Counselor/SAC/SAC-IT

Harboroaks; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Industry-leading bonus potential

Comprehensive benefits

401(k) with company match

Generous paid time off

Job summary

Harboroaks seeks a Substance Use Counselor to support treatment and recovery for patients with opioid use disorder. The role involves individual and group counseling, documentation, crisis intervention, and care coordination in a clinical setting.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or higher, 2+ years in counseling, and relevant degrees. Licensure or state certification may be required. Strong communication, empathy, and collaboration with care teams are essential.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required; bachelor's in social/health services preferred; 2+ years in counseling required.
• OR bachelor's in other field required and four+ years in counseling.
• OR master's in social/health services required and 1+ year professional experience.

Responsibilities

• Conduct individual and group counseling sessions; document as required.
• Co-facilitate group/family sessions and assist with behavior modification.
• Perform initial and follow-up assessments for patients.
• Prepare individual treatment plans for each patient.
• Ensure timely and clear documentation of patient care, treatment and incidents.
• Provide crisis intervention and plan for aftercare as needed.
• Act as liaison between referral sources and patients; assist with insurance communications.
• Possibly perform case management duties to ensure quality care.

Skills

Counseling

Crisis intervention

Documentation

Empathy

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Bachelor's degree in social or health services

Master's degree in social or health services

Job description

Overview

Seeking: Substance Use Counselor - SAC, SACIT, CSAC, LPC

Full time hours

Why Join

• Competitive compensation with industry leading annual performance-based bonus opportunity
• Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match to support your financial future
• Generous paid time off for vacation, sick days, and holidays
• Professional development & leadership training to sharpen your skills

The Substance Use Counselor is instrumental in our patient's treatment and recovery from opioid use disorder. Substance Use Counselors provide high quality, compassionate care through various mediums which include both individual and group counseling sessions.

Responsibilities

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Conduct individual counseling sessions and group or family sessions, under supervision, as scheduled and document as required.
• May co-facilitate assigned group or family sessions and assist with modifying problem behaviors.
• May be responsible for initial assessments, as well as follow up assessment for patients.
• Prepare individual treatment plan for each assigned patient.
• Ensure all documentation regarding patient care, treatment and incidents are completed timely and in a clear concise manner.
• Assist with modifying problem behaviors and may also provide counseling services to families of patients.
• Act as a liaison between referral sources and patient.
• Provide crisis intervention to patient, as needed.
• May plan for aftercare for assigned patient.
• May act as a liaison with insurance carriers, as requested.
• May provide case management duties for patient, ensuring individualized quality care.
• Evaluate the needs of the patient and determine if referrals to other programs or facilities is needed.
• Demonstrate a positive, empathetic and professional attitude towards customers always. When patient needs are not met, acknowledge and work to resolve complaints. Recognize that patient safety is a top priority.

OTHER FUNCTIONS:

• Perform other functions and tasks as assigned.

Qualifications

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/SKILL REQUIREMENTS:

• High School diploma or equivalent required. Bachelor's degree in social or health services field from an accredited college or university preferred. Two or more years' experience in counseling field is required;
• OR Bachelor's degree in other field required and;

Four or more years' experience in the counseling field;

• OR Master's degree in social or health services field required and

one or more years' professional work experience.

LICENSES/DESIGNATIONS/CERTIFICATIONS:

• Licensure or certification for counseling may be required by the state in which the facility operates.
• CPR and de-escalation/restraint certification required (training available upon hire and offered by facility).
• First aid may be required based on state or facility.

ADDITIONAL REGULATORY REQUIREMENTS:

Complete or ongoing education and training, as required by the state in which the facility operates and applicable accrediting body

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