Substance Abuse Counselor III - Humble, TX

Monday though Friday; 8:00AM - 4:30PM

The Counselor III is responsible for

• Completes comprehensive assessments and treatment planning and provides counseling services to clients.
• Develops and implements complex treatment and discharge plans for clients with dual diagnoses, social or mental health issues.
• Serves as professional resource to others in resolving complex case problems and may provide clinical supervision as needed.
• Develops and may facilitate trainings for treatment staff.
• Assumes responsibility for overseeing counselors in absence of supervisor.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in psychology, counseling, social work or a related field required.
• Current professional license in the state of Texas required as a LCSW, LPC, LPCA, or LMSW
• At least 4 years clinical experience desired, with concurrent experience in the treatment of substance abuse and dual-diagnoses highly preferred.
• Previous work experience in a corrections environment a plus.
• Must be able to obtain security clearance as required by Harris County.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to walk and move about the facilities for up to two hours at a time, to monitor and interact with clients
• Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects.
• Ability to record, proofread and check documents and files for accuracy, to prepare and analyze data and figures, transcribe, read
• Ability to use a keyboard and video display terminal to receive, retrieve, and/or audit information and data
• Ability to respond to telephones, and to hear and detect alarms and unusual noises

Compensation (based on experience and credentials)

• The range is between $60,000-$65,000
• Gateway Foundation conducts annual reviews including merit increases

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