AODA Counselor/Group Counselor

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 Part-time AODA/Group Counselor in the Marinette region, approximately 25-29 hours per week. The AODA Counselor is responsible for providing substance abuse counseling and group facilitation to adult correctional clients in individual or group settings.
The weekly schedule is somewhat flexible and will be based on program needs and client availability for groups.

Primary Job Duties:

• Completes intake and orientation materials for newly admitted clients.
• Facilitates treatment group sessions, using the approved curriculum provided. This will include AODA treatment, Co-Occurring Disorders, Anger Management, Healthy Relationships, and Trauma-Informed Care.
• Completes UPC and AODA assessments as well as counseling
• Evaluates and documents client participation by monitoring behavior, attitude, and progress.
• 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.

Education & Work Experience:

• 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)
• Knowledge and use of Motivational Interviewing techniques.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• 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.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action

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 participation, or use or non use of lawful products off the employer’s premises during working hours. All employees are expected to support goals and programmatic activities relating to nondiscrimination in employment. No otherwise qualified applicant for service or service participant shall be excluded from participation, be denied benefits, or otherwise be subject to discrimination in any manner on the basis of race, color, national origin or ancestry, age, sex, disability or association with a person with a disability. Under the Food Stamp Act and USDA policy, discrimination is prohibited also on the basis of religion, political beliefs or affiliation. This policy covers eligibility for the access to service delivery, and treatment in all of our programs and activities.

As a Federal Contractor, ACS supports Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 which prohibits discrimination of qualified individuals with disabilities, and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974 which prohibits discrimination of covered veterans; and requires affirmative action in all personnel practices for qualified individuals with disabilities and for covered veterans.#HP

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