Mental Health Therapist
Requirements
- A Master's Degree in counseling, social work, psychology, or related human service field
- 2 years of clinical experience working with adults with severe and persistent mental illness
- A valid driver’s license is required
- Travel is necessary to offer support across Beaver County
- Knowledge and understanding of recovery principles and recovery driven systems
Responsibilities
- Assess, plan, and develop individualized treatment plans for individuals with severe and persistent mental illness
- Cook up and provide therapy, medication management, and resource linkage services
- Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team including psychiatrists, nurses, substance abuse professionals, employment specialists, housing specialists, and peer specialists
- Conduct therapeutic services in an individual's home or community setting
- Utilize personal vehicles for client transportation and community-based work
Qualifications
The 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.
Benefits
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus access to healthcare advocacy support
- Roth (after-tax) options available for employee contributions
- Access to self-care tools and resources
- 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
- Free online personal development classes
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.
Pay
$30.00/hour
Schedule
Weekly home visits, provided either in individuals' residences or within the community, utilizing personal vehicles for client transportation and community-based tasks.