If your agency would like to post an available position, submit to info@pacertboard.org. Postings will be listed for 90 days.

NHS Human Services, through its subsidiaries is one of the nations’ leading non-profit providers of community-based human services.  With nationally recognized programs in multiple states, NHS offers a full range of integrated services to children and adults in the areas of mental health, addictive diseases, autism, intellectual and developmental disabilities, juvenile justice, treatment foster care, education and other specialized services.

Co-Occurring Therapist 
Location: Pittsburgh/Allegheny County
Under the direction of the Assertive Treatment Team (ACT) Director this position will be responsible for coordinating and implementing co-occurring and recovery based therapy services for consumers and offering clinical insight to staff. This position will also assist the Team Leader with productivity, billing, supervision of the team, and on-call responsibilities. Core responsibilities will include providing clinical and behavioral assessments, on-going therapy, either group or individual, supportive counseling, case management, and concrete service utilizing a flex schedule and will include on-call responsibilities.

General Responsibilities:

1.   Demonstrate a Rehabilitation/Recovery value system towards service delivery by providing consumer-driven strength based approach to service.

2.   Assure that MD orders for therapy are met.

3.   Coordinate with primary case managers to gather social history, understand consumer’s past and present life situations, and utilize that information to assist the primary case manager to develop a social history and yearly update for the consumers on their primary case load.

4.   Complete a clinical summary for each consumer on a monthly basis, or as clinically necessary during morning meeting.

5.   Provide individual, group, and family therapy to consumers and their family when appropriate.

6.   Provide co-occurring counseling through individual, group and family therapy as necessary.

7.   Educate and train staff, family members, and community providers in treating individuals with co-occurring drug and alcohol and serious and persistent mental illness.

8.   Acting in the therapist role, coordinate and drive necessary services both internal within the team and external service providers.

This is a summary of basic job responsibilities and is not to be considered all-inclusive.

NHS Human Services is an EOE.

Job Requirements:
Qualified candidates will possess a Master’s degree in social work, psychology, counseling or other human service related fields. 
Candidates must also have experience with co-occurring issues and 1-2 years of mental health direct care experience along with knowledge and understanding of recovery principles and recovery driven service system.
Candidates must have one of the following: a CADC or CCDP with a Master’s degree, CAADC,  or CCDP Diplomate.  
Must have a valid Pennsylvania Drivers License and Act 33 and 34 clearances.

fax - 610-384-2298
rlawrence@nhsonline.org

Posted 1/27/2012

Employer: Outside In (Westmoreland County)

Job title: Clinic/Community-based Drug & Alcohol Counselor

Responsibilities: Provide treatment/counseling to individual clients/families as assigned. Complete and maintain all required documentation to include, but not limited to, treatment planning, treatment plan revisions, case histories, progress notes, discharge summaries, assessments, etc. Meet expected levels of productivity. Monitor client progress in treatment and establish strategies to meet goal achievement. Participate in team meetings, trainings, and individual clinical supervision, as scheduled. Maintain confidentiality.

Qualifications: Candidates must possess the following:
• Valid Driver's license
• Clean driving record
• the ability to secure a satisfactory criminal record check
• the ability to secure a satisfactory Childline clearance
• the ability to secure satisfactory references

Applicant credentials must include all the following:
Master's degree in psychology, social work, counseling, or related field.
OR
Bachelor's degree in psychology, sociology, social work or related field PLUS be PCB Credentialed

Salisbury Behavioral Health, Inc is seeking a full-time Substance Abuse Specialist for an Assertive Community Treatment Team providing services in Carbon, Monroe & Pike Counties

Responsibilities include conducting substance abuse screenings, assessments, developing treatment plans and providing outreach and counseling services to adults with severe and persistent mental illness and co-occurring substance use disorders.

Candidates must have a Valid PA Driver’s License and Bachelor’s Degree plus CAC or CCDP. Prior experience working with adults diagnosed with a severe mental illness and skilled in Motivational Interviewing preferred.

Please send your resume and cover letter to sbarnettjamison@salisb.com

 Posted 1/9/2012

CARON TREATMENT CENTERS, internationally recognized for excellence in addiction treatment, is seeking the following:

Trainer

In this dynamic position you will be responsible for conducting training needs assessments, designing and delivering clinical training programs, and overseeing new employee training programs. This key position has ability to make a significant impact on new and existing employees’ professional development. Requirements include a Bachelors’ degree in Human Services, three years exp in training/public speaking- preferably regarding clinical/recovery topics. Prior clinical exp is preferred.

Please submit your resume to: Caron Treatment Center, Attn: Recruiter, Galen Hall Road, PO Box 150, Wernersville, PA 19565. Fax: 610-678-8583. Email: recruiter@caron.org we offer excellent benefits including a generous Paid Time Off policy!

 Posted 12/21/2011 

Primary Counselor Needed!

Mt. Pocono Medical, a Pinnacle Treatment Centers company, has a full-time Primary Counselor position available.  We are a trusted provider of medically assisted addiction treatment services and are passionate about what we do.  We help people battle their addictions and change their lives!

Primary Counselor Responsibilities

1. Provide both individual and group psychotherapy with patients. 
2. Maintain a caseload of active patients.
3. Develop preliminary and comprehensive treatment plans. 
4. Develop aftercare and discharge plans.
5. Maintain accurate and up-to-date case files on each patient on the caseload per Federal, State and company requirements. Enter data into our EMS system.

Qualifications:

A college degree in a related field and/or licensure as an addictions counselor
1-3 years of experience

Please send your resume, with compensation requirements to susan.digraitis@pinnacletreatment.com.

 Posted 12/21/2011 

Counseling Positions Available

Miner’s Medical, a Pinnacle Treatment Centers company, has several opportunities available.  We are looking for full-time Senior and Primary Counselors.  We are a trusted provider of medically assisted addiction treatment services and are passionate about what we do.  We help people battle their addictions and change their lives!

Primary Counselor Responsibilities

1. Provide both individual and group psychotherapy with patients. 
2. Maintaining a caseload of active patients.
3. Develop preliminary and comprehensive treatment plans. 
4. Develop aftercare and discharge plans.
5. Maintain accurate and up-to-date case files on each patient on the caseload per Federal, State and company requirements. Enter data into our EMS system.

Senior Counselor Responsibilities

1. Provide both individual and group psychotherapy with patients.  Will be responsible for maintaining a caseload of active patients.
2. Develop preliminary and comprehensive treatment plans.  Develop aftercare and discharge plans.
3. Meet with counselors individually once per week to review the status of their cases.
4. Conduct ongoing review of counselor’s case files to insure compliance with Federal, State and company requirements.
5. Coordinate admission services.  Perform intake assessments.
6. Maintain accurate and up-to-date case files on each patient on the caseload per Federal, State and company requirements. Enter data into our EMS system.
7. Assist Facility Director in conducting annual performance reviews of the counseling staff.
8. Participate in case planning and consultation with the facility director and physician as needed.

Qualifications:

At a minimum, a college degree in a related field and/or licensure as an addictions counselor 3-5 years of experience

Please send your resume, with compensation requirements to susan.digraitis@pinnacletreatment.com.

 Posted 12/19/2011

Senior Counselor Needed (Scranton-Wilkes Barre area)

A provider of substance abuse treatment services is looking to add a Senior Counselor to staff.  This person will be responsible for maintaining a caseload of patients while also directly supervising the counseling staff.  We offer comprehensive therapy directed toward addressing the causes and effects of patient’s addiction.

Key Responsibilities

1. Provide both individual and group psychotherapy with patients.  Will be responsible for maintaining a caseload of active patients.
2. Develop preliminary and comprehensive treatment plans.  Develop aftercare and discharge plans.
3. Meet with counselors individually once per week to review the status of their cases.
4. Conduct ongoing review of counselor’s case files to insure compliance with Federal, State and company requirements.
5. Coordinate admission services.  Perform intake assessments.
6. Maintain accurate and up-to-date case files on each patient on the caseload per Federal, State and company requirements. Enter data into our EMS system.
7. Assist Facility Director in conducting annual performance reviews of the counseling staff.
8. Participate in case planning and consultation with the facility director and physician as needed.

Qualifications:

This position must meet the PA Department of Health requirements for senior counselor as stated at 704.6.  Further, individuals selected for this position will be expected to be skilled in counseling techniques as demonstrated through education, certifications and experience. 

Please send your resume, with compensation requirements to HR Manager at careersinpa@gmail.com. 

Posted 12/12/2011

MALE COUNSELOR POSITION AT ALINA LODGE IN BLAIRSTOWN, NJ. BA REQUIRED, MA AND NJ CADC PREFERRED (CANDIDATE MUST AT LEAST BE IN THE PROCESS OF OBTAINING NJ CERTIFICATION) AND MUST HAVE AT LEAST TWO YEARS EXPERIENCE IN THE FIELD OF ADDICTIONS. MANY OF OUR CLIENTS ARE TREATMENT RESISTANT, OFTEN WITH CO-EXISTING DISORDERS OR OTHER ADDICTIVE ILLNESS.

PLEASE FAX RESUME TO JEANNETTE GREENEMEIER at # 908-362-1486 OR E-MAIL jeannetteg@alinalodge.org

Posted 12/12/2011

Program Manager (Drug & Alcohol Initiatives)

Community Care Behavioral Health Organization

Job ID: 2008599

Community Care Behavioral Health Organization (Community Care), manages behavioral health services for nearly one million members whose health coverage is sponsored through Medicaid, Medicare, and commercial  plans.

We are currently seeking experiences candidates for a full-time Program Manager to help support the Allegheny HC Program Department for our downtown Pittsburgh location.  You will provide assistance to the Allegheny County HealthChoices Director in the administration of all programmatic aspects of the Allegheny HealthChoices Product.  You will also play a key role in assisting with the identification of programmatic process improvement opportunities and facilitates cross-departmental workgroups established to improve work processes.  In addition, you will assist the Director in maintaining effective communication with the County Department of Human Services, AHCI and stakeholder groups.

Basic Qualifications:

- Bachelor's or Master's degree in a field related to behavioral health or government relations with related behavioral health experience
- 10 years of experience in public sector behavioral health, with at least 5 years of management experience
- Clinical experience in drug & alcohol provider services is highly preferred
- Advanced knowledge of the current public service delivery system and the population served
- Direct service experience preferred

UPMC also offers a variety of benefit options designed to provide personal security, convenience, and assistance to you and your family. With this flexibility and choice, you can decide which options best meet your needs.

We welcome you to view the complete job description and apply today at http://bit.ly/PrgmMngrDrugAlcohol .  EOE

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 Posted 12/12/2011