Contracted Provider: SUD Counselor/Co-Occurring Therapist

Application deadline: 2026-08-31. This is an independent contracted provider position.

About the role

The Substance Use Disorder (SUD) Counselor/Co-occurring Therapist reports directly to the Behavioral Health Clinical Supervisor and provides direct service counseling and support groups for the county’s alcohol and drug affected youth and adult population. Responsibilities include community education services as requested by supervisory staff and maintaining truthful, accurate written and verbal communications.

Responsibilities

• Provide screening, intake, orientation, assessment, diagnosis, and treatment recommendations for SUD population.
• Provide direct service therapy to SUD clients and their families, including individual, group, couples, and family therapy.
• Facilitate Outpatient Program groups.
• Develop and maintain timely, accurate case records of assessment, treatment, and current status/condition in compliance with DHS Chapter 75 requirements and agency standards.
• Identify and assess specific client needs; make recommendations for appropriate services (e.g., inpatient treatment, special living arrangements).
• Arrange, monitor placements, and provide aftercare planning and services.
• Collaborate with DCHHS staff, treatment team members, community providers, and other relevant agencies to coordinate care.
• Provide consultation to the community regarding SUD issues.
• Deliver SUD educational information to community groups and individuals as needed.
• Provide recovery services to individuals enrolled in CCS.
• Conduct urinalysis screenings with clients as needed.
• Assist in developing and providing ancillary groups or special services for special needs populations (e.g., youth, elderly, FAE/FAS, women, minorities).

Key Competencies & Skills

• Clinical Judgment: Applies diagnostic and therapeutic knowledge to develop effective, ethical, and client-centered treatment interventions.
• Crisis Management: Conducts immediate assessments and determines risk levels and appropriate interventions in high-stress situations.
• Communication: Clearly documents clinical actions and communicates case details across service systems while maintaining confidentiality and professionalism.
• Team Collaboration: Works constructively in interdisciplinary teams to coordinate services, align treatment approaches, and support client recovery.
• Regulatory Compliance: Demonstrates working knowledge of DHS regulations and applies them consistently in documentation and service delivery.
• Technical Proficiency: Utilizes electronic health records and standard software tools effectively for documentation, scheduling, and coordination.
• Cultural Competency: Demonstrates sensitivity to and understanding of diverse backgrounds and community needs in behavioral health service provision.

Requirements

• Licensure as a Substance Abuse Counselor – In Training (SAC-IT), Substance Abuse Counselor (SAC), or Clinical Substance Abuse Counselor (C-SAC) in the State of Wisconsin.
• Minimum of an associate degree in human services, psychology, social work, or related field.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Contracted provider must have an established Limited Liability Company (LLC).
• Contracted Provider must maintain liability insurance with a combined single limit of $1,000,000 per occurrence and $2,000,000 annual aggregate, written on an “occurrence” basis.
• Successfully complete a Caregiver Background Check.

Preferred Qualifications

• Dual certification or experience in treating co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders.
• Knowledge of DHS 34 (Crisis Services) and DHS 36 (CCS) standards.
• Previous experience working in community-based behavioral health settings.

Physical & Work Environment

Work is performed primarily in an office setting with regular interaction with the public and team members. The position involves extensive use of computers and phones while seated at a desk for most of the workday. Periodic walking and standing are required, and occasional lifting of materials up to 10 pounds may be necessary. The role may involve travel to nutrition sites or off-site meetings and occasional support for public event setups.