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Substance Abuse Counselor

3 months ago

Oshkosh, United States State of Wisconsin Full time
Introduction

Winnebago Mental Health Institute (WMHI), located near Oshkosh WI, is looking to hire a Part-Time (0.6 FTE) Substance Abuse Counselor to typically work 24 hours per week on Mondays to Fridays including one evening shift per week in addition to one weekend shift per month. WMHI is a part of the Department of Health Services (DHS), Division of Care and Treatment Services (DCTS) and is a psychiatric hospital providing quality mental health services to children, adolescents, and adults.

As an employee of the State of Wisconsin, you'll also have access to an amazing benefits package , including:
  • Paid vacation, 9 paid holidays and ample sick time. Leave time accrual is prorated based on number of hours worked.
  • Top rated health plan options starting at $39/month for single plans and $97/month for family plans, after 2 months of state service.
  • Premium pension plan with at least a 6.9% employer match in 2024. Plus, a tax advantaged supplemental retirement savings plan which allows you to save money directly from your paycheck for retirement. Use this Total Rewards Calculator to see the total value of our competitive benefits package
  • Several flex spending accounts: medical, dependent care, commuter, parking and High Deductible Health Savings.
  • Well Wisconsin Wellness Program
  • A free and confidential employee assistance program that offers employees and their immediate family dependents a variety of tools, resources, and professional consultation services to support their health, goals, and overall well-being.
  • Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program employer.

Position Summary

As a Substance Abuse Counselor , you will be responsible for the following duties:
  • Providing development, coordination, implementation and monitoring of specialized clinical treatment programs which meet the needs of patients who suffer with co-existing problems of mental illness and substance abuse.
  • Addressing issues through several treatment modalities to best fit the individual treatment needs of the patient.
  • Functioning as part of the primary treatment team and participating in the assessment process.
  • Assisting in formulation of the individualized treatment plan and implementing Substance Use Disorder (SUD) portions of the plans.
  • Contributing to patient and program evaluation, and monitoring progress.
  • Providing input into policy and procedure development relative to the program responsibility area and providing training to Institution staff on dual disordered issues.
  • Providing recommendations to the multidisciplinary team during patient discharge planning.

Salary Information

The starting pay is between $26.00 and $33.00 per hour, depending on qualifications, plus excellent benefits. A 12-month probationary period is required.

This position is eligible for an additional hourly add-on based on credentials:
  • Substance Abuse Counselor-in-Training (SAC-IT) = $1.00/hour
  • Substance Abuse Counselor (SAC) = $1.50/hour
  • Clinical Substance Abuse Counselor (CSAC) = $2.00/hour
Pay for current or former state employees will be set based on the rules that apply to compensation for the applicable transaction. This position is classified as a Treatment Specialist 2 and is in pay schedule and range 12/63.

Job Details

All applicants who may be appointed to this position will be required to allow DHS to conduct a background check to determine whether the circumstances of any conviction may be related to the job being filled.

All appointees will be required to receive a TB test, which will be administered by the facility or medical personnel directed by the facility prior to their start date.

DHS does not sponsor work visas for this position, thus, in compliance with federal law, selected candidates will be required to verify eligibility to work in the United States by completing the required I-9 form upon hire.

Qualifications

Minimally qualified applicants will have all of the following:
  • Certification as a SAC-IT, SAC, or CSAC by the Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services.
  • Ability to work one evening per week and one weekend shift per month.
  • Training or experience performing group and individual treatment services.
  • Training or experience conducting SUD assessments such as ASAM (American Society of Addiction Medicine).
Well-qualified applicants will also have one or more of the following:
  • Experience working with dually diagnosed populations.
  • Experience working in a secured/locked setting.
  • Certification as a Clinical Supervisor-In-Training, Intermediate Clinical Supervisor, or Independent Clinical Supervisor by the Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services.
  • Experience working with patients in crisis and assisting patients to de-escalate with least restrictive interventions appropriate to situation.
Your letter of qualifications is limited to 2 pages. For a guide on developing your resume and letter of qualifications and what should be included in these materials, click here .

How To Apply

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  • Submitted materials will be evaluated by a panel of job experts according to the qualifications above.
  • Please monitor your email for communications related to this position.
  • Current or former permanent, classified, state employees must complete the online application process to be considered.
  • If viewing through an external site, please apply directly at Wisc.Jobs .
  • For technical assistance and general information, please see Frequently Asked Questions . For questions about the position, to request a copy of the full position description, or for other employment inquiries, please contact Mike Sansom at MichaelJ.Sansom@DHS.Wisconsin.gov .
DHS is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer seeking a diverse and talented workforce.

Veterans are encouraged to apply. For complete information on Veterans' hiring programs with the WI Department of Veteran's Affairs, click here .

Deadline to Apply

The deadline to apply is July 15th, 2023 at 11:59 pm.