Talent.com
Substance Use Counselor - Wrightsville, GA
Substance Use Counselor - Wrightsville, GAGateway Foundation • Wrightsville, GA, United States
Substance Use Counselor - Wrightsville, GA

Substance Use Counselor - Wrightsville, GA

Gateway Foundation • Wrightsville, GA, United States
18 hours ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Substance Use Counselor - Wrightsville, GA

Post Date : Oct 25, 2025

Location :

Wrightsville, GA, US, 31096

Position Type : Full Time

Requisition Number : 33207

Work Schedule :

Monday - Thursday, 10-hour shifts

Who is 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.

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.

  • Certifications / Licensures are NOT required for Entry Level Counselors

Substance Abuse Counselors are responsible for :

  • Conducts client interviews and assessments to review substance use disorder and treatment history.
  • Evaluates client response to treatment to recommend modifications to the treatment plan and assist with caseloads and development of individualized treatment plan and preparing individually appropriate goals, interventions, and necessary support.
  • Assists with and provides didactic group counseling, including psychoeducation, drug education, and family education to ensure peer support occurs.
  • Provides individual client counseling, educational programs and lectures to address relapse prevention, problem solving, behavior modification, anger management, etc., and to assist in overcoming substance use disorder, adjusting to pro-social life, and making cognitive and behavioral changes.
  • Carries case load up to 25 clients, this could increase due to staffing issues.
  • Collaborates with clients to develop discharge summary and continuing care and relapse prevention plans for supervisor's approval to integrate aftercare treatment with referral resource services.
  • Coordinates required services to resolve emergency problems in crisis situations in support of continued recovery.
  • Collects and maintains treatment records and reports to ensure organizational, regulatory, accreditation, and contractual compliance.
  • Performs office administrative duties, such as answering telephones; relaying messages; responding to inquiries regarding program services and policies; filing, photocopying and faxing documents; planning special events, assembling intake packets, etc.
  • Job Requirements :

  • Must have a minimum of a Bachelor's Degree in a helping profession from an accredited college or university
  • Some previous counseling experience, experience in substance use disorder or mental health treatmentis preferred
  • Must obtain certification as identified by state within 24 months of the first date that the counseling services are provided. Acceptable Certifications include Certified Addiction Counselor from the Georgia Addiction Counselor's Association (GACA), Certified Addiction Counselor from the National Association of Alcoholism and Drug Abuse Counselors (NAADAC), Certified Drug and Alcohol Counselor from the International Certification and Reciprocity Consortium (ICRC), and Certification as a Certified Clinical Supervisor (CCS). Acceptable Licensures include Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Licensed Associate Professional Counselor (LAPC), Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), and Certified Professional Counselor Supervisor (CPCS).
  • Must be able to obtain Georgia Department of Corrections clearance to work in the correctional institution
  • Compensation (based on experience and credentials) :

  • Range begins at $20.50 - $21.50 per hour - Uncertified Counselor
  • Range begins at $26.00 - $21.50 per hour - Certified Counselor
  • Gateway Foundation conducts annual reviews including merit increases.
  • Physical Requirements :

  • Works in a correctional facility
  • 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
  • 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
  • Short Term Disability -Accrue up to seven days annually, to be used during an extended personal illness
  • Health Savings Account and Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Commuter Accounts
  • 403(b) Retirement Plan with company match
  • Life and AD&D Insurance
  • Long-Term Disability (LTD)
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Gateway is a qualified employer for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Training & Development Programs
  • 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.

    Nearest Major Market : Macon

    Create a job alert for this search

    Substance Use Counselor • Wrightsville, GA, United States

    Related jobs
    Travel Outpatient Physical Therapist

    Travel Outpatient Physical Therapist

    Core Medical Group • Sandersville, GA, US
    Permanent +1
    Core Medical Group is seeking a travel Outpatient Physical Therapist for a travel job in Sandersville, Georgia.Job Description & Requirements. PRODUCTIVITY : 12 PATIENTS PER 8 HOUR DAYClient in S...Show more
    Last updated: 30+ days ago • Promoted
    Mental Health Therapist

    Mental Health Therapist

    SonderMind Careers • East Dublin, GA, US
    Full-time
    SonderMind is a leading mental health care platform revolutionizing therapy services by empowering licensed mental health therapists to deliver exceptional care with cutting-edge, AI-powered tools....Show more
    Last updated: 30+ days ago • Promoted
    Travel Physical Therapist

    Travel Physical Therapist

    Ardor Health Solutions • Sandersville, GA, US
    Full-time
    Ardor Health Solutions is seeking a travel Physical Therapist for a travel job in Sandersville, Georgia.Job Description & Requirements. Access to 24 / 7 telephone support during your contract assi...Show more
    Last updated: 30+ days ago • Promoted
    Travel Physical Therapist

    Travel Physical Therapist

    AHS Staffing • Vidalia, GA, US
    Full-time
    AHS Staffing is seeking a travel Physical Therapist for a travel job in Vidalia, Georgia.Job Description & Requirements.AHS Staffing is looking for a Home Health Physical Therapist in Vidalia, ...Show more
    Last updated: 12 days ago • Promoted
    Caregiver for Families

    Caregiver for Families

    Papa Inc. • Ailey, GA, US
    Full-time
    Papa facilitates these connections through its technology platform.We’re looking for kind, patient, and caring people who want to make a positive difference by offering companionship and ever...Show more
    Last updated: 1 day ago • Promoted
    Travel Acute Care Physical Therapist

    Travel Acute Care Physical Therapist

    Go Healthcare • East Dublin, GA, US
    Full-time
    Go Healthcare is seeking a travel Physical Therapist for a travel job in Dublin, Georgia.Job Description & Requirements.Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40 hours per week (subject to c...Show more
    Last updated: 4 days ago • Promoted
    Travel Physical Therapist

    Travel Physical Therapist

    Healthcare Support • East Dublin, GA, US
    Permanent
    Healthcare Support is seeking a travel Physical Therapist for a travel job in Dublin, Georgia.Job Description & Requirements. Healthcare Support Job ID #474534.Pay package is based on 8 hour shi...Show more
    Last updated: 30+ days ago • Promoted
    Substance Abuse Counselor / Therapist (Certified / Licensed & Entry Level) - Wrightsville, GA

    Substance Abuse Counselor / Therapist (Certified / Licensed & Entry Level) - Wrightsville, GA

    Gateway Foundation • Wrightsville, GA, United States
    Full-time
    Certifications / Licensures are NOT required for Entry Level Counselors • •.Established in 1968, Gateway provides essential tools and knowledge for recovery, positively impacting hundreds of thousands ...Show more
    Last updated: 30+ days ago • Promoted
    Travel Physical Therapist

    Travel Physical Therapist

    Medical Solutions Allied • Sandersville, GA, US
    Full-time
    Medical Solutions Allied is seeking a travel Physical Therapist for a travel job in Sandersville, Georgia.Job Description & Requirements. We’re seeking talented healthcare professionals wh...Show more
    Last updated: 30+ days ago • Promoted
    Travel Home Health Physical Therapist

    Travel Home Health Physical Therapist

    Skyline Med Staff Allied • Vidalia, GA, US
    Full-time
    Skyline Med Staff Allied is seeking a travel Physical Therapist for a travel job in Vidalia, Georgia.Job Description & Requirements. Join the Top- Rated Travel Healthcare Team!.Skyline Med Staff...Show more
    Last updated: 30+ days ago • Promoted
    Travel Outpatient Physical Therapist

    Travel Outpatient Physical Therapist

    AMN Healthcare Allied • Sandersville, GA, US
    Full-time +1
    AMN Healthcare Allied is seeking a travel Outpatient Physical Therapist for a travel job in SANDERSVILLE, Georgia.Job Description & Requirements. Job Description & Requirements.Physical Ther...Show more
    Last updated: 30+ days ago • Promoted
    Substance Abuse Counselor MH

    Substance Abuse Counselor MH

    Community Service Board of Middle Georgia • Dublin, GA, United States
    Full-time
    The Community Service Board of Middle Georgia is dedicated to providing those we serve with quality innovative behavioral healthcare in a recovery-based environment. CSB of Middle Georgia is recogni...Show more
    Last updated: 1 day ago • Promoted
    Travel Home Health Physical Therapist

    Travel Home Health Physical Therapist

    Core Medical Group • Sandersville, GA, US
    Permanent +1
    Core Medical Group is seeking a travel Home Health Physical Therapist for a travel job in Sandersville, Georgia.Job Description & Requirements. Client in GA seeking Physical Therapist : Home Heal...Show more
    Last updated: 30+ days ago • Promoted
    Travel Home Health Physical Therapist

    Travel Home Health Physical Therapist

    Coast Medical Service • Vidalia, GA, US
    Full-time
    Coast Medical Service is seeking a travel Physical Therapist for a travel job in Vidalia, Georgia.Job Description & Requirements. Coast Medical Service is a nationwide travel nursing & allie...Show more
    Last updated: 30+ days ago • Promoted
    Caregiver : Flexible Schedule

    Caregiver : Flexible Schedule

    Papa Inc. • Ailey, GA, US
    Full-time
    Papa facilitates these connections through its technology platform.We’re looking for kind, patient, and caring people who want to make a positive difference by offering companionship and ever...Show more
    Last updated: 1 day ago • Promoted
    Travel Home Health Physical Therapist

    Travel Home Health Physical Therapist

    Aequor Allied • Vidalia, GA, US
    Full-time
    Aequor Allied is seeking a travel Home Health Physical Therapist for a travel job in Vidalia, Georgia.Job Description & Requirements. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40 hours per week ...Show more
    Last updated: 30+ days ago • Promoted
    Senior Companionship & Care Aide

    Senior Companionship & Care Aide

    Papa Inc. • Ailey, GA, US
    Full-time
    Papa facilitates these connections through its technology platform.We’re looking for kind, patient, and caring people who want to make a positive difference by offering companionship and ever...Show more
    Last updated: 1 day ago • Promoted
    Travel Home Health Physical Therapist

    Travel Home Health Physical Therapist

    LRS Healthcare - Allied • Vidalia, GA, US
    Permanent
    LRS Healthcare - Allied is seeking a travel Physical Therapist for a travel job in Vidalia, Georgia.Job Description & Requirements. LRS Healthcare - Allied Job ID #30I-46236.Pay package is based...Show more
    Last updated: 18 hours ago • Promoted • New!