Merakey
Program Director - Dual Diagnosis Team - State College, PA
Merakey, State College, Pennsylvania, United States
Overview
Program Director - Dual Diagnosis Team Location: State College, Pennsylvania, United States Position: Full-Time Shift: 1st Shift - no weekends Work Schedule: Monday through Friday from 8:00 am to 4:30 pm Responsibilities
Developing and demonstrating a collaborative work environment in support of Merakey's Core Values. Creating a culture that fully engages employees and empowers others to suggest and make decisions for continuing improvement. Providing ongoing guidance, mentoring, feedback, and motivation to staff to ensure competent performance while adhering to department and Merakey policies and procedures. Ensuring compliance to state, local, federal, and contract requirements, as well as requirements from payors. Overseeing the profit and loss for the program and managing daily operations. Maintaining productive working relationships and communication with external and internal stakeholders. Overseeing recruitment and new hire onboarding processes. Qualifications
Must hold a Master’s or Doctorate degree in Social Work, Psychology, or a related Human Services field. Licensed or licensed eligible as a Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), Social Worker (LSW), Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Professional Counselor (LPC), or Behavior Specialist (LBS). Experience in the behavioral health field with: Minimum of two years of experience in a mental health setting Minimum of two years of experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities Minimum of two years of program management experience Valid driver's license and clean driving record required What is a Dual Diagnosis Treatment Team?
Merakey's Dual Diagnosis Treatment Team (DDTT) is a recovery-oriented program supporting individuals with both mental illness and intellectual disabilities. Through a high-touch, community-based model, DDTT delivers integrated mental health treatment, service coordination, and rehabilitation-empowering individuals to thrive in their homes and communities. As part of a close-knit, multidisciplinary team, you\'ll gain hands-on experience, 24/7 support, and the opportunity to make a real difference—making DDTT an ideal choice for those seeking meaningful, mission-driven work with room to grow. DDTT strengthens communities by reducing hospitalizations and promoting independence and inclusion, and we\'d love for you to be part of it. Learn more about Merakey’s DDTT programs. Starting Salary
Starting salary:
$68,000 annually, plus mileage reimbursement. Benefits
Merakey offers generous benefits that promote well-being, financial security, and work-life balance, including: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus access to healthcare advocacy support. Retirement plan -- both pre-tax and Roth (after-tax) options available for employee contributions. DailyPay -- access your pay when you need it! On the Goga well-being platform, featuring self-care tools and resources. Access Care.com for backup childcare, elder care, and household services. Confidential counseling, legal, and financial services through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP). Tuition reimbursement and educational partnerships. Employee discounts and savings programs on entertainment, travel, and lifestyle. Access to Pryor Online Learning for free online personal development classes. Learn more about our full benefits package - https://www.merakey.org/careers/benefits 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. 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. We encourage applicants from underrepresented backgrounds to apply and welcome all Veterans to apply.
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Program Director - Dual Diagnosis Team Location: State College, Pennsylvania, United States Position: Full-Time Shift: 1st Shift - no weekends Work Schedule: Monday through Friday from 8:00 am to 4:30 pm Responsibilities
Developing and demonstrating a collaborative work environment in support of Merakey's Core Values. Creating a culture that fully engages employees and empowers others to suggest and make decisions for continuing improvement. Providing ongoing guidance, mentoring, feedback, and motivation to staff to ensure competent performance while adhering to department and Merakey policies and procedures. Ensuring compliance to state, local, federal, and contract requirements, as well as requirements from payors. Overseeing the profit and loss for the program and managing daily operations. Maintaining productive working relationships and communication with external and internal stakeholders. Overseeing recruitment and new hire onboarding processes. Qualifications
Must hold a Master’s or Doctorate degree in Social Work, Psychology, or a related Human Services field. Licensed or licensed eligible as a Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), Social Worker (LSW), Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Professional Counselor (LPC), or Behavior Specialist (LBS). Experience in the behavioral health field with: Minimum of two years of experience in a mental health setting Minimum of two years of experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities Minimum of two years of program management experience Valid driver's license and clean driving record required What is a Dual Diagnosis Treatment Team?
Merakey's Dual Diagnosis Treatment Team (DDTT) is a recovery-oriented program supporting individuals with both mental illness and intellectual disabilities. Through a high-touch, community-based model, DDTT delivers integrated mental health treatment, service coordination, and rehabilitation-empowering individuals to thrive in their homes and communities. As part of a close-knit, multidisciplinary team, you\'ll gain hands-on experience, 24/7 support, and the opportunity to make a real difference—making DDTT an ideal choice for those seeking meaningful, mission-driven work with room to grow. DDTT strengthens communities by reducing hospitalizations and promoting independence and inclusion, and we\'d love for you to be part of it. Learn more about Merakey’s DDTT programs. Starting Salary
Starting salary:
$68,000 annually, plus mileage reimbursement. Benefits
Merakey offers generous benefits that promote well-being, financial security, and work-life balance, including: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus access to healthcare advocacy support. Retirement plan -- both pre-tax and Roth (after-tax) options available for employee contributions. DailyPay -- access your pay when you need it! On the Goga well-being platform, featuring self-care tools and resources. Access Care.com for backup childcare, elder care, and household services. Confidential counseling, legal, and financial services through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP). Tuition reimbursement and educational partnerships. Employee discounts and savings programs on entertainment, travel, and lifestyle. Access to Pryor Online Learning for free online personal development classes. Learn more about our full benefits package - https://www.merakey.org/careers/benefits 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. 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. We encourage applicants from underrepresented backgrounds to apply and welcome all Veterans to apply.
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