Re-Entry Specialist

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, while embracing diversity, equity, and inclusion for every individual in every community. 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

Location: Kansas City Reentry Center 4049 Pennsylvania Ave, Ste. 204 Kansas City, MO 64111 is the home location.

This position requires going onsite 3-4 days to Mayville Treatment Center and Western Reception, Diagnostic and Correctional Center. Mileage is provided.

• Maryville Treatment Center - 30227 US Highway 136 Maryville, MO 64468 United States
• Western Reception, Diagnostic and Correctional Center - 3401 Faraon Street, St. Joseph, MO, 64506

Schedule: Monday through Friday from 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM

Re-Entry Specialist responsibilities:

• Conducts client social, financial, medical and environment status and needs assessment.
• Works 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.
• Communicates with treatment team, supervisor, probation and parole officers, and agency representatives in order to plan and coordinate services, and relay information on clients’ progress.
• Performs case monitoring, and completes case action forms and documentation.
• Serves as a resource to treatment staff in identifying and resolving case problems related to meeting client needs, obtaining available services and reducing recidivism.
• Duties vary by Center assigned.

Re-Entry Specialist Requirements:

• Advanced communication skills; and demonstrated knowledge of principles and practices of public welfare and social services; at a level normally acquired through completion of a Bachelor’s degree in psychology, social work, mental health counseling, or substance abuse counseling; or equivalent education and life experience, with a minimum of 100 hours documented clinical training in counseling theory and practice.

• 2 years' prior experience in the substance abuse field, with concurrent case management experience preferred

• Current certification or qualification as an alcohol, drug, or substance abuse counselor as required by relevant agency, association, board or commission in State of employment location.

• Advanced interpersonal skills necessary to encourage and support clients through often difficult phases of recovery; interact effectively with family members; and develop and maintain effective contacts with outside agencies and referral sources or services.

• Analytical abilities necessary to conduct comprehensive assessments identify client needs and available resources, provide comprehensive case management, and complete progress evaluations and related reports.

• Typing ability and working knowledge of word processing software in order to complete required forms, reports and correspondence.

• Valid local driver’s license, and at least 21 years of age.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to communicate with others in order to exchange information and provide case management services.
• Ability to record and proofread information on forms and charts.
• Ability to respond to telephones calls and hear speech.
• Ability to use a keyboard and computer monitor to receive, retrieve, and/or audit information and data on a regular basis.
• Ability to operate a motor vehicle safely, and remain alert to traffic signs and conditions.

Compensation (based on experience and credentials):

• $23.00 - $26.00 per hour
• ***1,500 Sign-On Bonus Available***
• Gateway Foundation conducts annual reviews including merit increases.

Benefits at Gateway Foundation:

Health and Wellness:

• 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

Financial Wellbeing:

• 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) 

Flexibility and Time Off:

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

Personal Development:

• 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 Employer: Race/Color/Sex/Sexual Orientation/ Gender Identity/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Vets. Please view Equal Employment Opportunity Posters provided by OFCCP here.