Virtual substance use disorder & group counselor

Job Details:

• Level: Experienced
• Job Location: Marinette - Marinette, WI
• Position Type: Part Time
• Education Level: 2 Year Degree
• Salary Range: $25.00 - $25.00 Hourly
• Travel Percentage: None
• Job Shift: Varies
• Job Category: Criminal Justice

About Us:

ATTIC stands for "Alternatives to Traditional Incarceration of Citizens." We are a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to developing interventions that enable individuals to avoid unnecessary levels of incarceration, enhance community safety and provide a setting that facilitates treatment and the reduction of recidivism. We operate residential and other correctional programs throughout Wisconsin that provide case management, counseling and treatment groups, vocational training and high-risk client monitoring and supervision.

Position Overview:

We are recruiting for a SUD/Group Counselor in the Marinette region, responsible for providing substance abuse counseling and group facilitation to adult correctional clients in individual or group settings. This is a part-time position requiring approximately 15-20 hours per week, fully remote but will require Wisconsin residency.

Primary Job Duties:

• Completes intake and orientation materials for newly admitted clients.
• Facilitates treatment group sessions, using the approved curriculum provided. This will include SUD treatment, Co-Occurring Disorders, Cognitive Behavioral Interventions and Trauma-Informed Care.
• Completes UPC and AODA assessments as well as counseling.
• Evaluates and documents client participation by monitoring behavior, attitude, and progress.
• Cognitive behavioral methodology/assessment.
• Maintains accurate records and files of progress, services provided, treatment plans, and other required information.
• Develops, implements, and periodically reviews and updates client treatment plans in collaboration with each client.
• Recommends referrals to other community services/agencies as needed.
• Maintains ongoing verbal and written communication with all co-workers and DOC regarding client behaviors, treatment progress and incident reports.

Qualifications:

Education & Work Experience:

• Associate’s degree in human services, Criminal Justice, or related field.
• Bachelor’s Degree preferred.
• Substance Abuse Counselor (SAC-IT, SAC, or CSAC) credentials through the state of WI, or equivalent.
• One year’s experience working with correctional/AODA clients.
• Prior experience in a residential or treatment center utilizing group facilitation and cognitive behavioral methodology preferred.
• Cognitive based programming preferred.
• Knowledge and use of Motivational Interviewing techniques.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Demonstrated understanding and sensitivity to interactions with individuals from diverse backgrounds and cultures.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Detail oriented.
• Ability to interact with staff and clients in an effective manner while maintaining professional boundaries.
• Self-motivated; ability to work with minimal supervision.
• High level organizational and planning skills.
• Experience in recordkeeping.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality at all times.
• Demonstrated initiative and flexibility.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office products, email, and internet.

Benefits

We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes: Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance, Company-Paid Life & Disability Insurance, Paid Holidays, Vacation Time, Sick Leave, 403(b) Retirement Plan, Pension Plan, Accident Insurance, GAP Insurance, Critical Illness Insurance, Voluntary Life Insurance.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action ATTIC Correctional Services, Inc. is in compliance with applicable state and federal statutes and regulations relating to nondiscrimination in employment and service delivery.