What are the responsibilities and job description for the SUBSTANCE USE COUNSELOR - Rawlins, WY position at Gateway Foundation?

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 Use Counselors are responsible for :

Under general supervision, provides support, intervention, direction, and conflict resolution to encourage clients through difficult phases of recovery during substance use disorder treatment. Conducts comprehensive assessments and develops and implements complex treatment plans for clients with dual diagnoses, social or mental health issues. May guide other Counselors in resolving complex case problems.

Completing comprehensive assessments and treatment planning for caseload, and providing counseling services to clients

Developing and implementing complex treatment and discharge plans for clients with dual diagnoses, social or mental health issues

Serving as a professional resource to other Counselors in resolving complex case problems, and providing clinical supervision and guidance as needed

May conduct in-service and continuing education programs for treatment staff

Assuming responsibility for overseeing Counselors in absence of Supervisor

Other duties as assigned

Job Requirements :

Master's Degree

3 years clinical experience

1 year TC experience preferred

Current WY license or provisional required

This is a full-time position; some nights and weekends may be required

Relocation and sign-on bonuses are available. As a Gateway employee, you may also be eligible to apply for loan forgiveness.

Physical Requirements :

Ability to speak with others in order to exchange information and provide counseling.

Ability to record and proofread information on forms and charts.

Ability to respond to telephones and pages, and hear speech.

Ability to use a keyboard and video display terminal to receive, retrieve, and / or audit information and data on a regular basis.

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.

Salary : $5,250

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