RESIDENTIAL (MASTER'S LEVEL & CADC or LPC/LSW) SUBSTANCE ABUSE COUNSELOR - LAKE
Lake Villa, IL 
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Job Description
Requisition Number19-1095
Post Date9/18/2019
TitleRESIDENTIAL (MASTER'S LEVEL & CADC or LPC/LSW) SUBSTANCE ABUSE COUNSELOR - LAKE VILLA
Code and Title3013 - COUNSELOR II - COMM
ProgramLake Villa - Adult
CityLAKE VILLA
StateIL
Full-Time
Job DescriptionAs Illinois' largest provider of substance abuse treatment, joining the team at Gateway Foundation Alcohol & Drug Treatment offers valuable experience with a variety of treatment methods as well as an opportunity to collaborate with skilled experts about a diverse clientele. Gateway welcomes the challenge of constant improvement and is proud to uphold the Joint Commission Gold Seal of Approval. In addition to a competitive salary, Gateway offers employees health benefits, dental insurance, career advancement, training and development and on-site clinical supervision to individuals pursuing certifications and licensures.

Residential (Master's Level & CADC or LPC/LSW) Substance Abuse Counselors are responsible for:

* Completing comprehensive assessments and treatment plans and providing substance abuse and/or mental health counseling services to clients
* Developing and implementing complex treatment and discharge plans for clients with dual diagnoses, social or mental health issues
* Documenting treatment and discharge plans, clients' progress and responses to treatment and maintaining related records and charts
* Serving as a professional resource to the treatment staff in resolving complex case problems and may provide clinical supervision as needed
* May develop and facilitate training for treatment staff
* Other duties as assigned
RequirementsRequirements:
* Master's degree in psychology, counseling, social work or a related field required
* Current professional license (LPC, LSW) or certification as a substance abuse counselor (CADC) in state of hire required
* Minimum 4 years of clinical experience in the treatment of substance abuse and dual-diagnoses
* Related work experience with program specific population (adolescent/adult) and residential treatment setting required

Competitive Compensation and Benefits:

Gateway Foundation values its employees and provides an inclusive and diverse work environment where dedicated employees can make a difference. We are committed to engaging and rewarding our employees in meaningful ways. For eligible employees, we provide a Total Rewards Package that includes:

* Health Insurance - Including a wellness premium incentive opportunity
* Dental & Vision Insurance
* Paid Time Off - Including 18 days of PTO and 9 paid holidays in the first year
* Catastrophic Absence Time (CAT) - Accrue up to seven days annually, to be used during an extended personal illness
* Flexible Spending Accounts
* Commuter Accounts
* 403(b) Retirement Plan with company match
* Life and AD&D Insurance
* Long-Term Disability (LTD)
* Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
* Gateway is a qualified employer for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
* Tuition Reimbursement
* Training & Development Programs


Gateway Foundation is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Race/Color/Sex/Sexual Orientation/ Gender Identity/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Vets.
  • 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.

 

Position No Longer Available
Job Summary
Start Date
As soon as possible
Employment Term and Type
Regular, Full Time
Required Education
Master's Degree
Required Experience
4+ years
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