Licensed Professional Counselor

The LPC, LCSW, and/or MFT is responsible for the assessment, treatment, support, and follow-up of patients with substance use disorders and co-occurring mental health conditions.

This individual functions as a key member of the interdisciplinary care team, ensuring coordinated, patient-centered care that aligns with evidence-based practices.

The LPC, LWSW, and/or MFT supports the organization’s commitment to integrated behavioral health by delivering high-quality therapeutic interventions, maintaining compliance with regulatory standards, and promoting recovery-oriented outcomes.

Essential Job Functions

1. Performs and documents comprehensive assessments and client-centered therapeutic services that address the intellectual, psychosocial, physical, and spiritual needs of patients and their families.

2. Provides substance use disorder and co-occurring mental health treatment using a variety of evidence-based modalities through both group and individual therapy sessions to meet the diverse needs of the patient population.

3. Maintains clinical documentation and records in accordance with organizational policies, as well as applicable state and federal regulations and standards.

4. Collaborates with patients, families, internal care teams, referral sources, and community partners to develop and implement individualized treatment plans that promote recovery and well-being.

5. Submits accurate and timely billing and documentation to support revenue cycle functions and meet financial targets for the service line.

6. Educates patients, families, colleagues, and the broader community on substance use, co-occurring disorders, and available treatment options to improve community health outcomes.

7. Participates in ongoing training and education of colleagues and team members to support high-quality patient care and maintain professional standards.

8. Maintains strict adherence to scheduled work hours with regular and reliable attendance.

9. Performs other duties as assigned.

Education and Experience

1. Licensed Professional Counselor

1. Master’s degree or doctorate degree in a field eligible for licensure as a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC).

2. Master’s degree level - 3000 hours of professional counseling practice, including 1000 hours of face-to-face client contact.

3. Doctorate degree level - 1000 hours of full-time professional counseling practice.

4. Verification of passing score of an exam approved by the Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services professional counselor section.

2. Licensed Clinical Social Worker

1. Master’s degree or doctorate degree in a field eligible for licensure as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW).

2. 3000 hours of professional clinical social worker practice, including 1000 hours of face-to-face client contact.

3. Verification of passing score of the Wisconsin Statutes and Rules exam, and of the Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB) Clinical Exam.

3. Marriage and Family Therapist

1. Master’s degree in a field eligible for licensure as a Marriage and Family Therapist (MFT).

2. 3000 hours of professional counseling practice, including 1000 hours of face-to-face client contact.

3. Verification of passing score of an examination approved by the Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services marriage and family therapist section.

4. Minimum of two years of clinical experience in behavioral health providing both group and individual therapy, with a strong preference for experience treating co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders.

Certifications / Licenses

1. Active licensure as a Licensed Professional Counselor, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, or Marriage and Family Therapist.

2. Basic Life Support (BLS) certification at time of hire, or within three-months of employment.

3. Valid Wisconsin Driver’s License required with an acceptable motor vehicle record (MVR), per FHC guidelines.

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