Admissions Counselor
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. The organization is recognized for innovative, effective treatment approaches and maintaining high standards through its Community Services, Corrections Divisions, and Corporate Headquarters.
About the role
Join our team and make a meaningful impact by delivering high-quality clinical services to underserved populations. Gateway Foundation is a recognized leader in evidence-based treatment, offering a vibrant culture that emphasizes teamwork and professional growth. Align your career with your values and find both personal and professional fulfillment.
Responsibilities
- Coordinate admission into treatment programs by conducting interviews of clients or their representatives to obtain relevant information, completing comprehensive assessments, and preparing initial treatment plans
- Determine eligibility for insurance coverage or medical assistance
- Complete admission forms and obtain necessary consent signatures
- Respond to inquiries regarding treatment programs and available services
- In residential centers, complete census counts and maintain waiting lists
- Other duties as assigned
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent education and life experience; minimum of 100 hours of documented clinical training in counseling theory and practice preferred
- Current certification as a substance abuse counselor (CADC) or higher licensure (LPC, LSW) in state of hire preferred
- Minimum 2 years of previous experience in substance abuse or mental health counseling preferred
Physical Requirements
- Ability to speak with others to exchange information, conduct assessments, and provide counseling
- Ability to record and proofread information on forms and in the electronic health record
- Ability to respond to telephones and pages and hear speech
- Ability to use a keyboard and display to receive, retrieve, and/or audit information and enter data into the electronic health record on a regular basis
Pay
Compensation range is between $19.23 - $24.47 per hour, based on experience and credentials. Gateway Foundation conducts annual reviews including merit increases.
Schedule
Monday through Friday, 9:00am-5:30pm
Benefits
Health and Wellness
- 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
Financial Wellbeing
- 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)
Flexibility and Time Off
- 18 paid time off days per year – accrual rates increase with years of service
- 9 paid company holidays
- Work-life balance
Personal Development
- 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