

Requirements

time position with competitive salary and full

Benefits & Compensation

Salary: $27/hr

Student loan repayment assistance.

PSLF eligible (Public Service Loan Forgiveness).

Work Schedule

Full-Time position.

Day shift only - no nights.

Flexible scheduling available.

This position offers day shifts only, student loan benefits. Work with ATTIC CORRECTIONAL SERVICES INC in United States.

Key Skills

Substance abuse counselingTreatment planningGroup facilitationRecord keepingIntake assessmentBehavioral monitoringCrisis interventionCultural competenceMicrosoft OfficeConfidentialityProfessional boundariesAODA counseling

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Position Insights

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Substance Abuse Counselor-Wausau at ATTIC CORRECTIONAL SERVICES a 6.0 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the top 35% of all Addiction Medicine physician listings evaluated on our platform. Contributing factors include no on-call duties, no weekend requirements, no night shifts.

This score reflects a generally positive work environment with some areas for improvement. Clinicians should evaluate scheduling and workload expectations carefully.

Addiction Medicine — Physician Career Context

This Addiction Medicine position at ATTIC CORRECTIONAL SERVICES is open to physician candidates.

Physicians (MD/DO) are in high demand across healthcare settings, with growing interest in positions that offer sustainable schedules and reduced administrative burden.

Compensation Analysis

This employer qualifies for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF). Eligible clinicians can have their remaining federal student loan balance forgiven after 120 qualifying monthly payments (10 years). For physicians and advanced practice providers carrying significant educational debt, PSLF eligibility can represent hundreds of thousands of dollars in long-term financial benefit.

This position also offers production-based compensation: $27 per hourly. Production bonuses can significantly increase total earnings above the stated base salary range.

Location & Logistics

This position is based in Wausau, Wisconsin.

Why This Position Stands Out

No on-call requirements — clinicians are completely off-duty after hours
No weekend shifts — preserving personal and family time
No night shifts — a daytime-only schedule
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible

Skills, Responsibilities & Benefits

Key skills and qualifications: Substance abuse counseling, Treatment planning, Group facilitation, Record keeping, Intake assessment, Behavioral monitoring, Crisis intervention, Cultural competence. Candidates with experience in these areas may be especially well-suited for this Addiction Medicine role.

Core responsibilities: The counselor will provide substance abuse counseling services, facilitate group sessions, and implement evidence-based treatment interventions. They are also responsible for developing treatment plans and maintaining accurate client records.

Benefits package: Health Insurance, Retirement Plans, Vacation and Sick Time, Public Loan Forgiveness Eligibility. A comprehensive benefits package is an important factor in evaluating total compensation beyond base salary.

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