Prison Based 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 offers the opportunity to make a truly meaningful impact by providing essential services to underserved populations within a correctional healthcare setting. You'll be part of a vibrant culture that emphasizes teamwork and professional growth, aligning your career with your values.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree with minimum of two years’ experience OR Master’s Degree and minimum of one year of experience
- Experience in substance abuse related field, with specific skills in counseling, assessment, treatment planning and group therapy; working with offender population.
- Clinical licensure and/or Certification in State of Michigan or ability to obtain this within designated timeframe specified through the Michigan Board of Addiction Professionals (MCBAP).
- Ability to follow MDOC directives and remain flexible as needed to accommodate facility space and scheduling.
- Ability to work independently and/or with team members as available.
- Ability to receive and apply clinical supervision feedback as needed.
- Excellent attendance and punctuality to ensure consistent delivery of services
Responsibilities
- Provides group orientation, individual intake, comprehensive assessment, Mid-Program assessment and discharge planning including aftercare recommendations, in accordance to MDOC contract requirements.
- Documents treatment and discharge plans, and client’s progress and responses to treatment; and maintains related records and charts.
- Provides Evidenced-Based group therapy for up to 15 offenders per group in accordance to MDOC contract requirements.
- Provides individual segregation discharges as needed/approved for offenders terminated early from substance abuse services, in accordance to MDOC contract requirements and at the discretion of the correctional facility.
- Completion of reporting requirements.
- Adherence to MDOC policies and procedures, with specific attention to safety and security, and maintenance of professional boundaries with offender population.
- Ability to navigate between internal electronic health record and Michigan Department of Corrections (MDOC) system for reporting.
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 CEUs and job-related training
- Clinical Supervision: Formal and informal guidance
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
