Gateway Foundation, Inc.
COUNSELOR II - COMM
Gateway Foundation, Inc., Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290
COUNSELOR II - COMM
Post Date:
Aug 26, 2024Location:
Chicago, IL, US, 60654Position Type:
Full TimeRequisition Number:
32358Work Schedule:
8:00am - 5:00pmWho 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 have the opportunity to find both personal and professional fulfillment by aligning your career with your values.Substance Abuse Counselors (CADC, LPC or LSW) are responsible for:Completing comprehensive assessments of clients' substance abuse history and treatment requirements and preparing individualized, developmentally appropriate treatment plansProviding individual and group counseling and educational programs in accordance with treatment plansDocumenting treatment and discharge plans and clients' progress and responses to treatment, as well as maintaining related records and chartsPerforming case management and contributing to client care monitoringCaseload typically includes some complex cases requiring more intensive servicesOther duties as assignedJob 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 requiredCurrent certification as a substance abuse counselor (CADC) or higher licensure (LPC, LSW) in state of hire requiredMinimum 2 years of previous experience in substance abuse or mental health counseling requiredRelated work experience with program specific population (adolescent/adult) and residential treatment setting requiredPhysical 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 use a keyboard and video display terminal to receive, retrieve, and/or audit information and dataAbility to record, proofread and check documents and files for accuracyAbility to respond to telephones, and to hear and detect alarms and unusual noisesMust be at least 21 years of age to operate a Gateway vehicleBenefits at Gateway Foundation: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:
Chicago
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Post Date:
Aug 26, 2024Location:
Chicago, IL, US, 60654Position Type:
Full TimeRequisition Number:
32358Work Schedule:
8:00am - 5:00pmWho 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 have the opportunity to find both personal and professional fulfillment by aligning your career with your values.Substance Abuse Counselors (CADC, LPC or LSW) are responsible for:Completing comprehensive assessments of clients' substance abuse history and treatment requirements and preparing individualized, developmentally appropriate treatment plansProviding individual and group counseling and educational programs in accordance with treatment plansDocumenting treatment and discharge plans and clients' progress and responses to treatment, as well as maintaining related records and chartsPerforming case management and contributing to client care monitoringCaseload typically includes some complex cases requiring more intensive servicesOther duties as assignedJob 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 requiredCurrent certification as a substance abuse counselor (CADC) or higher licensure (LPC, LSW) in state of hire requiredMinimum 2 years of previous experience in substance abuse or mental health counseling requiredRelated work experience with program specific population (adolescent/adult) and residential treatment setting requiredPhysical 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 use a keyboard and video display terminal to receive, retrieve, and/or audit information and dataAbility to record, proofread and check documents and files for accuracyAbility to respond to telephones, and to hear and detect alarms and unusual noisesMust be at least 21 years of age to operate a Gateway vehicleBenefits at Gateway Foundation: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:
Chicago
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