Substance Abuse Counselor - In Training

Lutheran Social Services of WI and Upper MI (LSS) is looking for a Substance Abuse Counselor - In Training (SAC-IT) to work with members at our clinic in Janesville, WI! This opportunity is going to be focusing on group therapy for members navigating substance use disorder and supporting their recovery. This is a part-time opportunity at 30 hours per week, but is benefits eligible.

Referrals come from Rock County, the Department of Corrections, and self-referrals. Our counselors meet with clients at our clinic and provide both group and sometimes individual substance abuse counseling services. We help clients understand their thoughts, emotions, and behaviors and empower them with the skills, tools, and strategies to improve their wellbeing. The position may require some evening hours to meet the needs of clients.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
This list of duties and responsibilities is not all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties and responsibilities, as management may deem necessary from time to time.

• Provides addiction counseling with supervision and/or case management services to clients in an outpatient, residential or case management setting.
• Completes assessments, diagnostics, screening and referral. Obtains required additional supervision if using UPC, ASAM, AODA assessments such as SUDDs or DSM/ICD 10 criteria.
• Provides Employment Specialist services to clients as needed.
• Prepares and completes all required documentation according to state, federal and agency standards in a timely manner.
• Coordinates, plans and facilitates client sessions, including group and individual services.
• Provides a high level of excellence in communication internally and to our external partners, both written and verbal.
• May provide outreach and education to the public/market services.
• Provides a high level of case management services and coordinates the various social, community and mental health services received by clients.
• Attends and participates in staff development programs, including in-services training, staff meetings, clinical supervision meetings, and similar opportunities.
• Provides all services in a timely manner according to program, licensing and contractual requirements.
• Establishes and maintains effective public and working relationships and collateral contracts.
• Serves as a positive role-model for clients and their families.
• Performs other duties as required.

QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Upon offer, candidates must successfully complete the necessary background, caregiver, medical and any other checks required, according to program requirements. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

• An associate or bachelor's degree in human services or a related field is required.
• Possession of a valid CSAC, SAC, or SAC-IT SUD license from WI DSPS is required.
• A minimum of 1 year of experience working with a correctional population preferred.
• Working knowledge of addictions and recovery, counseling and case management principles and methods.
• Ability to learn and retain information regarding the federal, state, and local rules and regulations governing the delivery of SUD services.
• Ability to provide addictions services to clients and their families.

PERKS:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance.
• Life insurance
• Accident Insurance, Critical Illness Insurance, Hospital Confinement Indemnity Insurance and Pet Insurance.
• Flexible spending accounts for Dependent and Health Care
• Short-term and Long-term disability insurance.
• 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 Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Service Awards/Employee Recognition

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:

• Must have a valid driver's license and have reliable transportation to perform the essential duties of the role; a motor vehicle check (MVR) with a satisfactory driving record per the LSS Driver Safety Procedure is required, and ability to meet LSS auto insurance requirements.
• Possession of a valid SAC-IT when performing AODA duties or experience/commensurate degree for case management services.

TRAVEL: Ability to travel on day trips as required up to 25%.

Lutheran Social Services of Wisconsin & Upper Michigan is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).