Drug & Alcohol Counselor jobs in Chesterfield, MO

Missouri Associate Alcohol Drug Counselor (MAADC) - St. Louis, MO

***$1,500 SIGN-ON BONUS***

Location: St. Louis Outpatient- 1430 Olive Street, Suite 300 St. Louis, MO 63103

• Outpatient Care - Male and Female population

Position Type: Full Time

Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8AM - 5PM

Pay Rate: $18-22/hr. - dependent on experience and credentials

Missouri Associate Alcohol Drug Counselor (MAADC) responsibilities:

• Completes comprehensive assessments of clients’ substance abuse history and treatment requirements, and develops individualized treatment plan.
• 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.

Job Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in psychology, counseling, social work or a related field a plus.
• 6 months previous experience in substance abuse or mental health counseling in a corrections environment highly preferred.
• Certification as a Missouri Associate Alcohol Drug Counselor (MAADC) required. Ability to obtain higher MCB certification within 6 months of hire preferred.
• Must be able to obtain Missouri Department of Corrections clearance.

Competitive Compensation and Benefits:

Gateway Foundation values its employees and provides an inclusive and diverse work environment where dedicated employees can make a difference. We are committed to engaging and rewarding our employees in meaningful ways. For eligible employees, we provide a Total Rewards Package that includes:

• ***$1,500 SIGN-ON BONUS***
• Health Insurance - Including a wellness premium incentive opportunity
• Dental & Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off - Including 18 days of PTO and 9 paid holidays in the first year
• Flexible Spending Accounts and Health Saving Account
• Commuter Accounts
• 403(b) Retirement Plan with company match
• Life and AD&D Insurance
• Short Term Disability (STD) and Long-Term Disability (LTD)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Gateway is a qualified employer for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Training & Development Programs

About Gateway Foundation: Gateway Foundation, Inc. is a national, non-profit organization committed to serving individuals with substance use and mental health disorders. Since 1968, Gateway's devotion to fostering in others the tools and knowledge they need to get their lives back on track has enabled hundreds of thousands of individuals to enjoy more fulfilling lives in recovery. It has also given peace of mind to millions of family members and concerned loved ones! The mission of Gateway Foundation is carried out through our Community Services Division, Corrections Division, and Corporate Headquarters. Gateway Foundation has built a strong reputation for evolving the integrated treatment of substance use and mental health disorders through the use of proven best practices and pioneering approaches. Our consistent attention to delivery quality services has earned accolades from industry peers and accreditation by The Joint Commission.

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: $18.00 - $22.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience:

• substance abuse or mental health counseling: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• MAADC (Required)

Work Location: In person