Substance Use Disorder & Group Counselor

Job Details:
Level: Experienced |

Job Location:

Marinette, WI 54143 | Position Type:
Full Time | Education Level: 2 Year Degree | Salary Range: $25.00 - $25.00 Hourly | Travel Percentage:
Negligible | Job Shift: Days | Job Category:
Criminal Justice.

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.

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 full-time position with a full and competitive benefits package. The weekly schedule is somewhat flexible and will be based on program needs and client availability for groups.

• 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.
• Applies 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.

• 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.
• Think for a Change curriculum (T4C) preferred.
• Knowledge and use of Motivational Interviewing techniques.

• 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.

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insuranc
• Company-Paid Life & Disability Insurance
• Paid Holidays
• Vacation Time
• Sick Leave
• 403(b) Retirement Plan
• Pension Plan
• Accident InsuranceGAP Insurance
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Voluntary Life Insurance

ATTIC Correctional Services, Inc. is in compliance with applicable state and federal statutes and regulations relating to nondiscrimination in employment and service delivery. No otherwise qualified person shall be excluded from employment, be denied the benefits of employment or otherwise be subject to discrimination in employment in any manner on the basis of age, race, religion, color, sex, national origin or ancestry, disability or association with a person with a disability, arrest or conviction record, sexual orientation, marital status or pregnancy, political belief, or affiliation, military…