Reference #: 5001009385000Requisition Number89486

　　CitySomerset

　　Shift1st Shift - with week-ends

　　External Description

　　Are you looking for an opportunity to advance your career while working with an extraordinary team?  At Merakey, we put heart and soul into everything we do. We are seeking a Co-Occurring Therapist to join our ACT Team.Earn $33.89/hour.POSITION DETAILSResponsibilities include but are not limited to the following:Consult with Psychiatrist and Primary Care Physicians on the effects of addiction on mental and physical health and assist in determining the appropriate course of treatment for individuals with co-occurring disorders.Consult on the appropriate prescription of medications to individuals with substance abuse disorders.Collaborate with the registered nurses in the assessment of an individual's physical health, making appropriate referrals to community physicians for further assessment and treatment, and incoordination of medical, psychiatric, and substance abuse treatment.Provide ongoing support, as well as counseling and education to team members, individuals, and family members of individuals to help them become more knowledgeable about substance abuse disorders.Submit written reports and oral testimony and presentation of opinion in commitment and other legal proceedings as necessary.Attend organizational staff meetings and treatment planning meetings as requested to assess patient status and progress, coordinate treatment activities, and develop treatment solutions in support of CTT staff.Assist with staff training and education as necessary.Assist in establishing community relationships and linkages to community support in the enhancement of the CTT program.Benefits:Merakey offers Medical, Dental and Vision insurance plans as well as competitive compensation plans.  In addition, benefits include Work/Life balance, flexible schedules, cell phone discount plans, employee referral bonuses, tuition reimbursement, DailyPay, membership in Care.com and much more!To fill out an on-line application:

　　ABOUT MERAKEYMerakey is a leading developmental, behavioral health, and education non-profit provider with a fifty-year history. We offer a breadth of integrated services to individuals and communities across the country. Our belief that every individual has the right to achieve growth, dignity, and fulfillment guides all of our decisions. At Merakey, we care about each other and are committed to providing the very best care to those we serve. Merakey strictly follows a zero-tolerance policy for abuse.

　　Position TypeFull-Time

　　StatePA

　　Work ScheduleM-F 8am-4pm with on call rotation

　　Requirements

　　The ideal candidate will possess the following qualifications:Bachelor's or master's degree in human services/related field2 to 3 years of experience working with individuals with co-occurring substance abuse/mental health disorders required.Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CADC) or CAADC Certification is REQUIRED.

　　Merakey is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer! We deeply value diversity and do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, ethnic background, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, or disability status. Moreover, we are committed to creating teams that reflect the diversity of the communities we serve and encourage applicants from underrepresented backgrounds to apply.