Mental Health Counselor

Acadia Healthcare

. Provide high quality, compassionate guidance in individual and group counseling sessions .

Posted 11/2/2026part-timeRemote • Wisconsin • United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in individual and group counseling for substance use recovery, utilizing evidence-based practices such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Motivational Interviewing (MI). Proficient in case management, documentation, and compliance with state and federal regulations.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Master’s Degree In Social Or Health Services FieldExperience In Addiction Recovery Or Behavioral Health SettingsFamiliarity With Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT)LPC, LMFT, Or LCSW License/CertificationKnowledge Of Evidence-Based Practices

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Hard Skills

Individual CounselingGroup CounselingCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Motivational Interviewing (MI)Documentation Of Clinical NotesTreatment PlanningCrisis InterventionAssessment ConductingRelapse Prevention TechniquesCase Management

Soft Skills

Compassionate GuidanceCollaboration In Multidisciplinary TeamsEffective Communication

Certifications & Qualifications

LPCLMFTLCSW

Industry Keywords

Addiction RecoveryBehavioral HealthMedication-Assisted Treatment (MAT)State Regulatory Standards42 CFR Part 2HIPAAJoint Commission Standards

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide high quality, compassionate guidance in individual and group counseling sessions
Plan, oversee, facilitate, and document patients’ recovery
Co-facilitate assigned group or family sessions as needed
Complete documentation regarding patient care, treatment, and incidents in a timely, clear, and concise manner
Prepare individual treatment plans for assigned patients
Conduct initial and follow-up assessments
Evaluate patient needs and determine whether referrals to other programs or facilities are needed
Plan aftercare for assigned patients as needed
Provide crisis intervention to patients as needed
Provide case management duties to ensure individualized quality care
Act as a liaison between referral sources and patients as needed

Requirements

What you’ll need

Master’s degree in social or health services field
Degree must be from an accredited college or university
Previous experience in addiction recovery or behavioral health settings, such as outpatient, residential, or correctional facilities
Familiarity with Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT), including methadone, buprenorphine, and naltrexone
Experience conducting individual and group counseling sessions focused on substance use recovery
Knowledge of evidence-based practices, such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), and relapse prevention techniques
Documentation experience, including maintaining clinical notes, treatment plans, and progress updates in accordance with state and federal guidelines
Familiarity with state regulatory standards, including 42 CFR Part 2, HIPAA, and Joint Commission standards
Experience collaborating in a multidisciplinary team with medical staff, case managers, and peer support specialists
LPC, LMFT, or LCSW license/certification
Remote work restricted to Wisconsin

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
Competitive 401(k) plan
Paid vacation and sick time
Employer-paid clinical supervision (free to employees)
Free and unlimited access to 500+ accredited Continuing Education Units (CEUs)
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) offering continued support to employee lifestyle and well-being
Early morning hours offering a great work/life balance
Opportunity for growth that is second to none in the industry
Eligible positions may qualify for student loan forgiveness through HRSA, depending on clinic site eligibility