Lutheran Social Service of WI & Upper MI in collaboration with Racine County is seeking an AODA Counselor to join our team. This position is a full time, 40 hour a week position with benefits. The AODA Counselor will be working with individuals with drug or alcohol abuse concerns primarily out of the Racine County Jail.
The AODA Counselor provides comprehensive counseling and case management services to individuals presenting with a variety of AODA issues, including those with legal convictions.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
This list of duties and responsibilities is not all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties and responsibilities, as management may deem necessary from time to time.
PERKS:
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 or Bachelor's degree in Human Services field required. An equivalent combination of education, training and experience may be considered.
* At least two years of related AODA experience is required. Five years counseling experience preferred.
* Ability to establish a therapeutic relationship.
* Ability to relate to highly diverse population.
* Ability to work independently.
* Ability to solve problems and negotiate solutions.
* Knowledge of DHS 75 regulations
* Knowledge of evidence based practices.
* Knowledge of community resources.
* Ability to work well with treatment team and community members.
* Interacts with the public in a professional manner.
* Must be able and willing to work evenings.
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.
* Employee licensed in the State of Wisconsin as a SAC or CSAC is strongly preferred.
* Employee must be licensed in the State of Wisconsin as a SAC-IT with the ability to obtain SAC within 6 months of hire is required.
TRAVEL: Ability to travel on day trips as required. Some overnight travel may be required.
LSS is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, disability status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.
Required
Associate Degree or better in Hum. Serv. or Related Field.
Preferred
Bachelor Degree or better in Hum. Serv. or Related Field.
Required
2 years: AODA
Preferred
5 years: Counseling
Required
Driver's License
SAC - In Training
Preferred
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