Substance Abuse Counselor-REECC
Listed compensation
$26-$28/hr
Listing transparency2 of 6 stated
Ask the employer about the work setting, call expectations and weekend coverage.
- Employment & setting
- Full-Time
- Call expectations
- Not specified
- Weekends
- Not specified
Job Description
Job Details: Level: Experienced, Job Location: Union Grove - Union Grove, WI, Position Type: Full Time, Education Level: 2 Year Degree, Salary Range: $26.00 - $28.00Hourly, Travel Percentage: Negligible, Job Shift: 8 am -4 pm, Job Category: Professional Services, This position is responsible for substance abuse counseling of adult correctional clients at the Robert E. Ellsworth Correctional Center.
AODA programming must be delivered in a secular manner free of religious components, following the agency prescribed curriculum. The person in this position is responsible for maintaining the credentials required for the position.
Collaboration with other staff, supervisors, and agents is vital and communication must be maintained. The person in this position must demonstrate professional conduct and respect for each client, maintaining confidentiality and high ethical standards.
This is vital to uphold the pursuit of our mission: To conceive and develop effective interventions, which will enable individuals to avoid unnecessary levels of incarceration, enhance community safety and provide a setting that facilitates treatment and the reduction of recidivism.
Develop treatment plans based on each client's individual needs. Complete and maintain accurate records of progress, services provided, treatment plan, and other required information. Counsel clients in group sessions, using the approved curriculum provided.
Conduct orientation intake sessions of individuals referred to in the program. Evaluate client participation by monitoring behavior, attitude, and progress.
Qualifications
Education & Work Experience: Associate Degree in Human Services, Criminal Justice, Social Work, or related field required. Bachelor's Degree preferred. Substance Abuse Counselor (SAC-IT, SAC or CSAC) credentials through the state of WI. 1 year of experience in counseling and facilitating cognitive based programming.
1 year of experience working with correctional/AODA clients. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: Demonstrated ability working with individuals from diverse backgrounds; culturally competent. Proficient in Microsoft Office, email, and internet. Ability to maintain the utmost confidentiality of all agency information.
Ability to interact with staff, clients, and agents in an effective manner while maintaining professional boundaries. Disclaimer: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this position.
They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.
Benefits
Medical, Dental, Vision, company paid Life Insurance, paid holidays, vacation, sick time, 403b, Pension, Accident, GAP, Critical Illness, Voluntary Life insurance and Pet Insurance and Public Service Loan Forgiveness. #HP
Key Responsibilities
The counselor is responsible for delivering secular AODA programming and developing treatment plans for adult correctional clients. They must also conduct intake sessions, monitor client progress, and maintain accurate clinical records.
Requirements
Candidates must hold an Associate Degree in a relevant field and possess Substance Abuse Counselor credentials (SAC-IT, SAC, or CSAC) in Wisconsin. At least one year of experience in counseling and cognitive-based programming within a correctional or AODA setting is required.
Key Skills
Addiction Medicine — Counselor Career Context
Of the 50 active Substance Use / Addiction Counselor listings this role was benchmarked against, 48% are remote, 38% have no call, 74% require no weekends.
The cost-of-living index for Wisconsin is 94.1 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$56k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $60k in an average-cost state. 60.7% of Wisconsin clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
Top Counselor Jobs
28 matches · ranked by paySalary Distribution28 jobs · 13 employers
Annual compensation range
Benefits & Perks26 jobs · 13 employers
Share of similar jobs offering each benefit
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT, LPC, LCSW)
LifeStance Health · Madison, Wisconsin
Remote Licensed Talk Therapist - Fee For Service
Thriveworks · Massachusetts
Licensed Talk Therapist - Fee For Service
$124kLicensed Mental Health Therapist (LMFT, LMHC, LCSW)
$115k-$120k