Admissions Counselor I

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. Operating through its Community Services, Corrections Divisions, and Corporate Headquarters, the organization is recognized for innovative, effective treatment approaches and maintaining high standards.

Why Join Us?

• Deliver high quality clinical services as a recognized leader in evidence-based treatment proven to get results
• Provide essential services to underserved populations
• Work for an organization that values you and aims to be an employer of choice
• Part of a vibrant culture that emphasizes teamwork and professional growth
• Find both personal and professional fulfillment by aligning your career with your values

Location

25480 W. Cedarcrest Lane, Lake Villa, IL 60046

Work Schedule

Monday through Friday with shifts varying from 7:30am-4:00pm, 9:30am-6:00pm, or 11:30-8:00pm

Admissions Counselors

• Coordinating admission into treatment program by conducting interviews of clients or their representatives to obtain relevant information, completing comprehensive assessment, and preparing initial treatment plan
• Determining eligibility for insurance coverage or medical assistance
• Completing admission forms and obtaining necessary consent signatures
• Responding to inquiries regarding treatment program and available services
• In residential centers, completing census counts and maintaining waiting lists
• Other duties as assigned

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent education and life experience, with a minimum of 100 hours of documented clinical training in counseling theory and practice required
• Minimum 6 months of previous experience in substance abuse or mental health counseling required

Physical Requirements

• Ability to speak with others in order 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

Compensation

Compensation range is between $19.23 - $24.47 per hour

Gateway Foundation conducts annual reviews including merit increases.

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 yeare
• Learning access to online courses that provide CEU’s and job-related training
• Clinical Supervision: Formal and informal guidance

EEO Statement

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