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Full time

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POSITION PURPOSE:

A therapist/service coordinator within a community treatment team plays a vital role in supporting individuals with mental health and substance use concerns within their community. requires a combination of clinical expertise, organizational skills, and a commitment to supporting individuals with mental health concerns in achieving their recovery goals within the context of their community.

WHAT YOU WILL DO:

• Therapeutic Services: Providing individual and group therapy sessions to clients, utilizing evidence-based approaches to address their mental health needs. This may involve conducting assessments, developing treatment plans, and implementing interventions to promote recovery and well-being.
• Case Management: Coordinating care and services for clients, collaborating with other members of the treatment team, including psychiatrists, nurses, social workers, and other mental health professionals. This involves monitoring clients' progress, advocating for their needs, and ensuring continuity of care.
• Crisis Intervention: Responding to crises and emergencies as they arise, providing immediate support and assistance to clients in distress, and facilitating appropriate interventions to ensure their safety and stabilization.
• Resource Coordination: Assisting clients in accessing community resources and support services, such as housing assistance, employment programs, substance abuse treatment, and social support networks. This may involve providing information, referrals, and assistance with applications and paperwork.
• Collaboration and Consultation: Collaborating with external agencies, organizations, and community partners to enhance the availability and effectiveness of mental health services in the community. This includes participating in case conferences, consultations, and interdisciplinary team meetings to coordinate care and address complex client needs.
• Documentation and Reporting: Maintaining accurate and up-to-date documentation of client assessments, treatment plans, progress notes, and other relevant information in compliance with regulatory standards and organizational policies. This may also involve preparing reports, summaries, and statistical data as required.
• Advocacy and Education: Advocating for the rights and interests of clients within the community and promoting awareness and understanding of mental health issues through education and outreach activities. This may include conducting workshops, presentations, and training sessions for clients, families, and community stakeholders.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS;

• Master's Degree in social work, psychology, rehabilitation, activity therapies, counseling or education and 1 year of paid professional behavioral health experience.
• Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CADC) is required within six months of hire. Applicant is responsible for ensuring all requirements for licensure and/or certification are kept up to date and maintained within guidelines of their accrediting board.
• Act 33/34/73 clearances.
• Pre-employment Drug Screen
• Valid driver's license
• Ability to drive an organization vehicle
• Access to Transportation
• LPC/LCSW licensure preferred, but not required.

POSITION HIGHIGHTS/BENEFITS

WORK SCHEDULE: This is an Exempt (salary) position. Monday through Friday 8:00 am until 4:00 pm with flexibility to meet consumers' needs. Non traditional hours (evenings, weekends, and holidays) may be required.

Will provide on-call services on a rotating basis with stipend

Great Benefit Package: (Benefits start Day 1 of employment): 403B with employer match; Paid Time Off (PTO); Medical, Dental, Vision; Life Insurance; Paid Holiday Days; Plus more……

ABOUT PITTSBURGH MERCY

We're a community-based health and human services organization using person-centered care to treat our area's most vulnerable populations. We work with individuals and families in settings that are safe and familiar to them, and view them as equal partners when planning, developing, and monitoring care. Our mission is to be a compassionate, transforming presence within our communities. We reach out to offer help - and hope - to people who are experiencing: Mental illness and substance abuse; Physical health needs; Traumatic events or circumstances, including homelessness

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.