Gateway Foundation Inc·Saint Joseph, Missouri
Conduct comprehensive substance abuse assessments and develop individualized treatment plans for clients. Provide individual and group counseling while maintaining detailed clinical records and performing case management.
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.
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 Substance Abuse Counselors are responsible for:
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.
High School Diploma/GED Ability to obtian Certification as a Missouri Alcohol Drug Counselor (MAADC) is required, and Gateway can help you obtain that within the 1st 30 days of employment. Gateway provides trainings and clinical supervison! Must be able to obtain Missouri Department of Corrections clearance.
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 use a keyboard and video display terminal to receive, retrieve, and/or audit information and data Ability to record, proofread and check documents and files for accuracy Ability to respond to telephones, and to hear and detect alarms and unusual noises
Benefits: at Gateway Foundation:
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
Race/Color/Sex/Sexual Orientation/ Gender Identity/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Vets. Please view Equal Employment Opportunity Posters provided by OFCCP here.
Market context
Behavioral health roles in Missouri often draw steady demand, especially for licensed counselors who can support adults, children, and adolescents across varied care settings. These positions are competitive because employers typically want fully licensed LPCs with broad population experience, and benefits such as health, dental, vision, parental leave, and flexible schedules can influence candidate interest. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save research time, then confirm your Missouri LPC status and highlight direct experience with all three age groups in your application.
