Gateway Foundation, Inc.
Substance Use Counselor - Wrightsville, GA
Gateway Foundation, Inc., Wrightsville, Georgia, United States, 31096
Substance Use Counselor - Wrightsville, GA
Post Date:
Aug 20, 2024
Location:
Wrightsville, GA, US, 31096
Position Type:
Full Time
Requisition Number:
31735
Work Schedule:
Monday - Thursday, 10-hour shifts
Are you interested in Substance Abuse Counseling and want to get certified for FREE?
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.
Why join us?
We also pride ourselves on being a great place to work! Gateway provides a culture of collaboration and mutual respect. We aim to develop our staff by providing the training and clinical supervision hours you need to pursue a career in substance use counseling!
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
**Certifications/Licensures are NOT required for Entry Level Counselors**
Substance Abuse Counselors are responsible for:
Conducts client interviews and assessments to review substance use disorder and treatment history.
Evaluates client response to treatment to recommend modifications to the treatment plan.
Assists with and provides didactic group counseling, including psychoeducation, drug education, and family education.
Provides individual client counseling, educational programs, and lectures to address relapse prevention and behavior modification.
Carries a case load of up to 25 clients.
Collaborates with clients to develop discharge summary and continuing care plans.
Coordinates required services to resolve emergency problems in crisis situations.
Collects and maintains treatment records to ensure compliance.
Performs office administrative duties.
Job Requirements:
Must have a minimum of a Bachelor's Degree in a helping profession from an accredited college or university.
Some previous counseling experience, experience in substance use disorder or mental health treatment is preferred.
Must obtain certification as identified by state within 30 months of the first date that the counseling services are provided.
Must be able to obtain Georgia Department of Corrections clearance to work in the correctional institution.
Physical Requirements:
Works in a correctional facility.
Ability to walk and move about the facilities for up to two hours at a time.
Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally.
Ability to use a keyboard and video display terminal.
Ability to record, proofread and check documents and files for accuracy.
Ability to respond to telephones and to hear and detect alarms.
Compensation (based on experience and credentials):
Entry Level: $19 - $20 per hour
Certified: $23 - $25 per hour
**$2,500 Sign On Bonus for Certified/Licensed Counselors***
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.
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.
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.
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.
Nearest Major Market:
Macon
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Post Date:
Aug 20, 2024
Location:
Wrightsville, GA, US, 31096
Position Type:
Full Time
Requisition Number:
31735
Work Schedule:
Monday - Thursday, 10-hour shifts
Are you interested in Substance Abuse Counseling and want to get certified for FREE?
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.
Why join us?
We also pride ourselves on being a great place to work! Gateway provides a culture of collaboration and mutual respect. We aim to develop our staff by providing the training and clinical supervision hours you need to pursue a career in substance use counseling!
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
**Certifications/Licensures are NOT required for Entry Level Counselors**
Substance Abuse Counselors are responsible for:
Conducts client interviews and assessments to review substance use disorder and treatment history.
Evaluates client response to treatment to recommend modifications to the treatment plan.
Assists with and provides didactic group counseling, including psychoeducation, drug education, and family education.
Provides individual client counseling, educational programs, and lectures to address relapse prevention and behavior modification.
Carries a case load of up to 25 clients.
Collaborates with clients to develop discharge summary and continuing care plans.
Coordinates required services to resolve emergency problems in crisis situations.
Collects and maintains treatment records to ensure compliance.
Performs office administrative duties.
Job Requirements:
Must have a minimum of a Bachelor's Degree in a helping profession from an accredited college or university.
Some previous counseling experience, experience in substance use disorder or mental health treatment is preferred.
Must obtain certification as identified by state within 30 months of the first date that the counseling services are provided.
Must be able to obtain Georgia Department of Corrections clearance to work in the correctional institution.
Physical Requirements:
Works in a correctional facility.
Ability to walk and move about the facilities for up to two hours at a time.
Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally.
Ability to use a keyboard and video display terminal.
Ability to record, proofread and check documents and files for accuracy.
Ability to respond to telephones and to hear and detect alarms.
Compensation (based on experience and credentials):
Entry Level: $19 - $20 per hour
Certified: $23 - $25 per hour
**$2,500 Sign On Bonus for Certified/Licensed Counselors***
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.
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.
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.
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.
Nearest Major Market:
Macon
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