Job Description:

Join a team committed to making a difference! Gateway is the first licensed substance use disorder treatment provider and CARF accredited program in New Jersey. As the only correctional institution in the state to house individuals with substance use disorders, you'll be part of a unique opportunity to help those in need. At Gateway, you'll have the chance to work closely with all departments in the facility, including medical, mental health, and education. Plus, with employee recognition programs like Employee of the Month and free meals provided during shifts by the Department of Corrections, you'll feel valued and supported. Gateway is also committed to helping you advance in your career. We offer assistance with obtaining and maintaining credentials, including CEUs. Join us and make a difference in the lives of those who need it most.Shift Available:Tuesday through Saturday. Tues- Fri 12:30pm - 9:00pm and Sat - 7:30am - 4:00pmYou will also be eligible to receive a shift differential of $3 per hour when working Tues-Friday, 12:30pm-9pm shift. Alcohol and Drug Counselors are responsible for:Completes comprehensive assessment of clients' substance use disorder history and prepares individualized developmentally appropriate treatment plan.Provides individual and group counseling, and educational programs in accordance with treatment plan. Documents treatment and discharge plans, and clients' progress and responses to treatments; and maintains related records and charts. Performs case management and contributes to client care monitoring.Duties vary by location or site assigned. Job Requirements:High school diploma/GED required; Associates Degree desired including or supplemented by (30) semester hour credits in social work, sociology, health, nursing, psychology, rehabilitation, or counseling, or any combination.100 hours documented clinical training in counseling theory and practice (must include Assessment-Domain I and Counseling - Domain II).Must have at least six (6) months previous clinical experience in the substance abuse treatment field.Must obtain NJDOC clearanceExperience in a corrections environment a plus. Physical Requirements:Ability to walk and move about the facilities for up to two hours at a time, to monitor and interact with clientsExerting 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 dataAbility to record, proofread and check documents and files for accuracyAbility to respond to telephones, and to hear and detect alarms and unusual noises  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 opportunityDental & Vision InsurancePaid Time Off - Including 18 days of PTO and 9 paid holidays in the first yearHealth Savings AccountsFlexible Spending Accounts Commuter Accounts403(b) Retirement Plan with company match Life and AD&D InsuranceShort-Term and Long-Term Disability (LTD)Employee Assistance Program (EAP)Gateway is a qualified employer for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)Tuition ReimbursementTraining & Development ProgramsGateway 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.