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ARC Community Services
Fond Du Lac, Wisconsin

SUD Counselor - Residential

CounselorIncludes callFull-Time

Compensation

Pay not disclosed

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Employment & setting
Full-Time
Call expectations
Includes call
Weekends
Not specified
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Job Description

  • vision of clinical services, coordination of care, and program compliance. Clinical Service Delivery Meet all DHS 75 requirements. Conduct comprehensive Substance Use Disorder (SUD) assessments and develop immediate treatment/continuing care plans upon a resident's arrival. Facilitate SUD treatment groups using designated evidence-based curricula. Provide weekly one-hour individual SUD counseling sessions. Develop Relapse Prevention and Continuing Care Plans with clients, updating them weekly. Treatment Coordination & Compliance Coordinate individual SUD treatment plans collaboratively with the resident, Program Manager, and Case Managers. Update treatment/continuing care plans and the ASAM level of care weekly, submitting them to the Clinical Supervisor for signature. Act as a consultant for substance use related crises. Work collaboratively with external SUD treatment agencies and manage community referrals.
  • vision and Program Support Supervise the pro
  • vision of any SUD treatment component delivered by other staff. Supervise any assigned substance abuse intern or volunteer under the direction of the Program Manager. Monitor and supervise residents and the facility environment. Serve as on-call staff and work assigned shifts to meet agency needs. Participate in all required clinical super
  • vision and training to maintain professional certification.

Qualifications

  • vision of SUD treatment components and assigned interns/volunteers (as noted in the responsibilities). Education Advanced Degree: MSW or related advanced degree preferred. Alternative Consideration: A BA in Social Work, or a related degree, will be considered with demonstrated work experience and knowledge.

What We Offer Purpose That Matters Lead a program that transforms lives. Every decision you make, every moment you lead, will ripple out to create hope and healing for mothers and their infants. Room to Grow Your growth matters as much as theirs. We invest in you through ongoing training, professional development, and collaboration with a passionate, mission-driven team. A Culture of Care Join a community that values your expertise and empowers you to make a difference every single day. Here, your voice matters, and your leadership inspires change.

Benefits That Support You Enjoy competitive pay, generous time off, retirement plans, and the peace of mind that comes with working in a supportive environment. Ready to lead with purpose?

Key Responsibilities

The counselor will conduct comprehensive SUD assessments, facilitate evidence-based treatment groups, and provide individual counseling sessions. They are also responsible for coordinating care, maintaining program compliance, and supervising assigned staff or interns.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a current substance abuse counselor certification and have at least one year of experience working with offender populations. An advanced degree in social work or a related field is preferred, though a bachelor's degree with relevant experience will be considered.

Qualifications

Education
Bachelor degree
Experience
2+ years of experience

Key Skills

Substance use disorder counselingMotivational interviewingCognitive behavioral therapyASAM criteriaDSM-5-TRTrauma-informed careGender responsive programmingClinical assessmentTreatment planningCrisis interventionCase managementStaff supervisionReporting

Substance Use Disorder Counseling — Counselor Career Context

Of the 50 active Substance Use / Addiction Counselor listings this role was benchmarked against, 10% are remote, 30% have no call, 84% require no weekends.

The cost-of-living index for Wisconsin is 94.1 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 60.7% of Wisconsin clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

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Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks42 jobs · 39 employers

401k / retirement match
95% this job
CME allowance
67%
Loan repayment
48%
PSLF eligible
38%
Sign-on bonus
33%

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Work-life snapshot

3.0/ 10
Listing-based score
  • Includes call

Living in Fond du Lac

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$254k
Typical market rent
$1,138/mo
Residents’ average commute
19 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
91.6
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.

BEA 2024 · Fond du Lac, WI metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

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

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About ARC Community Services

Hospitals and Health Care
Madison, Wisconsin
51-200 employees

Benefits & Perks

Competitive Pay
Generous Time Off
Retirement Plans
Supportive Environment
Ongoing Training
Professional Development