Substance Use Disorder (SUD) Counselor

CounselorFull-Time

Listed compensation

Salary Range: $27.00/hr

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Full-Time
Call expectations
Not specified
Weekends
Not specified
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Job Description

  • vision. Job Description: We are currently seeking a passionate and dedicated Substance Abuse Counselor to join our team on a full-time basis. The Substance Abuse Counselor will play a crucial role in providing substance abuse counseling services to adult Correctional Clients, facilitating group sessions, and implementing evidence-based treatment interventions. This position requires a compassionate individual with strong interpersonal skills and a commitment to supporting individuals on their journey to recovery. Duties 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. · Evaluate client participation by monitoring behavior, attitude, and progress.

Qualifications

Education & Work Experience: · Associate Degree in Human Services, Criminal Justice, Social Work or related field required. Bachelor's Degree preferred. · Substance Abuse Counselor (SAC-IT, SAC or CSAC) credentials through the state of WI. · 1 year of experience in counseling. · 1 year of experience working with correctional/AODA clients. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: · Demonstrated ability working with individuals from diverse backgrounds; culturally competent. · Proficient in Microsoft Office, email, and internet. · Ability to maintain the utmost confidentiality of all agency information. · Ability to interact with staff, clients, and agents in an effective manner while maintaining professional boundaries. This is a full-time position with competitive salary and full benefits package, including health insurance, retirement plans, and vacation and sick time. Employment in ATTIC makes you eligible for Public Loan Forgiveness(subject to individual loan terms). Join our team and make a meaningful difference in the lives of individuals and families affected by substance abuse in the Wausau, WI area.

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  • ability, arrest or conviction record, sexual orientation, marital status or pregnancy, political belief, or affiliation, military participation, or use or non use of lawful products off the employer’s premises during working hours. All employees are expected to support goals and programmatic activities relating to nondiscrimination in employment. No otherwise qualified applicant for service or service participant shall be excluded from participation, be denied benefits, or otherwise be subject to discrimination in any manner on the basis of race, color, national origin or ancestry, age, sex, dis
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  • ability. Under the Food Stamp Act and USDA policy, discrimination is prohibited also on the basis of religion, political beliefs or affiliation. This policy covers eligibility for the access to service delivery, and treatment in all of our programs and activities. As a Federal Contractor, ACS supports Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 which prohibits discrimination of qualified individuals with disabilities, and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974 which prohibits discrimination of covered veterans; and requires affirmative action in all personnel practices for qualified individuals with disabilities and for covered veterans. #HP

Key Responsibilities

The Substance Abuse Counselor will provide counseling services to correctional clients, facilitate group sessions, and implement evidence-based treatment interventions. Responsibilities also include developing individual treatment plans and maintaining accurate records of client progress and services provided.

Requirements

Candidates must hold an Associate Degree in Human Services, Criminal Justice, Social Work, or a related field, with a Bachelor's Degree preferred. Applicants are required to possess Substance Abuse Counselor (SAC-IT, SAC, or CSAC) credentials through the state of Wisconsin and have at least one year of experience in counseling and correctional/AODA settings.

Qualifications

Education
Bachelor degree

Key Skills

Treatment planningCase managementGroup facilitationEvidence-based interventionsRecord keepingIntake assessmentBehavioral monitoringCrisis interventionCultural competenceCorrectional counseling

Addiction Medicine — Counselor Career Context

Of the 50 active Substance Use / Addiction Counselor listings this role was benchmarked against, 34% are remote, 40% have no call, 68% require no weekends.

The cost-of-living index for Wisconsin is 94.1 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$56k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $60k in an average-cost state. 60.7% of Wisconsin clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

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Work-life snapshot

3.0/ 10
Listing-based score

Living in Wausau

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$231k
Typical market rent
$961/mo
Residents’ average commute
15 min
State income tax
Up to 7.7%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026), Zillow market rents (Aug 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.

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About Attic Correctional Services

Civic and Social Organizations
51-200 employees

Benefits & Perks

Health Insurance
Retirement Plans
Vacation
Sick Time
Public Loan Forgiveness Eligible