Certified Substance Abuse Counselor

Capitol Clinic - 675 W. Washington Avenue, 675 W. Washington Ave, Madison, Wisconsin, United States of America

Posted Wednesday, February 4, 2026 at 6:00 AM

Group Health Cooperative of South Central Wisconsin. BETTER TOGETHER

The Certified Substance Abuse Counselor (CSAC) works collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team of addiction medicine physicians and advanced practice providers, registered nurses and other staff to coordinate, support and deliver evidence-based, high-quality substance use disorder treatment. The CSAC is responsible for delivery of evidence-based diagnostic assessment and treatment to adults with substance use disorders. The incumbent will receive day to day guidance, administrative supervision, and clinical consultation from the Associate Medical Director-Substance Use Disorder, with additional accountability to the Behavioral Health Services Manager.

This position will provide both initial intake assessments and follow up psychotherapy care as a member of the substance use disorders program. The CSAC will collaborate with their patients to develop and address individualized treatment plans that include accurate diagnosis and specified treatment goals. Treatment benefits and progress toward goals will be monitored and reviewed regularly, utilizing measurement tools, and adjusting treatment focus as appropriate.

This position may also coordinate care with primary care, other specialty providers, and the other systems in which their patients interact (e.g., families) as needed. The CSAC may provide crisis support to GHC-SCW members, including triage and risk assessments, completing safety planning, and determining acuity and appropriate level of care for members seeking substance use disorder treatment services.

The CSAC will complete documentation in the electronic medical record in a timely manner per department and organization protocols, and chart in a manner that is patient-oriented and professional. The CSAC will work collaboratively with addiction medicine physicians and advanced practice providers and be an active participant in substance use disorder department meetings.

The CSAC may provide cross coverage to the behavioral health department dependent on staffing and patient care needs

Come join us at Group Health Cooperative of South-Central Wisconsin (GHC-SCW) and be a part of an organization committed to fostering a caring and compassionate environment while ensuring individual differences are valued. GHC-SCW is a quality driven cooperative built on collaboration, community involvement, innovation and belonging. It is essential that all employees, members, and patients feel secure and welcome, that the opinions and contributions of all individuals are respected, and that all voices are heard.

Join our team and receive training, resources, competitive pay and exceptional benefits including free parking at all our locations. The Behavioral Health department is an exciting place to be right now as it deploys strategic changes to improve access for patients, enhance employee satisfaction, and expand services within and beyond traditional outpatient treatment.

The incumbent knows and abides by all Group Health Cooperative of South Central Wisconsin (GHC-SCW) organizational and departmental policies, sets personal standards and strives for high quality work in completing assignments, performs job duties in a timely manner, and represents the organization in a positive manner.

The incumbent understands our Mission, Vision, and Common Values (stated below) and is committed to promote these values in behavior and attitude.

JOB SPECIFIC MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Master's degree from an accredited college or university in a psychotherapy-related field such as Psychology, Social Work, Guidance and Counseling, or Nursing required.
• Possession of an appropriate Wisconsin clinical license (e.g., LCSW, LPC, LMFT), and Certification by the State of Wisconsin Medicaid/Health Forward program as a Behavioral Health Provider required.
• Licensure as a Certified Substance Abuse Counselor.
• Possession of a National Provider Identifier (NPI Number) for health care providers required.
• Ability to provide own transportation to various work locations, as required.
• A minimum of three (3) years of experience in the provision of direct clinical behavioral health services.
• Knowledge of and experience with substance use disorder therapy models.
• Knowledge and experience with short term therapy models preferred.
• Previous experience in an HMO or managed care setting preferred.
• Knowledge, ability and skills in the provision of professional, evidence-based substance use disorders therapy services including assessment, diagnosis and treatment of individuals and groups. Knowledge of and ability to apply current behavioral health theory and practices. Knowledge of group dynamics and leadership.
• Knowledge of and ability to effectively use human relations, interpersonal and communications skills. Excellent interpersonal…