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Who is Gateway Foundation?

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?

Consider joining our team, where your impact can be truly meaningful. Our organization focuses on delivering high quality clinical services as a recognized leader in evidence-based treatment proven to get results. By joining our team, you'll have the chance to provide essential services to underserved populations, all while working for an organization that values you and aims to be an employer of choice. You can expect to be part of a vibrant culture that emphasizes teamwork and professional growth, while embracing diversity, equity, and inclusion for every individual in every community. When you join us, you have the opportunity to find both personal and professional fulfillment by aligning your career with your values.

Substance Abuse Technicians are responsible for:

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

Job Requirements:

High school diploma or equivalency required

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

Must be able to respectfully interact with substance abuse clients and form a working therapeutic alliance

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

Benefits at Gateway Foundation:

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 CEU’s and job-related training

Clinical Supervision: Formal and informal guidance

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.