Substance Abuse Counselor - Outpatient

Company: UW Health
Location: Wausau
Posted on: June 24, 2022

Job Description:

W ork Schedule :100% FTE, Monday through Friday. Typical hours are 8:00 am to 5:00 pm with 1-2 evening shifts per week. This position will work a hybrid of in person and remote work from home.Be part of something remarkableBehavioral Health Providers at UW Health promote well-being, healing, and recovery.We are seeking a Substance Abuse Counselor to:Provide alcohol and drug treatment to adults and adolescents on an outpatient basis.Conduct assessments/intakes, treatment plan, provide individual and group therapy, case management, and complete related documentation.Work collaboratively with therapists and physiciansEducation :Minimum - Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, Marriage and Family Counseling, or other Behavioral Health related field.Preferred - Master's degree in counseling-related field.Work Experience :Minimum - One year of experience working with individuals with substance use disordersPreferred - Two years of experience working with individuals with substance use disorders.Licenses and Certifications :Minimum -Unrestricted certification as a Substance Abuse Counselor (SAC) or Clinical Substance Abuse Counselor (CSAC), or substance use disorder specialty certification with the Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services (DSPS), or license/certification eligible in the State of Wisconsin.CPR/BLS.Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and InclusionUW Health is committed to being a diverse, equitable, inclusive, and anti-racist workplace and is an Equal Employment Opportunity, Affirmative Action employer. Our integrity shines through in patient care interactions and our daily work practices as we work to embrace the knowledge, unique perspectives, and qualities each employee and faculty member brings to work each day. Applications from Black, Indigenous and People of Color (BIPOC) individuals, LGBTQ+ and non-binary identities, women, persons with disabilities, military service members and veterans are strongly encouraged. EOE, including disability/veterans.UW Health Clinics our physicians and staff provide an exceptional patient and family experience by delivering the highest quality of care in a compassionate environment. With more than 80 primary and specialty care clinics located throughout Dane County and the surrounding areas, we are proud to have the opportunity to impact the communities we serve.UW Medical Foundation benefits

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