What are the responsibilities and job description for the Substance Use Disorder Counselor position at LA CLINICA DE LOS CAMPESINOS INC?
Are you Passionate About People?
Do you enjoy helping others and making a meaningful impact in the lives of patients and in the community? If so, we'd love to meet you!
At Noble Community Clinics, we foster a culture of collaboration, respect and accountability, working together to deliver inclusive, high-quality care to the communities we serve.
About Us
Noble Community Clinics is a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) that has been delivering exceptional, integrated healthcare to Wisconsin communities for over 60 years. Our mission is to ensure high-quality, accessible healthcare while fostering the well-being of our patients, staff, and communities.
About the Role
We are seeking a compassionate, dedicated professional to join our team as a Substance Use Disorder Counselor. In this role, you will work directly with clients to assess needs, create personalized treatment plans, and provide counseling to support recovery from substance use and co-occurring disorders.
What You'll Do
- Provide individual and group counseling for clients struggling with substance use disorders.
- Conduct comprehensive assessments to develop individualized treatment plans and goals.
- Offer crisis intervention and support to clients in need.
- Educate clients and their families about substance use, recovery, and relapse prevention.
- Monitor client progress, maintain accurate documentation, and provide regular reports.
- Ensure compliance with all ethical and legal guidelines in substance abuse counseling.
- Maintain confidentiality and uphold client privacy rights.
What It Takes
- Degree in a Human Services related field or equivalent preferred.
- Substance Use Disorder Counselor Certification preferred (SAC, CSAC).
- Minimum of one year of applicable experience required.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification required.
- Maintain a valid state of Wisconsin Driver's License, as well as the ability to pass the requirements to complete the minimum requirements to operate a company vehicle.
- Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, including excellent interviewing and assessment skills in delivering trauma informed care and motivational interviewing
- Knowledge and solid working understanding of human growth and behavior, addictions, recovery and co-occurring disorders.
- Knowledge and solid working understanding of current social and economic problems of mental illness, homelessness, poverty, alcohol and other drug addictions, and developmental disabilities and the way these problems affect the individual and family
It is the policy of Noble Community Clinics to provide equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.
