Substance Use Counselor

Our counseling team at Wausau Comprehensive Treatment Center (CTC) in Wausau, WI, part of Acadia Healthcare’s Comprehensive Treatment Centers, provides compassionate, high‑quality counseling and therapy to patients seeking recovery from Opioid Use Disorder.

Schedule

Full‑time, Monday – Friday: 5:00 AM – 1:30 PM

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

Responsibilities

• Provide high‑quality, compassionate guidance in both individual and group counseling sessions.
• Plan, oversee, facilitate and document patients’ 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.
• Conduct initial assessments as well as follow‑up assessments.
• Evaluate patient needs and determine if referrals to other programs or facilities are needed.
• Plan for after‑care for assigned patients, when appropriate.
• Provide crisis intervention to patients, as needed.
• Perform case management duties for patients, ensuring individualized quality care.
• Act as a liaison between referral sources and patients, as needed.

Education, Skills, and Qualifications

• Minimum of an Associate’s Degree in a social or health services field (accredited college or university); Bachelor’s or Master’s degree preferred.
• Previous experience in addiction recovery or behavioral health settings (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 in maintaining clinical notes, treatment plans, and progress updates per 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 (required) or eligible.
• Also considering: SAC, CSAC, LPC, LMFT, LCSW.

Student Loan Forgiveness Eligibility

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