Substance Abuse Counselor

supervision@lsswis.org) and Human Capital employees can assist you in applying for this benefit.

Licensure and Exam Fees

• If the employee has been with LSS for 1 year prior, they will receive full reimbursement for licensure and/or exam costs for your first attempt. LSS also pays for bi-annual renewals.
• If the employee is considered part-time, LSS will pay for half of the associated licensure and exam costs for your first attempt. LSS also pays for bi-annual renewals.
• It is required for your position to maintain a state license in a mental health or substance abuse related field.

Clinical Supervision and Consultation

• We offer a free, robust clinical supervision experience for any type of licensure that focuses not only on client needs, but employee development.

Training

• LSS is focused on the continued growth of our employees and ensuring we provide high quality services.
• LSS employees are eligible for receiving internal as well as financial support for external trainings to support your growth and required Continuing Education (CEU) credits.

Flexibility

• LSS is a family/employee-focused agency which values work-life balance.
• Employees can adjust their schedules to accommodate personal commitments by flexing their schedule or utilizing time off.

Benefits Package

• 10 paid holidays (ex: Christmas Eve, MLK Jr. Day, Memorial Day, etc.)
• 2 personal days
• Sick & Vacation Time
• Retirement - 403b Match
• LSS makes annual raises and additional bonuses a priority for employees

QUALIFICATIONS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Upon offer, candidates must successfully complete the necessary background, caregiver, medical and any other checks required, according to program requirements. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

• Associate's Degree in a human-service or correctional field required, bachelor's degree preferred but not required.
• A minimum of 1 year of experience working with a correctional population preferred.
• Working knowledge of addictions and recovery, counseling and case management principles and methods.
• Knowledge of the federal, state, and local rules and regulations governing the delivery of AODA services.
• Ability to provide professional addictions services to clients and their families.
• Possession of a valid SAC-IT when performing AODA duties or experience/commensurate degree for case management services.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:

• Must have a valid driver's license and have reliable transportation to perform the essential duties of the role; a motor vehicle check (MVR) with a satisfactory driving record per the LSS Driver Safety Procedure is required, and ability to meet LSS auto insurance requirements.
• Possession of a valid SAC-IT when performing AODA duties or experience/commensurate degree for case management services.

TRAVEL: Ability to travel on day trips as required up to 25%. Some overnight travel may be required.

LSS is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).