CD Tech (Men's Residential) - Carbondale, IL

Job Summary

Gateway Foundation, Inc., a national non-profit established in 1968, helps individuals with substance use and mental health disorders. The organization operates through Community Services, Corrections Divisions, and Corporate Headquarters, focusing on delivering high-quality clinical services and maintaining high standards.

Why Join Us?

Join our team where your impact can be truly meaningful. We focus on providing essential services to underserved populations and aim to be an employer of choice. Our vibrant culture emphasizes teamwork and professional growth, offering opportunities for both personal and professional fulfillment.

Location

Gateway Foundation Residential Substance Abuse Treatment Facility
1080 E Park St, Carbondale, IL 62901

Responsibilities

• Monitoring, observing, and ensuring the safety and well-being of clients in a substance abuse treatment program
• Providing motivational and educational support and guidance to assist clients in meeting therapeutic goals
• Scheduling and coordinating client transportation and assisting with planning client recreational events
• Supporting treatment plans by reporting client observations and contributing to decisions concerning therapy, discipline, and privileges
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements

• A high school diploma or equivalency
• Minimum of 6 months of training or equivalent knowledge of substance abuse treatment theory and practice
• Previous work experience with the program specific population (adolescent/adult) in a residential or outpatient setting is preferred
• Valid driver’s license in state of hire and good driving record required

Physical Requirements

• Ability to walk or move about facilities for up to two hours at a time, to monitor and interact with clients
• Ability to speak with others in order to exchange information and provide support
• Ability to proofread and check documents and files for accuracy on a regular basis
• Ability to respond to telephones and pages, and to hear and detect alarms and unusual noises
• Ability to drive an automobile or van and remain alert to traffic conditions, and to identify and comply with traffic signals and signs

Compensation

$15.62 - $20.30 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 Information

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