Substance Use Counselor

Comprehensive Treatment Centers; Sheboygan (WI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Semi-Annual Bonus Program

Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance

Competitive 401(k) plan

Paid vacation and sick time

Employer-paid clinical supervision (f​

Free and unlimited access to CEUs

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Early morning hours for work-life_BAL

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Sheboygan Comprehensive Treatment Center (CTC) in Sheboygan, WI, part of Acadia Healthcare's Comprehensive Treatment Centers, seeks a Substance Use Counselor (SAC/SAC-IT, CSAC) for an outpatient MAT program. The role is full-time (36 hours/week) with early mornings and a rotating weekend schedule.

The team delivers high-quality counseling and therapy for opioid use disorder, with focus on recovery planning, documentation, and coordination with medical staff.

Qualifications

• Minimum of an Associate's Degree in social or health services field required.
• Prefer Bachelor's or Master's degree in social or health services field.
• Degree must be from an accredited college or university.
• Previous experience in addiction recovery or behavioral health settings.
• Familiarity with Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT).
• Experience conducting individual and group counseling sessions.
• Knowledge of CBT, MI, and relapse prevention techniques.
• Documentation experience per state and federal guidelines.
• Familiarity with 42 CFR Part 2, HIPAA, Joint Commission standards.
• Experience collaborating in a multidisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Provide high quality, compassionate guidance in individual and group counseling sessions.
• Plan, oversee, facilitate and document patient's recovery.
• Co-facilitate assigned group or family sessions as needed.
• Ensure all documentation regarding patient care, treatment, and incidents is completed timely and clearly.
• Prepare individual treatment plans for each assigned patient.
• Conduct initial assessments and follow-up assessments.
• Evaluate patient needs and referrals to other programs as needed.
• Plan for aftercare for assigned patients when applicable.
• Provide crisis intervention to patients as needed.
• Perform case management duties ensuring individualized care.

Skills

SAC/SAC-IT/CSAC

MAT knowledge (methadone, buprenorpho​

Education

Associate's Degree in social or health services

Bachelor's or Master's in social or health services

Accredited college/university degree

Job description

Outpatient MAT Opioid Treatment Program

Seeking: Substance Use Counselor - SAC, SAC-IT, CSAC

Full Time Hours: (36 hours/week)

• Monday - Friday: 5:00 AM - 1:00 PM
• Every 5th weekend rotation: Saturday 5:15 AM - 9:15 AM & Sunday: 5:15 AM - 8:15 AM

Our Benefits

• Semi-Annual Bonus Program
• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
• Competitive 401(k) plan
• Paid vacation and sick time
• Employer-paid clinical supervision (free to employees)
• Free and unlimited access to 500+ accredited Continuing Education Units (CEUs)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) offering continued support to employee lifestyle and well-being
• Early morning hours offering a great work/life balance
• Opportunity for growth that is second to none in the industry

Our Team

Sheboygan Comprehensive Treatment Center (CTC), located in Sheboygan, WI, is part of Acadia Healthcare's Comprehensive Treatment Centers, the leading provider of medication-assisted treatment in the nation. Our counseling team provides compassionate, high-quality counseling and therapy to patients that are seeking recovery from Opioid Use Disorder.

Job Responsibilities

• Provide high quality, compassionate guidance in both individual and group counseling sessions.
• Plan, oversee, facilitate and document patient's recovery.
• Co-facilitate assigned group or family sessions as needed.
• Ensure all documentation regarding patient care, treatment, and incidents is completed timely and in a clear, concise manner.
• Prepare individual treatment plans for each assigned patient.
• Initial assessments as well as follow up assessments.
• Evaluate patient needs and determine if referrals to other programs or facilities are needed.
• May plan for aftercare for assigned patients.
• Provide crisis intervention to patients, as needed.
• Provide case management duties for patients, ensuring individualized quality care as needed.
• Act as a liaison between referral sources and patients, as needed.

Eligible positions may qualify for student loan forgiveness through HRSA, depending on clinic site eligibility. Check your eligibility here: HRSA Eligibility

Required Education, Skills And Qualifications

• Minimum of an Associate's Degree in social or health services field required;
• Prefer Bachelor's or Master's degree in social or health services field;
• Degree must be from an accredited college or university.
• Previous experience in addiction recovery or behavioral health settings, such as outpatient, residential, or correctional facilities.
• Familiarity with Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT), including methadone, buprenorphine, and naltrexone.
• Experience conducting individual and group counseling sessions focused on substance use recovery.
• Knowledge of evidence-based practices, such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), and relapse prevention techniques.
• Documentation experience, including maintaining clinical notes, treatment plans, and progress updates in accordance with state and federal guidelines.
• Familiarity with state regulatory standards (e.g., 42 CFR Part 2, HIPAA, Joint Commission standards).
• Experience collaborating in a multidisciplinary team with medical staff, case managers, and peer support specialists.

Licenses/Certifications

• SACIT or eligible is required
• Also considering: SAC, CSAC, LPC, LMFT, & LCSW

We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment regardless of an individual’s characteristics protected by applicable state, federal and local laws.