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Substance Use Counselor

Appleton Comprehensive Treatment Center·Appleton, Wisconsin

Part Time·On Site·2-5 yrs·Posted 19 days ago
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About the role

Provide compassionate individual and group counseling to patients recovering from Opioid Use Disorder. Manage patient recovery through assessments, treatment planning, and coordination with multidisciplinary medical teams.

Overview Outpatient MAT Opioid Treatment Program Seeking

  • Substance
  • Use
  • Counselor -
  • SAC,
  • SACIT,
  • CSAC,
  • LPC,
  • LCSW
  • Part
  • Time
  • Hours: 20 hours a week within the following hours:
  • Monday -
  • Friday: 5:00
  • AM -1:00
  • PM
  • 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
  • Our
  • Team: Appleton Comprehensive Treatment Center (CTC), located in Appleton, 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 eligibilty here: HRSA Eligibility

Qualifications

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. #LI-BS1 AHCTC #LI-CTC

Requirements

Requires at least an Associate's degree in social or health services and a SACIT certification or eligibility. Candidates should have experience in addiction recovery and familiarity with evidence-based practices like CBT and MAT.

  • associate degree
  • bachelor degree
  • postgraduate degree
  • Case Management
  • Patient Assessment
  • Treatment Planning
  • Crisis Intervention
  • Clinical Documentation
  • Individual Counseling
  • Group Counseling
  • Multidisciplinary Collaboration
  • Relapse Prevention
  • Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT)
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Motivational Interviewing (MI)

Benefits

  • Dental Insurance
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Vision Insurance
  • Medical Insurance
  • Paid Vacation
  • Sick Time
  • 401(k) Plan
  • Semi-Annual Bonus Program
  • Employer-paid Clinical Supervision
  • Student Loan Forgiveness Eligibility
  • Continuing Education Units (CEUs)

Posting details

Employment type
Part Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
2-5 yrs
Location
Appleton, Wisconsin
Posted
Jul 9, 2026
Closes
Jul 9, 2027
Application
Employer website
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Hiring organization

Appleton Comprehensive Treatment Center

Appleton Comprehensive Treatment Center is a premier provider of medically supervised medication-assisted treatment for adults 18 and older. To promote successful recovery from addiction to heroin, prescription painkillers, and other opioids, this center provides effective...

IndustryHospitals and Health Care
TypePublic Company
Size11-50 employees
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Behavioral health demand remains steady in Wisconsin

Behavioral-health roles in Wisconsin are typically in steady demand because employers need licensed professionals who can support patients across healthcare and social-service settings. This role is competitive because it requires a current Social Worker license, at least two years of experience, and a Bachelor’s in Social Work, with a Master’s preferred; the listed benefits include health, dental, vision, PTO, and 401(k) matching. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits carefully on this platform to save time, then confirm your licensure and experience match before applying.

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