Reference #: 5001004195906Requisition Number88534

　　CityCanonsburg

　　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 Housing Specialist to join our team  for Washington and Greene county locations.Position DetailsHousing Specialist consult with Psychiatrists 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 in establishing community relationships and linkages to community support in the enhancement of the CTT program.BenefitsMerakey offers medical, dental - vision insurance plans, competitive compensation plans and more!DailyPayWork/Life BalanceFlexible SchedulesCell Phone Discount PlansEmployee Referral BonusesTuition ReimbursementCare.com MembershipAbout MerakeyMerakey is a non-profit provider of developmental, behavioral health, and education services. More than 8,000 employees provide support to nearly 40,000 individuals and families throughout 12 states across the country each year.  Merakey strictly follows a zero-tolerance policy for abuse.Merakey welcomes all Veterans to apply!

　　Position TypeFull-Time

　　StatePA

　　Work Schedule8:00 am- 4:00 pm with rotating shift of 10:00- 6:00 pm

　　Requirements

　　The ideal candidate will possess the following qualifications:Bachelor's Degree in the human services field is required.1 to 3 years of experience working with individuals with severe mental illness diagnoses.Knowledge and understanding of recovery principles and recovery-driven service systems.Valid Driver's License.

　　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.