Outpatient Drug and Alcohol Therapist - Fee for Service
Merakey, Coal Run Village, KY, United States
Position Overview
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 fee‑for‑service Outpatient Drug and Alcohol Therapist to join our Adult Behavioral Health team in Pottsville, PA.
Schedule & Compensation
Schedule: Flexible fee‑for‑service schedule; weekday hours between 9:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m.
Earn $28-$40/hour.
Responsibilities
Our outpatient therapists provide comprehensive therapeutic services to individuals struggling with substance use disorders. Responsibilities include conducting intake assessments, developing individualized treatment plans, delivering ongoing therapy and supportive counseling, monitoring client progress, participating in case consultations, and adjusting treatment plans as needed to ensure effective care. Accurate documentation and adherence to Merakey, Pennsylvania Department of Public Welfare (DPW), and Pennsylvania Department of Health (DOH) policies and confidentiality standards are essential.
Education & Career Development
Open positions in this county qualify for Pennsylvania’s Behavioral Health Higher Education Program (BHHEP), which offers candidates meaningful financial and career-building benefits. Through BHHEP, eligible students can receive a paid senior‑year internship with Merakey and may also access tuition assistance of up to $20,000 for bachelor’s programs or up to $40,000 for master’s programs, all while gaining hands‑on experience that strengthens their skills and future employability. Participants who pursue tuition assistance commit to two years of post‑graduation employment with the same provider, creating a smooth transition into the workforce and long‑term career stability. Candidates can learn more about the program and how to apply at https://bharp.org/providers/bhhep/.
Benefits
DailyPay – access your pay when you need it!
Retirement plan – both pre‑tax and Roth (after‑tax) options available for employee contributions.
Voluntary limited benefits offered through the American Worker. Offerings include limited medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance. (Not a substitute for major medical insurance.)
Access to Care.com for backup childcare, elder care, and household services (for FFS employees working at least 170 hours per quarter).
Confidential counseling, legal, and financial services through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
Enjoy our On the Goga well‑being platform, featuring self‑care tools and resources.
Employee discounts and savings programs on entertainment, travel, and lifestyle.
Access to Pryor Online Learning for 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 support nearly 40,000 individuals and families across 12 states each year.
Merakey strictly follows a zero‑tolerance policy for abuse.
Equal Opportunity
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. Merakey welcomes all Veterans to apply.
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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 fee‑for‑service Outpatient Drug and Alcohol Therapist to join our Adult Behavioral Health team in Pottsville, PA.
Schedule & Compensation
Schedule: Flexible fee‑for‑service schedule; weekday hours between 9:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m.
Earn $28-$40/hour.
Responsibilities
Our outpatient therapists provide comprehensive therapeutic services to individuals struggling with substance use disorders. Responsibilities include conducting intake assessments, developing individualized treatment plans, delivering ongoing therapy and supportive counseling, monitoring client progress, participating in case consultations, and adjusting treatment plans as needed to ensure effective care. Accurate documentation and adherence to Merakey, Pennsylvania Department of Public Welfare (DPW), and Pennsylvania Department of Health (DOH) policies and confidentiality standards are essential.
Education & Career Development
Open positions in this county qualify for Pennsylvania’s Behavioral Health Higher Education Program (BHHEP), which offers candidates meaningful financial and career-building benefits. Through BHHEP, eligible students can receive a paid senior‑year internship with Merakey and may also access tuition assistance of up to $20,000 for bachelor’s programs or up to $40,000 for master’s programs, all while gaining hands‑on experience that strengthens their skills and future employability. Participants who pursue tuition assistance commit to two years of post‑graduation employment with the same provider, creating a smooth transition into the workforce and long‑term career stability. Candidates can learn more about the program and how to apply at https://bharp.org/providers/bhhep/.
Benefits
DailyPay – access your pay when you need it!
Retirement plan – both pre‑tax and Roth (after‑tax) options available for employee contributions.
Voluntary limited benefits offered through the American Worker. Offerings include limited medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance. (Not a substitute for major medical insurance.)
Access to Care.com for backup childcare, elder care, and household services (for FFS employees working at least 170 hours per quarter).
Confidential counseling, legal, and financial services through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
Enjoy our On the Goga well‑being platform, featuring self‑care tools and resources.
Employee discounts and savings programs on entertainment, travel, and lifestyle.
Access to Pryor Online Learning for 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 support nearly 40,000 individuals and families across 12 states each year.
Merakey strictly follows a zero‑tolerance policy for abuse.
Equal Opportunity
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. Merakey welcomes all Veterans to apply.
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