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Program Supervisor - Residential Treatment - Substance Use Disorder

Lutheran Social Services
vision insurance, paid time off, paid holidays, 403(b), mileage reimbursement
United States, Wisconsin, Eau Claire
Feb 27, 2026
Lutheran Social Services (LSS) is a private, non-profit, human service agency providing a variety of services throughout Wisconsin and Upper Michigan. Over the years, LSS has grown to become one of the largest human service agencies in the two state area serving more than 125,000 clients annually. We are looking for passionate, mission-driven individuals like you to help provide services including outpatient behavioral health management, international, domestic and special needs adoptions, older adult services, support services for children, youth and families, community corrections programs and support services for adults with disabilities and/or mental health concerns.

Motivated by the compassion of Christ, we help people improve the quality of their lives. Does this describe your personal mission statement? Are you motivated to serve by sharing your talents? If you would like to help us achieve our mission, please apply for the following opportunity.

Description
Program Supervisor - Residential Treatment (Substance Use Disorder)

Fahrman Center | Lutheran Social Services of WI & Upper MI
Full-Time | Typically 8am-4pm | Eau Claire, WI

Are you passionate about helping individuals overcome addiction and build a new future? Do you want to use your leadership skills to guide a dedicated team supporting adults on their sobriety journey? Join Lutheran Social Services as a Program Supervisor - Residential Treatment at the Fahrman Center, a 42bed residential program providing substance use disorder treatment and restorative justice services.

This CoSupervisor role shares daytoday program oversight, staff support, and operational leadership to ensure highquality, compliant, and compassionate care.


What You'll Do

  • Provide leadership for daily program operations
  • Ensure quality services that meet licensing, contract, and bestpractice standards
  • Supervise, train, schedule, and evaluate program staff
  • Identify and support staff training needs
  • Conduct case record reviews, case consultation, and occasional direct care
  • Manage budget expenditures and support annual budget development
  • Uphold agency policies, mission, values, and service standards
  • Facilitate staff meetings and ensure strong team communication
  • Support a safe and positive environment for clients and colleagues


What You Need

  • Associate's degree in social work, psychology, sociology, or related field
  • 3+ years of experience in social services or related field; experience with similar populations preferred
  • Supervisory experience preferred
  • Bachelor's degree in a related field preferred
  • Valid driver's license & reliable transportation
  • SAC-IT required; SAC or CSAC strongly preferred
  • Strong verbal, written, and technology skills
  • Ability to lead, coach, and model professionalism


Benefits & Perks

  • Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible
  • Medical, dental, vision insurance
  • Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Mileage reimbursement
  • Paid Time Off + 10 paid holidays
  • 403(b) retirement contributions
  • Annual raises prioritized
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Service awards & recognition
  • Clinical supervision provided


Work Environment

  • Combination of office and residential treatment setting
  • May require local travel and occasional statewide travel
  • Moderate physical activity including standing, walking, and occasional lifting
  • Moderate noise level


Lutheran Social Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).

Qualifications
Education
Bachelor Degree of Hum. Serv. or Related Field (preferred)
Associate Degree of Hum. Serv. or Related Field (required)
Licenses & Certifications
Clin. Sub. Abuse Cnslr (preferred)
Substance Abuse Counselor (preferred)
SAC - In Training (required)
Driver's License (required)
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

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