SUD Counselor - Residential

Paycom; Fond du Lac (WI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Purpose That Matters

Room to Grow

Culture of Care

Competitive Pay & Benefits

Job summary

Shape Futures seeks a SUD Counselor to lead clinical services at a gender-responsive residential program. You will coordinate care, ensure program compliance, and deliver trauma-informed SUD treatment to women, helping them rebuild lives within a supportive community.

You will conduct assessments, facilitate groups, and supervise care plans and referrals, collaborating with program leadership to maintain DHS 75 standards.

Qualifications

• Professional knowledge of Substance Use Disorder treatment, MI, CBT, ASAM, and DSM-5-TR.
• Understanding of gender-responsive programming and trauma-informed care implementation.
• Ability to maintain a safe residential treatment environment and engage clients effectively.

Responsibilities

• Deliver clinical services and coordinate care to meet DHS 75 requirements.
• Conduct SUD assessments and develop treatment/continuing care plans.
• Facilitate SUD treatment groups using evidence-based curricula.
• Provide weekly individual SUD counseling sessions.
• Develop relapse prevention and continuing care plans with clients.

Skills

SUD counseling

Motivational Interviewing

CBT

ASAM

Trauma-informed care

Gender responsive programming

Education

MSW

BA in Social Work

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Fond Du Lac, WI 54935, Shape Futures. Empower Women. Build Stronger Communities.

Are you ready to lead with purpose and transform lives? Imagine guiding women toward hope, healing, and a brighter tomorrow. This is your chance to create a safe, structured, and compassionate space where justice-involved women can reclaim their stories and begin anew.

We are seeking a visionary SUD Counselor to champion our specialized gender responsive treatment facility. In this vital role, you’ll do more than substance use treatment-you’ll inspire change. You’ll be a part of a passionate team that fosters resilience and delivers trauma-informed care that empowers women to rebuild their lives and thrive in the community.

If you are mission-driven, deeply committed to recovery and social justice, and eager to make a lasting impact, this is your opportunity to be a part of a program that truly changes futures.

What You Will Do

These responsibilities focus on the direct provision of clinical services, coordination of care, and program compliance.

Clinical Service Delivery

• Meet all DHS 75 requirements.
• Conduct comprehensive Substance Use Disorder (SUD) assessments and develop immediate treatment/continuing care plans upon a resident's arrival.
• Facilitate SUD treatment groups using designated evidence-based curricula.
• Provide weekly one-hour individual SUD counseling sessions.
• Develop Relapse Prevention and Continuing Care Plans with clients, updating them weekly.

Treatment Coordination & Compliance

• Coordinate individual SUD treatment plans collaboratively with the resident, Program Manager, and Case Managers.
• Update treatment/continuing care plans and the ASAM level of care weekly, submitting them to the Clinical Supervisor for signature.
• Act as a consultant for substance use related crises.
• Work collaboratively with external SUD treatment agencies and manage community referrals.
• Schedule urinalysis and breathalyzer testing.

Reporting and Team Collaboration

• Prepare weekly client updates on substance use for staffing notes and prepare the substance use section of discharge reports.
• Provide weekly updates and reports directly to the Clinical Supervisor.
• Participate in scheduled client staffings and team meetings weekly.
• Meet with the Medical Director monthly.
• Gather assigned evaluation data.

Supervision and Program Support

• Supervise the provision of any SUD treatment component delivered by other staff.
• Supervise any assigned substance abuse intern or volunteer under the direction of the Program Manager.
• Monitor and supervise residents and the facility environment.
• Serve as on-call staff and work assigned shifts to meet agency needs.
• Participate in all required clinical supervision and training to maintain professional certification.

Qualifications: What You Will Bring (Qualifications)

These qualifications highlight the necessary clinical expertise, experience, and certifications for the role.

Expertise & Knowledge

• Clinical Proficiency: Deep knowledge of Substance Use Disorder treatment, Motivational Interviewing (MI), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), ASAM, and DSM-5-TR.
• Specialized Approach: Knowledge of gender responsive programming and the ability to implement principles of trauma-informed care.
• Environment Management: Ability to maintain a safe and stable residential treatment environment and effectively engage clients.

Required Experience & Certification

• Professional Experience: A minimum of one year of experience providing services specifically to offender populations.
• Certification: Current certification as a substance abuse counselor or substance abuse counselor-in-training.
• Supervisory Experience: Experience necessary to supervise the provision of SUD treatment components and assigned interns/volunteers (as noted in the responsibilities).

Education

• Advanced Degree: MSW or related advanced degree preferred.
• Alternative Consideration: A BA in Social Work, or a related degree, will be considered with demonstrated work experience and knowledge.

What We Offer

• Purpose That Matters: Lead a program that transforms lives. Every decision you make, every moment you lead, will ripple out to create hope and healing for mothers and their infants.
• Room to Grow: Your growth matters as much as theirs. We invest in you through ongoing training, professional development, and collaboration with a passionate, mission-driven team.
• A Culture of Care: Join a community that values your expertise and empowers you to make a difference every single day. Here, your voice matters, and your leadership inspires change.
• Benefits That Support You: Enjoy competitive pay, generous time off, retirement plans, and the peace of mind that comes with working in a supportive environment.

Ready to lead with purpose?