Job Description

Gateway Foundation Inc Substance Abuse Counselors are responsible for:

• Completing comprehensive assessments of clients’ substance abuse history and treatment requirements, and developing individualized treatment plans
• Providing individual and group counseling and may facilitate didactic groups
• Documenting treatment and discharge plans, clients’ progress and responses to treatment; and maintaining related records and charts
• Performing case management and contributing to client care monitoring
• Other duties as assigned

• Bachelor’s degree in psychology, counseling, social work or a related field a plus (High School diploma or equivalent required)
• 6 months of previous experience in substance abuse or mental health counseling in a corrections environment desired
• Designation as a Recognized Associate Substance Abuse Counselor (RASAC I/II) required or must obtain within 60 days of employment. Higher credential through the Missouri Credentialing Board (CADC, CRADC, CRAADC, CCJP) a plus.
• This is a full-time position working Monday- Friday, with 1 Saturday every 3 months
• Must be able to obtain Missouri Department of Corrections clearance

• Ability to walk and move about the facilities for up to two hours at a time, to monitor and interact with clients
• Exerting 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 data
• Ability to record, proofread and check documents and files for accuracy
• Ability to respond to telephones, and to hear and detect alarms and unusual noises

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