SUBSTANCE USE COUNSELOR

(LPC/ P-LPC/ CADC/ CRADC/MAADC) 3.0 3.0 out of 5 stars Vandalia, MO 63382 $40,000

• $60,000 a year
• Full-time Gateway Foundation Inc 478 reviews $40,000
• $60,000 a year
• Full-time Who is Gateway Foundation?

Gateway Foundation, Inc. is a national non-profit dedicated to helping individuals with substance use and mental health disorders. Established in 1968, Gateway provides essential tools and knowledge for recovery, positively impacting hundreds of thousands of lives. Operating through its Community Services, Corrections Divisions, and Corporate Headquarters, the organization is recognized for innovative, effective treatment approaches and maintaining high standards. Why join us? Consider joining our team, where your impact can be truly meaningful. Our organization focuses on delivering high quality clinical services as a recognized leader in evidence-based treatment proven to get results. By joining our team, you'll have the chance to provide essential services to underserved populations, all while working for an organization that values you and aims to be an employer of choice. You can expect to be part of a vibrant culture that emphasizes teamwork and professional growth. When you join us, you'll discover personal and professional fulfillment by aligning your career with your values. We are honored to offer behavioral healthcare services in Corrections Perks of working in correctional healthcare: Opportunity to make a positive impact on a marginalized population Exposure to diverse patient demographics Focus on driving change, tracking progress, and improving care Development of skills in a unique healthcare setting

Location:

Women's Eastern Reception & Diagnostic Correctional Center

• 1101 Hwy.

E 54 PO Box 300 Vandalia, MO 63382 In-Prison Substance Use Disorder Treatment Service Facility for

Women Work Schedule:

Monday

• Friday from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM Substance Abuse Counselors are responsible for: Completes comprehensive assessments of clients' substance abuse history and treatment requirements, and develops individualized treatment plan.

Provides individual and group counseling and may facilitate didactic groups. Documents treatment and discharge plans, and clients' progress and responses to treatment; and maintains related records and charts. Performs case management and contributes to client care monitoring.

Job Requirements:

Bachelor's or Master's degree in psychology, counseling, social work, or closely related field preferred Institutional Treatment Professionals shall be credentialed or eligible for credentialing. Possession of a masters-level state licensure in social work or counseling is preferred CADC, CRADC, P-LPC, LPC, P-LMFT, LMFT, LMSW or LCSW is required Minimum 2-3 years clinical counseling experience, with concurrent experience in the treatment of substance abuse and dual-diagnoses preferred At least 6 months of development counseling experience with the program specific population preferred Must be able to obtain Missouri Department of Corrections clearance as the work environment is a correctional institution

Physical Requirements:

Ability to walk and move about the facilities for up to two hours at a time, to monitor and interact with clients Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects. Ability to use a keyboard and video display terminal to receive, retrieve, and/or audit information and data Ability to record, proofread and check documents and files for accuracy Ability to respond to telephones, and to hear and detect alarms and unusual noises Compensation (based on experience and credentials) : $40,000

• $60,000 annually Gateway Foundation conducts annual reviews including merit increases.

Benefits at

Gateway Foundation:

Health and Wellness:

Medical, dental, and vision insurance for employees and dependents Employee wellness program promoting health and fitness and offering cash-saving premiums Employee assistance programs focused on mental health

Financial Wellbeing:

403(b) Retirement Plan with 3% employer match Short-term and Long-term Disability and Life and AD&D Insurance paid for by Gateway Flexible Spending Accounts for medical and dependent care Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)

Flexibility and Time Off:

18 paid time off days per year

• accrual rates increase with years of service 9 paid company holidays

Work-life-balance Personal Development:

Training & Development Programs Tuition Reimbursement

• up to $5,250 per calendar year eLearning access to online courses that provide CEU's and job-related training

Clinical Supervision:

Formal and informal guidance Gateway Foundation is an

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Race/Color/Sex/Sexual Orientation/ Gender Identity/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Vets. Please view Equal Employment Opportunity Posters provided by OFCCP here.