Outpatient Drug and Alcohol Therapist - Fee for Service

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 fee for service Outpatient Drug and Alcohol Therapist to join our
Adult Behavioral Health team in Pottsville, PA.

Schedule: Flexible fee‑for‑service schedule; weekday hours between 9:00 a. m. and
5:00 p. m. 

Earn $28-$40/hour

Position Details

Our outpatient therapists provide comprehensive therapeutic services to
individuals struggling with substance use disorders. Responsibilities include
conducting intake assessments, developing individualized treatment plans, and
delivering ongoing therapy and supportive counseling. They monitor client
progress, participate in case consultations, and adjust 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.

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 to it at: https://bharp. org/providers/bhhep/
[https://bharp. org/providers/bhhep/]

Benefits

Merakey offers benefits tailored to support your unique work arrangements.

* 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 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. [https://youtu. be/MD3KtxmS7qo]

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!

Qualifications

The ideal candidate will possess the following qualifications

* Master’s degree or higher in Clinical Psychology, Counseling Psychology,
Psychology, Addiction Studies, Social Work, or a related field with a
concentration in counseling is required.
* Minimum of one (1) year of counseling experience (at least 1,820 hours) in a
health or human services setting, preferably in a drug and alcohol treatment
environment.

* Candidates without prior experience in a drug and alcohol treatment setting
must provide a written training plan outlining development of competency in
chemical dependency counseling.
* Additional education or specialized training in human services or counseling
fields related to substance use treatment is strongly preferred.
* Professional licensure is preferred, including:
* Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC)
* Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)
* Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT)