Certified Substance Abuse Counselor

Certified Substance Abuse Counselor (CADC, LSW, or LPC) Post Date: Nov 28, 2025 Location: Lake Villa, IL, US, 60046 Position Type: Full Time Requisition Number: 33614 Work Schedule: Tuesday-Saturday 8:00am-4:00pm 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 have the opportunity to find both personal and professional fulfillment by aligning your career with your values. Location: 25480 W. Cedarcrest Lane Lake Villa, IL 60046 Work Schedule:  Tuesday through Saturday from 8:00am-4:00pm with one late night shift (hours are 11pm-7pm). Sunday through Thursday from 8:00am-4pm with one later morning shift of 10am-6pm on Friday Residential (CADC, LPC or LSW) Substance Abuse Counselors are responsible for: Completing comprehensive assessments of clients’ substance abuse history and treatment requirements and preparing individualized, developmentally appropriate treatment plans Providing individual and group counseling and educational programs in accordance with treatment plans Documenting treatment and discharge plans and clients’ progress and responses to treatment, as well as maintaining related records and charts Performing case management and contributing to client care monitoring Caseload typically includes some complex cases requiring more intensive services Other duties as assigned Job Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent education and life experience, with a minimum of 100 hours of documented clinical training in counseling theory and practice required Current certification as a substance abuse counselor (CADC) or higher licensure (LPC, LSW) in state of hire required Minimum 2 years of previous experience in substance abuse or mental health counseling required Related work experience with program specific population (adolescent/adult) and residential treatment setting required 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 Must be at least 21 years of age to operate a Gateway vehicle Compensation (based on experience and credentials):  Range begins at $25.64 - $32.28 per hour 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