Dual Disorder Therapist Community Treatment Team

Trinity Health•Pittsburgh, PA

About The Position

A therapist/service coordinator on a community treatment team supports individuals with mental health and substance use concerns in their communities. The role combines clinical expertise and organizational skills to help clients pursue recovery goals. Services include therapy, care coordination, crisis response, resource referrals, collaboration with community partners, documentation, advocacy, and education. This is an exempt, salaried position with a regular schedule of Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., with flexibility to meet consumers’ needs. Nontraditional hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, may be required. The therapist also provides rotating on-call services with a stipend. Pittsburgh Mercy is a community-based health and human services organization that provides person-centered care to vulnerable populations. It works with individuals and families in settings familiar to them and treats them as partners in planning, developing, and monitoring care.

Requirements

Master’s degree in social work, psychology, rehabilitation, activity therapies, counseling, or education.
One year of paid professional behavioral health experience.
Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CADC) certification required within six months of hire.
Keep licensure and/or certification requirements current and in good standing with the relevant accrediting board.
Act 33/34/73 clearances.
Pre-employment drug screen.
Valid driver’s license.
Ability to drive an organization vehicle.
Access to transportation.

Nice To Haves

LPC or LCSW licensure is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

Provide individual and group therapy using evidence-based approaches, including conducting assessments, developing treatment plans, and implementing interventions.
Coordinate client care and services with treatment team members, monitor progress, advocate for client needs, and support continuity of care.
Respond to crises and emergencies by providing immediate support and facilitating interventions for client safety and stabilization.
Help clients access community resources and support services, including housing assistance, employment programs, substance abuse treatment, and social support networks; provide information, referrals, and application assistance.
Collaborate with external agencies, organizations, and community partners, and participate in case conferences, consultations, and interdisciplinary team meetings.
Maintain accurate and current client assessments, treatment plans, progress notes, and other records in compliance with regulatory standards and organizational policies; prepare reports and other required data.
Advocate for clients’ rights and interests and promote awareness of mental health issues through education and outreach, including workshops, presentations, and training sessions.
Provide rotating on-call services.