Substance Abuse Counselor

4 weeks ago


Springfield, Illinois, United States Gateway Foundation Full time
About Gateway Foundation

Gateway Foundation is a national non-profit organization dedicated to providing essential tools and knowledge for recovery from substance use and mental health disorders. With a rich history dating back to 1968, we have established ourselves as a leader in evidence-based treatment approaches and maintaining high standards. Our organization is committed to delivering high-quality clinical services to underserved populations, while fostering a vibrant culture that emphasizes teamwork, professional growth, and diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Job Summary

We are seeking a skilled Substance Abuse Counselor to join our team. As a key member of our residential treatment team, you will be responsible for conducting assessments and evaluations to determine the scope and type of care needed for our clients. You will develop comprehensive treatment plans, participate in multi-disciplinary treatment team meetings, and lead group counseling and education sessions. Additionally, you will engage clients in one-on-one individual counseling sessions, maintain accurate and timely documentation of client progress, and use excellent communication skills to guide clients toward positive choices. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's or Master's degree in psychology, counseling, social work, or a related field, and a minimum of 6 months of previous experience in substance abuse or mental health counseling. If you are passionate about making a meaningful impact in the lives of others, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding opportunity.

Responsibilities

• Conduct assessments and evaluations to determine the scope and type of care needed for clients
• Develop comprehensive treatment plans
• Participate in multi-disciplinary treatment team meetings
• Lead group counseling and education sessions
• Engage clients in one-on-one individual counseling sessions
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation of client progress
• Use excellent communication skills to guide clients toward positive choices

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in psychology, counseling, social work, or a related field
• Minimum 6 months of previous experience in substance abuse or mental health counseling
• Related work experience with a program-specific population in a residential treatment setting

Benefits

We offer a competitive compensation package, including a range of benefits to support your physical and financial well-being. These include medical, dental, and vision insurance for employees and dependents, an employee wellness program, and employee assistance programs focused on mental health. We also offer a 403(b) Retirement Plan with a 3% employer match, short-term and long-term disability and life and AD&D insurance, flexible spending accounts for medical and dependent care, and public service loan forgiveness. Additionally, we provide training and development programs, tuition reimbursement, and eLearning access to online courses that provide CEU's and job-related training. If you are passionate about making a meaningful impact in the lives of others, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding opportunity.

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