Certified Residential Addictions Counselor
About The Position
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. This role is part of the Corrections Division, offering behavioral healthcare services in a correctional setting. The Newcastle location at Wyoming Honor Conservation Camp offers a unique and supportive work environment in a scenic, open-campus setting near the Black Hills and close to Rapid City, SD. Staff enjoy free daily meals, strong team camaraderie, and opportunities to participate in DOC events, fundraisers, and community initiatives.
Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree
- 1 year TC experience preferred
- Current Certified Addictions Professional (CAP), Certified Social Worker (CSW), Certified Mental Health Worker (CMHW), or Certified Addictions Professional Associate (CAP-A) certification required.
- This is a full-time position; some nights and weekends may be required.
Nice To Haves
- 3 years clinical experience preferred
Responsibilities
- 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.
Benefits
- 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
- 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)
- 18 paid time off days per year – accrual rates increase with years of service
- 9 paid company holidays
- Work-life-balance
- 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
- Free daily meals
- Relocation and sign-on bonuses are available.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
