Substance Use Disorder Counselor

Key Responsibilities

The Substance Use Disorder Counselor provides direct therapeutic and recovery services to individuals and families affected by substance use, including conducting screenings, assessments, and developing treatment plans aligned with DHS Chapter 75 requirements. This role involves providing individual, group, family, and couples counseling, maintaining clinical records, coordinating external services, and delivering educational presentations on substance use and recovery.

Requirements

Required qualifications include certification as a Substance Abuse Counselor (SAC) or SAC-IT in Wisconsin, a minimum of an associate degree in a human services field, and a valid driver's license. Preferred qualifications include a Bachelor's degree and one to two years of experience providing substance use counseling in a clinical setting.

Qualifications

Education

Bachelor degree

Key Skills