Counselor/Therapist $1,500 Sign On Bonus

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Job description

Position Title: Counselor/Therapist
$1,500 SIGN-ON BONUS

Location: Newberry Correctional Facility- 13747 E. County Road 428 Newberry, MI 49868

Work Schedule: Full Time

Pay Rate: $22-28/hr.

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 for substance abuse. 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'll discover personal and professional fulfillment by aligning your career with your values.

We are honored to offer behavioral healthcare services in Corrections

_Perks of working in correctional healthcare:_
Opportunity to make a positive impact on a marginalized population
Exposure to diverse patient demographics
Focus on driving change, tracking progress, and improving care
Development of skills in a unique healthcare setting

What You Will Do:
Provides group orientation, individual intake, comprehensive assessment, Mid-Program assessment and discharge planning including aftercare recommendations, in accordance to MDOC contract requirements.
Documents treatment and discharge plans, and client's progress and responses to treatment; and maintains related records and charts.
Provides Evidenced-Based group therapy for up to 15 offenders per group in accordance to MDOC contract requirements.
Provides individual segregation discharges as needed/approved for offenders terminated early from substance abuse services, in accordance to MDOC contract requirements and at the discretion of the correctional facility.
Completion of reporting requirements
Adherence to MDOC policies and procedures, with specific attention to safety and security, and maintenance of professional boundaries with offender population.
Ability to navigate between internal electronic health record and Michigan Department of Corrections (MDOC) system for reporting.

What You Will Bring :
Bachelor's degree OR Master's Degree and minimum of one year of experience
Experience in substance abuse related field, with specific skills in counseling, assessment, treatment planning and group therapy; working with offender population, preferred
Clinical licensure and/or Certification in State of Michigan or ability to obtain this within designated timeframe specified through the Michigan Board of Addiction Professionals (MCBAP) Certified Advanced Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CAADC), Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CADC) or Certified Clinical Supervisor (CCS), preferred
Ability to follow MDOC directives and remain flexible as needed to accommodate facility space and scheduling.
Ability to work independently and/or with team members as available.
Ability to receive and apply clinical supervision feedback as needed.
Excellent attendance and punctuality to ensure consistent delivery of services.

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.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $22.00 - $28.00 per hour

Benefits:
401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Employee assistance program
Flexible schedule
Flexible spending account
Health insurance
Health savings account
Life insurance
Paid time off
Professional development assistance
Referral program
Relocation assistance
Retirement plan
Tuition reimbursement
Vision insurance
Schedule:
8 hour shift
Monday to Friday

Application Question(s):
Do you have Clinical licensure and/or Certification in State of Michigan through the Michigan Board of Addiction Professionals (MCBAP) - Certified Advanced Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CAADC), Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CADC) or Certified Clinical Supervisor (CCS)?

Education:
Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:
substance abuse counseling: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

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