Admissions Counselor II; CADC, LPC, LSW

Admissions Counselor II (CADC, LPC, LSW)

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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.

At Gateway Foundation, you will have the opportunity to provide essential services to underserved populations in a vibrant culture that emphasizes teamwork and professional growth. Your impact will be truly meaningful and aligned with your values.

Gateway Foundation Residential/Outpatient Drug Rehab Center
400 Mercy Ln, Aurora, IL 60506

• Tuesday 10:30am-7:00pm
• Wednesday 11:30am-8:00pm
• Thursday 9am-5:30pm
• Friday 11:30am-8:00pm
• Saturday 9am-5:30pm

• Coordinating admission into treatment program by conducting interviews of clients or their representatives to obtain relevant information, completing comprehensive assessment, and preparing initial treatment plan.
• Determining eligibility for insurance coverage or medical assistance.
• Completing admission forms and obtaining necessary consent signatures.
• Responding to inquiries regarding treatment program and available services.
• In residential centers, completing census counts and maintaining waiting lists.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent education and life experience, with a minimum of 100 hours of documented clinical training in counseling theory and practice required.
• Current certification as a substance abuse counselor (CADC) or higher licensure (LPC, LSW) in state of hire required.
• Minimum 2 years of previous experience in substance abuse or mental health counseling required.
• Ability to work full‑time, some weekends, days or evenings.

• Ability to speak with others in order to exchange information, conduct assessments and provide counseling.
• Ability to record and proofread information on forms and in the electronic health record.
• Ability to respond to telephones and pages and hear speech.
• Ability to use a keyboard and display to receive, retrieve and audit information and enter data into the electronic health record on a regular basis.

• Range begins at $25.00 - $31.00 per hour.
• Gateway Foundation conducts annual reviews including merit increases.

• 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.

• 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).

• 18 paid time off days per year – accrual rates increase with years of service.
• 9 paid company holidays.
• Work‑life‑balance.

• 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

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