Employment Specialist - Ocala, Fl

EMPLOYMENT SPECIALIST - OCALA, FL

Post Date:
Dec 9, 2025

Location:

Ocala, FL, US, 34475

Position Type:
Full Time

Requisition Number: 33733

Work Schedule:

Monday - Friday, 8AM - 5PM

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.

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.

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:

Marion and Lowell Marion Correctional Institution and Work Camp 3269 NW 105th St. Ocala, FL 34475 Lowell Correctional Institution and Annex 11120 NW Gainesville Rd. Ocala, FL

• Evaluating, selecting and implementing assessment tools and training resources to gather information regarding the skill levels, occupational interests, and employability of clients under the supervision of the FL Dept of Corrections.
• Creating training materials and course objectives to provide job readiness training and assisting clients in accomplishing employment goals.
• Establishing working relationships with employers, community agencies and other potential job sources to assist with job placement.
• Maintaining current knowledge of occupational outlook for jobs and regularly updating responsibilities and qualifications of positions through exploration of available occupational resources and manuals. Developing and utilizing knowledge of federal and state rules and regulations, and community services and resources.

• High School diploma or GED
• 2 years relevant experience

• 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

Employer:

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