Our Drug and Alcohol Program is committed to person-centered care and utilizes a harm reduction approach to support individuals in creating meaningful change. We provide comprehensive treatment services, including Medication-Assisted Treatment for Opioid Use Disorder (MOUD) and Alcohol Use Disorder (MAUD). Our team fosters a collaborative and supportive culture through strong teamwork, weekly individual supervision, and weekly group supervision to promote both staff development and quality patient care.
Sign-on bonus of up to $7,000 for a 2-year work commitment!
Responsibilities:
Patient Assessment & Treatment
- Conduct assessments, screenings, and intake activities under supervision to support diagnosis and treatment planning.
- Provide individual and group therapy, recovery education, and family engagement as appropriate.
- Collaborate with the treatment team to develop, implement, and update treatment plans based on patient needs.
Care Coordination
- Engage clients, address participation barriers, and promote recovery-focused self-management.
- Coordinate care with providers, community resources, and support services to ensure continuity of care.
- Recommend and facilitate referrals to appropriate levels of care and community-based services.
Documentation & Quality
- Maintain accurate, timely clinical documentation, case records, and service authorizations.
- Participate in treatment team meetings, case reviews, and discussions regarding patient progress and care needs.
- Support quality improvement initiatives and perform duties in accordance with organizational standards and professional competencies.
- *Performs other duties as assigned.
- Bachelor's Degree in Psychology, Social Work, Counseling, Education in school counseling, or related field required.
- Completion of a human services related internship/practicum or 1 year of relevant human services experience.
- Knowledge of psychiatric evaluation and assessment process preferred.
Additional Preferences:
- One (1) year of counseling or behavioral health experience.
- Experience facilitating both individual and group counseling sessions.
- Experience conducting psychosocial, substance use, and/or mental health assessments.
- Knowledge of behavioral health, mental health, and substance use disorder treatment principles.
- Strong assessment, clinical interviewing, and documentation skills.
- Excellent organizational, time management, and prioritization abilities.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work independently while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams.
- Proficiency in electronic health records (EHR) and standard computer applications.
ATTENTION: A COPY OF YOUR BACHELOR LEVEL TRANSCRIPTS MUST BE ATTACHED FOR CONSIDERATION.
Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
- Comprehensive Crisis Management (CCMC)
- Act 31 Child Abuse Reporting with renewal
- Act 33 with renewal
- Act 34 with renewal
- Act 73 FBI Clearance with renewal
- OAPSA
UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran