Substance Use Disorder Counselor, Aspen Center

Job overview

The Substance Use Disorder Counselor, Aspen Center role is onsite in Waukesha, WI. Compensation is not specified as one rate; the posting lists starting hourly rates of $22.75 for SAC-IT, $26.00 for SAC, and $28.00 for CSAC credentials. Aspen Center provides residential substance use treatment for men in a supportive, recovery-focused environment. The counselor provides addiction counseling, case management, assessments, and individualized support to residents working toward recovery. The role coordinates treatment and community resources, documents services, and helps clients build skills and confidence for lasting recovery.

What you'll do

• Provide addiction counseling and case management
• complete assessments, screenings, diagnostics, referrals, and documentation
• plan and facilitate individual and group counseling
• coordinate social, community, mental health, and other supportive services
• communicate with clients, team members, families, and community partners
• participate in meetings, supervision, training, and professional development.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

substance use disorder counselor

aspen center

waukesha wi

residential treatment

recovery support

addiction counseling

case management

group counseling

sac-it

sac

csac

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Why this role

Requires a valid SAC-IT or CSAC credential through the Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services. Schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m., with potential evening hours for groups.

About the employer

Lutheran Social Services of WI & UP MI is hiring for this role. Industry: Residential Mental Health and Substance Abuse Facilities. Sector: 62.