Substance Use Disorder Counselor

Lutheran Social Services (LSS) is a private, non‑profit, human service agency providing a variety of services throughout Wisconsin and Upper Michigan. Over the years, LSS has grown to become one of the largest human service agencies in the two‑state area serving more than 125,000 clients annually. We are looking for passionate, mission‑driven individuals to help provide services including outpatient behavioral health management, international, domestic and special needs adoptions, older adult services, support services for children, youth and families, community corrections programs, and support services for adults with disabilities and/or mental health concerns.

Motivated by the compassion of Christ, we help people improve the quality of their lives. Does this describe your personal mission statement? Are you motivated to serve by sharing your talents? If you would like to help us achieve our mission, please apply for the following opportunity.

We are hiring a Substance Use Disorder Counselor for L.E. Phillips, a new 50‑bed residential treatment program for adults in Chippewa Falls set to open late spring/early summer 2026. The program will provide substance use disorder treatment and restorative justice services.

We’re looking for candidates who hold a valid Substance Abuse Counselor – In Training (SAC‑IT) credential from the Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services and who are ready to make a meaningful impact.

This is a full‑time, benefit‑eligible position.

Salary:

• SAC‑IT: $22.75 per hour
• SAC: $26 per hour
• CSAC: $28 per hour

• Provides addiction counseling with supervision and/or case management services to clients in an outpatient, residential or case management setting.
• Completes assessments, diagnostics, screening and referral. Obtains required additional supervision if using UPC, ASAM, AODA assessments such as SUDDs or DSM/ICD‑10 criteria.
• Provides Employment Specialist services to clients as needed.
• Prepares and completes all required documentation according to state, federal and agency standards in a timely manner.
• Coordinates, plans and facilitates client sessions, including group and individual services.
• Provides a high level of excellence in communication internally and to external partners, both written and verbal.
• May provide outreach and education to the public/market services.
• Provides a high level of case management services and coordinates the various social, community and mental health services received by clients.
• Attends and participates in staff development programs, including in‑services training, staff meetings, clinical supervision meetings, and similar opportunities.
• Provides all services in a timely manner according to program, licensing and contractual requirements.
• Establishes and maintains effective public and working relationships and collateral contracts.
• Serves as a positive role‑model for clients and their families.
• Performs other duties as required.

• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
  • By being employed with LSS, a non‑profit agency, you can be eligible for loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program.
  • Loans are eligible to be forgiven after 10 years of on‑time and consistent payments through the income‑based re‑payment plan.
  • LSS Clinical Managers and Human Capital employees can assist you in applying for this benefit.
• Licensure and Exam Fees
  • If the employee has been with LSS for 1 year prior, they will receive full reimbursement for licensure and/or exam costs for your first attempt. LSS also pays for bi‑annual renewals.
  • If the employee is considered part‑time, LSS will pay for half of the associated licensure and exam costs for your first attempt. LSS also pays for bi‑annual renewals.
• It is required for your position to maintain a state license in a mental‑health or substance‑abuse related field.
• Clinical Supervision and Consultation
  • We offer a free, robust clinical supervision experience for any type of licensure that focuses not only on client needs, but employee development.
• Training
  • LSS is focused on the continued growth of our employees and ensuring we provide high quality services.
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