Gateway Foundation, Inc.
SUBSTANCE USE COUNSELOR- LIVE OAK, FL
Gateway Foundation, Inc., Live Oak, Florida, United States, 32064
SUBSTANCE USE COUNSELOR- LIVE OAK, FLPost Date:
Aug 23, 2024Location:
Live Oak, FL, US, 33868Position Type:
Full TimeRequisition Number:
32355Work Schedule:
Monday - Friday, 8AM - 5PMWho 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 CorrectionsPerks of working in correctional healthcare:Opportunity to make a positive impact on a marginalized populationExposure to diverse patient demographicsFocus on driving change, tracking progress, and improving careDevelopment of skills in a unique healthcare settingCounselors are responsible for:Conducts client interviews to review substance use disorder and treatment history.Evaluates client response to treatment to recommend modifications to the treatment plan and assist with caseloads and development of individualized treatment plan and preparing individually appropriate goals, interventions, and necessary support.Assists with and provides basic didactic group counseling, including psychoeducation, drug education, and family education to ensure peer support occurs.Provides individual client counseling, educational programs and lectures to address relapse prevention, problem solving, behavior modification, anger management, etc., and to assist in overcoming substance use disorder, adjusting to pro-social life, and making cognitive and behavioral changes.Under direct supervision and with supervisor's approval, carries case load, per State and contract requirements.Collaborates with clients to develop discharge summary and plans for supervisor's approval to integrate aftercare treatment with referral resource services.Coordinates required services to resolve emergency problems in crisis situations in support of continued recovery.Collects and maintains treatment records and reports to ensure organizational, regulatory, accreditation, and contractual compliance.Performs other duties as assigned.Job Requirements:Education / experience / certifications / licensure must meet contractual requirements:
Candidates with a Bachelor's/Master's degrees in a related field will also need at least 6 months of professional experience in substance use counseling and/or mental health counseling. If the degree is not in a related field then the candidate needs 1 year of professional experience.Candidates with PhD degrees will need 1 year of experience if their degree is not in a related filed.Candidates with an Associate degree will need at least 4 years of professional experience in substance use counseling and/or mental health counseling.Candidates with a H.S. diploma/GED need 6 years of experience.Candidates who hold the Florida certifications for addiction counseling (Certified Addiction Professional [CAP], Certified Criminal Justice Addiction Professional [CCJAP], Certified Associate Counselor [CAC]) would also meet the criteria.
Basic knowledge of the principles of human growth and psychosocial developmentBasic knowledge of group and individual dynamics, conflict resolution and intervention techniques based on client maturation levelBasic understanding of mental health disorders requiring referralsBasic communication skills to exchange information and interact with various internal and external audiences regarding client careActive listening skills and social perceptivenessAbility to read and interpret policies and instructionsAbility to understand side effects and impact of medications on clientAdaptability / flexibility: ability to shift prioritiesPhysical Requirements:Ability to walk and move about the facilities for up to two hours at a time, to monitor and interact with clientsExerting 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 record, proofread and check documents and files for accuracy, to prepare and analyze data and figures, transcribe, readAbility to use a keyboard and video display terminal to receive, retrieve, and/or audit information and dataAbility to respond to telephones, and to hear and detect alarms and unusual noisesBenefits at Gateway Foundation:Health and Wellness:Medical, dental, and vision insurance for employees and dependentsEmployee wellness program promoting health and fitness and offering cash-saving premiumsEmployee assistance programs focused on mental healthFinancial Wellbeing:403(b) Retirement Plan with 3% employer matchShort-term and Long-term Disability and Life and AD&D Insurance paid for by GatewayFlexible Spending Accounts for medical and dependent carePublic Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)Flexibility and Time Off:18 paid time off days per year - accrual rates increase with years of service9 paid company holidaysWork-life-balancePersonal Development:Training & Development ProgramsTuition Reimbursement - up to $5,250 per calendar yeareLearning access to online courses that provide CEU's and job-related trainingClinical Supervision: Formal and informal guidanceGateway 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.Nearest Major Market:
Lakeland
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Aug 23, 2024Location:
Live Oak, FL, US, 33868Position Type:
Full TimeRequisition Number:
32355Work Schedule:
Monday - Friday, 8AM - 5PMWho 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 CorrectionsPerks of working in correctional healthcare:Opportunity to make a positive impact on a marginalized populationExposure to diverse patient demographicsFocus on driving change, tracking progress, and improving careDevelopment of skills in a unique healthcare settingCounselors are responsible for:Conducts client interviews to review substance use disorder and treatment history.Evaluates client response to treatment to recommend modifications to the treatment plan and assist with caseloads and development of individualized treatment plan and preparing individually appropriate goals, interventions, and necessary support.Assists with and provides basic didactic group counseling, including psychoeducation, drug education, and family education to ensure peer support occurs.Provides individual client counseling, educational programs and lectures to address relapse prevention, problem solving, behavior modification, anger management, etc., and to assist in overcoming substance use disorder, adjusting to pro-social life, and making cognitive and behavioral changes.Under direct supervision and with supervisor's approval, carries case load, per State and contract requirements.Collaborates with clients to develop discharge summary and plans for supervisor's approval to integrate aftercare treatment with referral resource services.Coordinates required services to resolve emergency problems in crisis situations in support of continued recovery.Collects and maintains treatment records and reports to ensure organizational, regulatory, accreditation, and contractual compliance.Performs other duties as assigned.Job Requirements:Education / experience / certifications / licensure must meet contractual requirements:
Candidates with a Bachelor's/Master's degrees in a related field will also need at least 6 months of professional experience in substance use counseling and/or mental health counseling. If the degree is not in a related field then the candidate needs 1 year of professional experience.Candidates with PhD degrees will need 1 year of experience if their degree is not in a related filed.Candidates with an Associate degree will need at least 4 years of professional experience in substance use counseling and/or mental health counseling.Candidates with a H.S. diploma/GED need 6 years of experience.Candidates who hold the Florida certifications for addiction counseling (Certified Addiction Professional [CAP], Certified Criminal Justice Addiction Professional [CCJAP], Certified Associate Counselor [CAC]) would also meet the criteria.
Basic knowledge of the principles of human growth and psychosocial developmentBasic knowledge of group and individual dynamics, conflict resolution and intervention techniques based on client maturation levelBasic understanding of mental health disorders requiring referralsBasic communication skills to exchange information and interact with various internal and external audiences regarding client careActive listening skills and social perceptivenessAbility to read and interpret policies and instructionsAbility to understand side effects and impact of medications on clientAdaptability / flexibility: ability to shift prioritiesPhysical Requirements:Ability to walk and move about the facilities for up to two hours at a time, to monitor and interact with clientsExerting 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 record, proofread and check documents and files for accuracy, to prepare and analyze data and figures, transcribe, readAbility to use a keyboard and video display terminal to receive, retrieve, and/or audit information and dataAbility to respond to telephones, and to hear and detect alarms and unusual noisesBenefits at Gateway Foundation:Health and Wellness:Medical, dental, and vision insurance for employees and dependentsEmployee wellness program promoting health and fitness and offering cash-saving premiumsEmployee assistance programs focused on mental healthFinancial Wellbeing:403(b) Retirement Plan with 3% employer matchShort-term and Long-term Disability and Life and AD&D Insurance paid for by GatewayFlexible Spending Accounts for medical and dependent carePublic Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)Flexibility and Time Off:18 paid time off days per year - accrual rates increase with years of service9 paid company holidaysWork-life-balancePersonal Development:Training & Development ProgramsTuition Reimbursement - up to $5,250 per calendar yeareLearning access to online courses that provide CEU's and job-related trainingClinical Supervision: Formal and informal guidanceGateway 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.Nearest Major Market:
Lakeland
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