SUBSTANCE USE COUNSELOR- BOWLING GREEN, MO Job at Gateway Foundation Inc, Bowling Green, MO

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  • Gateway Foundation Inc
  • Bowling Green, MO

Job Description

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, while embracing diversity, equity, and inclusion for every individual in every community.  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

 

Substance Abuse Counselors are responsible for:

  • Completing comprehensive assessments of clients’ substance abuse history and treatment requirements, and developing individualized treatment plans
  • Providing individual and group counseling and may facilitate didactic groups
  • Documenting treatment and discharge plans, clients’ progress and responses to treatment; and maintaining related records and charts
  • Performing case management and contributing to client care monitoring
  • Other duties as assigned

Job Requirements:

 

  • Bachelor’s degree in psychology, counseling, social work or a related field a plus (High School diploma or equivalent required)
  • 6 months of previous experience in substance abuse or mental health counseling in a corrections environment desired
  • Higher credential through the Missouri Credentialing Board (CADC, CRADC, CRAADC, CCJP) a plus.
  • This is a full-time position working Monday- Friday, with 1 Saturday every 3 months
  • Must be able to obtain Missouri Department of Corrections clearance

Physical Requirements:

 

  1. Ability to walk and move about the facilities for up to two hours at a time, to monitor and interact with clients
  2. 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.
  3. Ability to use a keyboard and video display terminal to receive, retrieve, and/or audit information and data
  4. Ability to record, proofread and check documents and files for accuracy
  5. Ability to respond to telephones, and to hear and detect alarms and unusual noises

 

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 .

Job Tags

Holiday work, Full time, Temporary work, Flexible hours, Saturday, Monday to Friday,

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