Counselor II (LCDC) - Humble, TX

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

We are seeking a dedicated Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor (LCDC) or Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) to provide comprehensive substance use treatment services at our residential community corrections treatment center in Humble, TX, serving adult male and female clients. In this role, you will facilitate individual and group counseling sessions, develop and implement personalized treatment plans, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to ensure high-quality, evidence-based care. This position offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact while advancing your professional growth through clinical supervision, continuing education credits, and tuition reimbursement.

Location: Atascocita - 2312 Atascocita Rd. Humble, TX 77396

Responsibilities

• Completes comprehensive assessments of clients’ substance abuse history and treatment requirements, and develops individualized treatment plans.
• Provides individual and group counseling and may facilitate didactic groups.
• Documents treatment and discharge plans, and clients’ progress and responses to treatment; and maintains related records and charts.
• Performs case management and contributes to client care monitoring.

Requirements

• LCDC is required.
• At least six months previous experience in substance abuse or mental health counseling preferred.
• Master's or Bachelor’s degree in psychology, counseling, social work, or a related field required.
• Experience in a corrections environment preferred.

Work Environment

• Working with adult nonviolent clients in a controlled and structured setting for residential treatment.

Schedule

Monday through Friday, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm.

Pay

$21.00 - $23.00 per hour (based on experience and credentials). 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.

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.