Certified Addiction Counselor

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 Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) team supporting Carbon, Monroe, and Pike Counties.

Rate:

$26.94 an hour + mileage reimbursement

Location:

 912 Main Street, Stroudsburg, PA 18360 Position Details Collaborate with psychiatrists, primary care providers, and ACT team members to support integrated treatment planning for individuals with co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders, including coordination of medical, psychiatric, and community-based care. Provide ongoing counseling, education, and clinical support to individuals and families, including psychoeducation on substance use disorders, participation in treatment planning, and assistance with linking to community resources and services. Deliver community-based ACT services, including home visits and field-based support, while contributing to clinical documentation, staff meetings, and, when needed, court-related reports or testimony. Our Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) model supports individuals with serious mental illnesses who may not have experienced success or haven't found effective support within traditional outpatient programs. We offer tailored services emphasizing relationship-building and active involvement in enhancing functioning and symptom management. Services involve weekly home visits, provided either in individuals' residences or within the community, utilizing personal vehicles for client transportation and community-based tasks. If you are enthusiastic about making a positive impact on individuals facing mental health challenges and wish to be part of a collaborative and supportive team, apply now to join our essential ACT Team at Merakey. Together, we can contribute to the journey of recovery. Benefits Merakey offers generous benefits that promote well-being, financial security, and work-life balance, including: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus access to healthcare advocacy support. Retirement plan -- both pre-tax and Roth (after-tax) options available for employee contributions. DailyPay -- access your pay when you need it! On the Goga well-being platform, featuring self-care tools and resources. Access Care.com for backup childcare, elder care, and household services. Confidential counseling, legal, and financial services through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP). Tuition reimbursement and educational partnerships. Employee discounts and savings programs on entertainment, travel, and lifestyle. Access to Pryor Online Learning for free online personal development classes. Learn more about our full benefits package - https://www.merakey.org/careers/benefits About Merakey Merakey 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. Click here to watch a video about Merakey. Merakey strictly follows a zero-tolerance policy for abuse. 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. Merakey welcomes all Veterans to apply! Master's degree in human services/related field 2 to 3 years of experience working with individuals with co-occurring substance abuse/mental health disorders required. OR 2 to 3 years of experience working with individuals with co-occurring substance abuse/mental health disorders preferred. Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CADC) or CAADC Certification is

REQUIRED.