Mental Health Counselor

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Wisconsin.

📋 Description

• Deliver compassionate and high-quality guidance during individual and group counseling sessions.

• Plan, oversee, facilitate, and document the recovery process for patients.

• Co-facilitate designated group or family sessions as required.

• Complete all documentation related to patient care, treatment, and incidents promptly, clearly, and concisely.

• Develop individual treatment plans for assigned patients.

• Conduct initial assessments and follow-up evaluations.

• Assess patient needs and decide if referrals to other programs or facilities are necessary.

• Plan aftercare for assigned patients as required.

• Provide crisis intervention to patients when necessary.

• Perform case management duties to ensure personalized quality care.

• Serve as a liaison between referral sources and patients as needed.

⛳️ Requirements

• Master’s degree in a field related to social or health services.

• Degree must be obtained from an accredited institution.

• Previous experience in addiction recovery or behavioral health environments, including outpatient, residential, or correctional settings.

• Knowledge of Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT), including methadone, buprenorphine, and naltrexone.

• Experience in conducting individual and group counseling sessions centered on substance use recovery.

• Familiarity with evidence-based practices, such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), and relapse prevention techniques.

• Documentation experience, including the maintenance of clinical notes, treatment plans, and progress updates in compliance with state and federal regulations.

• Understanding of state regulatory standards, including 42 CFR Part 2, HIPAA, and Joint Commission guidelines.

• Experience working collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team with medical personnel, case managers, and peer support specialists.

• LPC, LMFT, or LCSW license/certification required.

• Remote work is limited to Wisconsin.

🏝️ Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance.

• Competitive 401(k) plan.

• Paid vacation and sick leave.

• Employer-sponsored clinical supervision at no cost to employees.

• Free and unlimited access to over 500 accredited Continuing Education Units (CEUs).

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) providing ongoing support for employee lifestyle and well-being.

• Early morning hours that promote a healthy work/life balance.

• Exceptional opportunities for career growth within the industry.

• Eligible positions may qualify for student loan forgiveness through HRSA, based on clinic site eligibility.