Therapist Dual DIsorder Community Treatment Team

Trinity Health•Pittsburgh, PA

About The Position

A therapist/service coordinator within a community treatment team supports individuals with mental health and substance use concerns in their community. The position combines clinical expertise and organizational skills to help individuals achieve recovery goals in a community setting. The role provides therapeutic services, coordinates care and resources, responds to crises, collaborates with treatment teams and community partners, maintains documentation, and advocates for clients. This is an exempt, salaried position scheduled Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with flexibility to meet consumers’ needs. Nontraditional hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, may be required. The position also provides on-call services on a rotating basis with a stipend. Pittsburgh Mercy is a community-based health and human services organization that uses person-centered care to serve vulnerable populations. It works with individuals and families in safe and familiar settings and treats them as equal partners in planning, developing, and monitoring care. Its mission is to be a compassionate, transforming presence in its communities and to offer help and hope to people experiencing mental illness and substance abuse, physical health needs, or traumatic circumstances, including homelessness.

Requirements

Master’s degree in social work, psychology, rehabilitation, activity therapies, counseling, or education.
At least 1 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 up to date and maintained in accordance with accrediting board guidelines.
Act 33, Act 34, and Act 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 in collaboration with psychiatrists, nurses, social workers, and other mental health professionals; monitor progress, advocate for client needs, and support continuity of care.
Respond to crises and emergencies by providing immediate support and facilitating interventions to promote 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 help with applications and paperwork.
Collaborate with external agencies, organizations, and community partners, and participate in case conferences, consultations, and interdisciplinary team meetings.
Maintain accurate, current documentation of assessments, treatment plans, progress notes, and other relevant information in accordance with regulatory standards and organizational policies; prepare reports, summaries, and statistical data as required.
Advocate for clients’ rights and interests and promote awareness and understanding of mental health issues through education and outreach, including workshops, presentations, and training for clients, families, and community stakeholders.
Provide on-call services on a rotating basis.