Residential Substance Abuse Counselor

1 week ago

Wilmington, Delaware, United States Gateway Foundation Inc Full time

About Gateway Foundation, Inc.

Gateway Foundation, Inc. is a prominent non-profit organization committed to assisting individuals facing challenges related to substance use and mental health disorders. Since its inception in 1968, Gateway has been instrumental in providing vital resources and insights for recovery, positively influencing countless lives. With operations spanning Community Services, Corrections Divisions, and Corporate Headquarters, the organization is esteemed for its innovative and effective treatment methodologies, upholding exceptional standards.

Why Consider a Career with Us?

We invite you to explore a career where your contributions can make a significant difference. Our organization is dedicated to delivering high-quality clinical services as a recognized authority in evidence-based treatment that yields positive outcomes. By becoming part of our team, you will have the opportunity to offer essential services to underserved communities while working for an organization that prioritizes your well-being and strives to be an employer of choice. Expect to engage in a dynamic culture that promotes teamwork and professional development, while championing diversity, equity, and inclusion for every individual in every community. Discover both personal and professional satisfaction by aligning your career with your core values.

Behavioral Healthcare Services in Corrections

Advantages of Working in Correctional Healthcare:

  • Opportunity to positively influence a marginalized demographic
  • Exposure to a wide range of patient backgrounds
  • Focus on driving improvements, monitoring progress, and enhancing care
  • Development of skills in a distinctive healthcare environment

Key Responsibilities of Residential Substance Abuse Counselors:

  • Facilitating group counseling sessions, educational programs, and lectures to aid clients in achieving therapeutic objectives
  • Providing individual counseling to deliver crisis intervention, support, and guidance, addressing client behaviors and personal challenges
  • Documenting client progress and responses to treatment
  • Maintaining accurate and up-to-date client records
  • Ensuring the safety and well-being of clients
  • Monitoring client behavior during social, recreational, or daily activities
  • Enforcing established house rules
  • Performing additional duties as assigned

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in psychology, counseling, social work, or a related field preferred (High school diploma or equivalent required)
  • A minimum of 6 months of prior experience in substance abuse or mental health counseling is required
  • Relevant experience with a specific population (adolescent/adult) in a residential treatment setting is required

Physical Requirements:

  • Ability to walk and navigate the facilities for up to two hours at a time to monitor and interact with clients.
  • Ability to communicate effectively with others to exchange information and provide counseling.
  • Ability to record, proofread, and verify documents and files for accuracy regularly.
  • Ability to utilize a keyboard and video display terminal to receive, retrieve, and/or audit information and data consistently.
  • Ability to respond to telephones and to hear and identify alarms and unusual sounds.
  • Ability to operate a vehicle, remaining alert to traffic conditions and complying with traffic signals and signs.

Benefits Offered by Gateway Foundation:

Health and Wellness:

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance for employees and their dependents
  • Employee wellness initiatives promoting health and fitness with cash-saving premiums
  • Employee assistance programs focused on mental health support

Financial Wellbeing:

  • 403(b) Retirement Plan with a 3% employer match
  • Short-term and long-term disability and life insurance provided by Gateway
  • Flexible Spending Accounts for medical and dependent care expenses
  • Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program

Flexibility and Time Off:

  • 18 paid time off days annually, with accrual rates increasing with years of service
  • 9 paid company holidays
  • Work-life balance initiatives

Personal Development Opportunities:

  • Access to training and development programs
  • Tuition reimbursement up to $5,250 per calendar year
  • eLearning access to online courses providing CEUs and job-related training
  • Clinical supervision offering formal and informal guidance

Gateway Foundation is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace.

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