COMMUNITY SUPPORT SPECIALIST

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

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

• Outpatient Center - Male and Female population

Position Type: Full Time

Work Schedule: Monday - Friday - 8am-5pm

Annual Salary (based on experience and credentials):

• $20-23/hour

What You Will Do:

• Conducting assessments of clients’ social, financial, medical and environmental status and needs
• Developing a written individualized plan of services throughout the continuum of care
• Working cooperatively with treatment team and various community agencies to obtain resources and services necessary to meet identified needs, and facilitate recovery and effective responses to treatment
• Communicating with treatment team, supervisor, probation and parole officers, and agency representatives in order to plan and coordinate services and relay information on clients’ progress
• Performing case monitoring, and completing case action forms and documentation
• Serving as a resource to treatment staff in identifying and resolving case problems related to meeting client needs and obtaining available services
• Other duties as assigned

What You Will Bring:

• Experience providing community support services to persons with substance abuse and/or co-occurring disorders
• Bachelor’s degree in psychology, social work, mental health counseling, or substance abuse counseling; or equivalent education and experience,
• Minimum of 100 hours documented clinical training in counseling theory and practice.
• Valid local driver’s license, and at least 21 years of age.
• Experience working with corrections involved clients/offenders is preferred

If you have also previously worked as a CNA, Direct Care Monitor, Mental Health Technician, Behavioral Health Technician, Recovery Coach, Peer Support Specialist, or similar roles, you are encouraged to apply!

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:

• 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
• Health Savings Accounts
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Commuter Accounts
• 403(b) Retirement Plan with company match
• Life and AD&D Insurance
• Short-Term 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 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.

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

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

• Case management: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Work Location: In person