SUD Group Counselor

CounselorNo weekendsFull-time

Listed compensation

$40-$45/hr

The week · per this posting · Monday – Friday

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Posted 7mo ago

Job Description

We Just Raised Our Pay Rates—Your Expertise Deserves It! Plus an option to earn additional compensation in the form of a quarterly bonus!

Wood Violet Recovery is looking for a CSAC to help lead our therapeutic and educational group programming for our Substance Use Disorder (SUD) program. This role is ideal for someone who excels in group facilitation and enjoys a structured, collaborative clinical environment. A very small individual caseload (0–5 clients) may be assigned.

Schedule: * Monday-Friday

  • 8:30am–5:00pm

What You'll Do

  • Lead daily therapeutic, educational, and process groups (primary duty).
  • Maintain group curriculum and documentation.
  • Provide minimal individual counseling as needed.
  • Participate in treatment planning and interdisciplinary team meetings.
  • Support client engagement, safety, and progress.

What You'll Bring

  • Active CSAC in the state of Wisconsin (required).
  • High school diploma or equivalent.
  • 1+ year experience working with individuals with substance use disorders.
  • Valid WI Driver’s License.
  • Ability to pass background checks and drug screen.
  • CPR/First Aid (or willingness to obtain).

Benefits & More

  • Quarterly bonus opportunity!
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance after 60 days!
  • 401k with 3% company match!
  • PTO starts accruing on day one + paid holidays and sick time!
  • Free daily meal from our on-site kitchen!

Join us and make a meaningful impact through group-based recovery work. Apply today!

At Wood Violet Recovery, we believe in the power of people—and that includes our team. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and are committed to building a diverse, inclusive environment for all.

Key Responsibilities

The primary duty involves leading daily therapeutic, educational, and process groups for the Substance Use Disorder program while maintaining the group curriculum and documentation. This role also includes providing minimal individual counseling as needed and participating in treatment planning and team meetings.

Requirements

Applicants must possess an active CSAC certification in Wisconsin, a high school diploma or equivalent, and at least one year of experience working with individuals with substance use disorders. A valid WI Driver's License and the ability to pass background checks and drug screening are also mandatory.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure

Key Skills

Therapeutic Group LeadershipEducational Group LeadershipProcess Group LeadershipCurriculum MaintenanceInterdisciplinary Team ParticipationClient SafetyClient Progress Support

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates SUD Group Counselor at Sunshine Behavioral Health a 6.6 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the top 25% in General Medicine (Counseling) — ranked against 63 active General Medicine (Counseling) listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no weekend requirements.

General Medicine — Counselor Career Context

Of the 44 active General Medicine listings this role was benchmarked against, 77% are remote, 41% have no call, 70% require no weekends.

General Medicine pay on WeekdayDoc is up 4.1% vs. the prior quarter (through May 2026).

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401k / retirement match
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Sign-on bonus
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CME allowance
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Loan repayment
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PSLF eligible
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  • No weekends
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About Sunshine Behavioral Health

Medical Practices
San Juan Capistrano, California
51-200 employees

Benefits & Perks

Quarterly Bonus
Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401k
Paid Time Off
Paid Holidays
Sick Time