Substance Use Disorder Counselor Group Facilitator (CSAC Required)

Meta House; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A nonprofit organization in Milwaukee is seeking a Substance Use Disorder Counselor Group Facilitator. You will facilitate various group sessions, support clients in collaboration with the clinical team, and handle on-site crisis interventions. Candidates should have at least a high school diploma and certification as a Substance Abuse Counselor, along with skills in teamwork and communication. This full-time role offers essential services to clients in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• CSAC Certified Substance Abuse Counselor required.
• Some experience in health care or customer service.
• Experience working with individuals with substance use disorder preferred.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate various groups including evidence-based curriculums.
• Provide direct services to chemically dependent women and children.
• Complete required documentation in the electronic health record.

Skills

Basic knowledge of trauma and substance use

Effective written and verbal communication skills

Good organizational and time management skills

Ability to work cooperatively with other agencies

Flexibility, attention to detail, and problem-solving skills

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Associate’s degree in Human services or related field

Tools

Word

Excel

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: 2625 N WEIL ST - MILWAUKEE, WI 53212

Position Type: Full Time

Education Level: High School

Travel Percentage: None

Job Shift: Day

Job Category: Nonprofit - Social Services

Position Summary

The Substance Use Disorder Counselor Group Facilitator is responsible for facilitation of various groups, including evidence-based curriculums, psycho-educational, and process groups. They will cover assigned groups in both Residential and Outpatient levels of care as well as covering for staff absences. They will offer clients support in collaboration with the primary clinical team.

Responsibilities

1. Work closely with direct supervisor to ensure coverage of all services, including facilitation of group and coverage for colleagues' PTO time across programs.
2. Assist with on-site crisis intervention.
3. When needed, provide supportive care to individual clients in collaboration with their primary therapist. Utilize Motivational Interviewing skills when working with clients.
4. Provide direct and coordinated services to chemically dependent women and their children, utilizing internal program modalities and external linkages when required.
5. Provide SUD education to clients.
6. Assist with the coordination of services that support the treatment programs and/or clients.
7. Complete required documentation for each client service and intervention in the electronic health record.
8. Uphold, understand, and review all policies and procedures as outlined by Employee Handbook.
9. Attend and actively participate in all supervision, staff meetings, training, and activities required of the position.
10. Participate in other duties to support general program operations and occasional special programs.
11. Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education Requirements

• Minimum: High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Preferred: Associate’s degree in Human services or related field

Licensure & Credentials

• Minimum Requirements: CSAC Certified Substance Abuse Counselor

Experience

• Minimum: Some experience in health care or customer service; experience working with individuals with substance use disorder.
• Preferred: 1 year working in a residential substance use treatment program.

Skills & Abilities

• Basic knowledge of trauma and substance use
• Able to work with a culturally diverse client population; to understand and respect family dynamics from many cultural viewpoints
• Understands and establishes healthy professional boundaries
• Flexibility, attention to detail, and problem-solving skills
• Good organizational and time management skills
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work and communicate within a team-oriented workplace
• Able to work both independently and collaboratively with others
• Knowledge of community resources
• Able to work cooperatively with other agencies
• Computer skills including proficiency in Word, Excel, and other applications

Requirements

• All staff are required to provide proof of vaccination for MMR, Varicella, and annual flu shot.
• Adherence to a non-smoking work environment.