Substance Abuse Counselor - In Training

25 days ago
Janesville, WisconsinPart TimeCounselor
✓ No Call✓ No Weekends

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Job Description

About the Role

Join Lutheran Social Services of WI & Upper MI as a Substance Abuse Counselor – Part-Time, Training Position in United States.

Key Responsibilities

  • Facilitate curriculum‑based psychoeducation groups
  • Complete intake, screening, and assessment tools (with supervision as required)
  • Provide addiction counseling and basic case management services
  • Maintain timely, accurate documentation in compliance with state, federal, and agency standards

Requirements

  • Associate degree or higher in human services or related field
  • Valid WI credential: SAC‑IT, SAC, or CSAC
  • Knowledge of substance use disorders, recovery principles, and case management
  • Experience with correctional populations preferred

Benefits & Compensation

  • 401(k) with employer match.

Work Schedule

  • Part-Time position.
  • No explicit call, weekend, or night shift information provided.

Apply to join Lutheran Social Services of WI & Upper MI as a Substance Abuse Counselor – Part-Time, Training Position.

Key Skills

Substance abuse counselingGroup therapyPsychoeducationIntake assessmentScreeningCase managementDocumentationAddiction counselingRecovery principlesCommunicationInterpersonal skills
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Position Insights

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Substance Abuse Counselor - In Training at Lutheran Social Services of WI & Upper MI a 6.0 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the top 35% of all Addiction Medicine physician listings evaluated on our platform. Contributing factors include no on-call duties, no weekend requirements.

This score reflects a generally positive work environment with some areas for improvement. Clinicians should evaluate scheduling and workload expectations carefully.

Addiction Medicine — Physician Career Context

This Addiction Medicine position at Lutheran Social Services of WI & Upper MI is open to physician candidates.

Physicians (MD/DO) are in high demand across healthcare settings, with growing interest in positions that offer sustainable schedules and reduced administrative burden.

Location & Logistics

This position is based in Janesville, Wisconsin.

Why This Position Stands Out

  • No on-call requirements — clinicians are completely off-duty after hours
  • No weekend shifts — preserving personal and family time

Skills, Responsibilities & Benefits

Key skills and qualifications: Substance abuse counseling, Group therapy, Psychoeducation, Intake assessment, Screening, Case management, Documentation, Addiction counseling. Candidates with experience in these areas may be especially well-suited for this Addiction Medicine role.

Core responsibilities: The Substance Abuse Counselor will facilitate curriculum-based psychoeducation groups and provide addiction counseling services. They are also responsible for completing intake assessments and maintaining accurate documentation in compliance with agency standards.

Benefits package: Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance, Life and Disability Insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts, 403(b) Retirement Plan with Company Match, Paid Time Off, Calm Wellness App – Premium Access, Early Earned Wage Access with UKG Wallet, Identity Theft Protection. A comprehensive benefits package is an important factor in evaluating total compensation beyond base salary.

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About Lutheran Social Services of WI & Upper MI

Non-profit Organization Management
West Allis, Wisconsin
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Benefits & Perks

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
Life and Disability Insurance
Flexible Spending Accounts
403(b) Retirement Plan with Company Match
Paid Time Off
Calm Wellness App – Premium Access
Early Earned Wage Access with UKG Wallet
Identity Theft Protection
6.0

Work-Life Balance Score

Top 50%

Protective Factors (2)

No on-call (β=6.95; p<0.001 for ↓ exhaustion)

No weekends (57% ↓ work-life conflict)

Interpretation: Position shows moderate burnout protection with 2 validated protective factors.

Job Details

Employment Type

Part-time

Posted

25d ago