Chipley, FL, US, 32444
Why Join our NWFRC/Chipley team?
Are you looking to find personal and professional fulfillment, and align your career with your values?
At Gateway Foundation, our employees have an opportunity to make a difference every day by helping people with substance abuse issues gain control of their lives.
Gateway Foundation is a recognized non-profit leader in evidence-based treatment proven to get results. Our experts in Addiction Medicine-including highly educated clinical and medical professionals and expert psychiatrists and nurses-deliver care that never stops. Throughout Gateway's proud history of helping others, dedicated and professional employees have been vital to accomplishing our life-saving mission.
If you are a collaborative professional who shares our commitment to helping people with substance abuse and mental health issues turn their lives around - GATEWAY IS THE PLACE FOR YOU!
Counselors are responsible for:
Job Requirements:
Minimum of a Bachelor's Degree in a Human Service field from an accredited college or university
Some previous experience substance use treatment/counseling and/or mental health counseling is preferred.
Must be able to obtain Florida Department of Corrections clearance to work in the correctional institution.
Current Certified Addictions Professional (CAP) or Masters Certified Addictions Counselor (MCAP) or Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) or Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) or Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) preferred, but not required (Gateway also assists with covering the cost of obtaining and maintaining credentials for career advancement, including CEUs!).
Basic knowledge of the principles of human growth and psychosocial development
Basic knowledge of group and individual dynamics, conflict resolution and intervention techniques based on client maturation level
Basic understanding of mental health disorders requiring referrals
Basic communication skills to exchange information and interact with various internal and external audiences regarding client care
Active listening skills and social perceptiveness
Ability to read and interpret policies and instructions
Ability to understand side effects and impact of medications on client
Adaptability/flexibility: ability to shift priorities
Physical Requirements:
If you have also previously worked as a Substance Use Counselor, SUD Counselor, Addiction Counselor, Mental Health Counselor, Mental Health Technician, Behavioral Health Technician, Recovery Coach, Peer Support Specialist, or similar roles, you are encouraged to apply!
Annual Salary (based on experience and credentials):
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:
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.
Nearest Major Market: Panama City