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Ponessa Behavioral Health

CoOccurring SUD Outpatient Therapist Licensed Preferred

Ponessa Behavioral Health, Hershey, Pennsylvania, United States, 17033

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Help people get back into the swing of life by joining our team as a Co-Occurring Therapist in the Substance Use Department Program! Summary:

Monday through Friday, daytime hours with flexible start and end times to create work/life balance

Full-time and Part-time positions available in Harrisburg and Lebanon

Essential Responsibilities:

Practical understanding of substance use disorders as well as a practical understanding of the process of substance use disorder recovery

Ability to effectively conduct therapeutic, goal‑directed treatment sessions with individuals

Ability to facilitate groups, including but not limited to: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Early Recovery

Knowledge of and an ability to complete all required record‑keeping documentation

Practical understanding of the State and Federal Confidentiality laws and regulations governing the SUD treatment programs in the state of Pennsylvania

Acquisition of 25 hours of DDAP approved training per year

Cognizant of MAT services

Familiarity with and an ability to collaborate with local recovery support services

Practical understanding of the SAMHSA Guiding Principles of Recovery

Attendance at all mandatory and scheduled training, supervisions, and staff meetings

Report to SUD Facility Director on a regular basis to ensure consistency and quality of care

Maintain professional boundaries and behavior, as specified by the Ponessa Behavioral Health Code of Ethics/Conduct and the PCP Code of Ethics, during interactions with all staff and clients

Education Requirements:

Master's degree in Addiction Counseling, Community Counseling, Community Psychology, Criminal Justice, Health/Human Services, Marriage & Family Therapy, Music Therapy, Pastoral Ministries or Studies, Sociology, and any other acceptable degree defined by the Pennsylvania Department of Drug & Alcohol Programs.

A minimum of one year of uninterrupted experience in a licensed drug and alcohol setting; preferably outpatient level of care.

Preferred Qualifications/Skills:

PA Licensed: LPC, LSW, LCSW, LMFT

CADC or CAADC Certification

If you do not have a license or certification, you must actively be working on obtaining it within 3-5 years of employment.

DDAP Trainings: Must be completed within 1 year from the date of hire

Addiction 101

SUD Confidentiality

Motivational Interviewing

Basic HIV

TB/STD

ASAM

Case Management Overview

Screening and Assessment

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Competent computer skills

Substance Use Disorder Outpatient Therapist Rates: Full‑time:

$48,000.00‑$50,000.00 – PA licensed annual salary range (LSW, LPC, LCSW, LMFT)

$45,000.00 – Annual salary range for non‑licensed

Part‑time: (Based on length of therapy session)

$40.00 per hour – PA Licensed (LSW, LPC, LCSW, LMFT)

$34.00 per hour – non‑licensed

Credentials:

PA Child Abuse History Clearance (Act 151)

PA Criminal History Clearance (Act 34)

PA Department of Human Services: Use service code 1KG738

Educational Documentation: Official Transcripts

Child Abuse Mandated Reporter Training Certificate

ASAM Training Certificate: If acquired

DDAP Approved Confidentiality Training Certificate: If acquired

Credentials and Clearances:

PA Child Abuse History Clearance (Act 151)

PA Criminal History Clearance (Act 34)

PA Department of Human Services: Use service code 1KG738

Educational Documentation: Official Transcripts

Child Abuse Mandated Reporter Certificate

Certified Recovery Specialist Certificate: If acquired

Perks and Benefits:

Medical and prescription drug coverage

Dental and vision coverage

Critical illness, disability, cancer, life insurance, and ABLEPAY.

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

PTO, PTO cash out, PTO increases, and holiday pay

Free supervision towards licensure

Employee appreciation, recognition, and awards

401K and Roth IRA Retirement Savings Plan with matching contribution

Tuition discounts through educational partnerships

Paid training

Loan Repayment Program (LRP) Practitioner approved site (see Ponessa.com for additional information)

Submit your resume today for immediate consideration!

To view a complete listing of available opportunities with Ponessa Behavioral Health, click here: https://www.ponessa.com/careers/

Ponessa Behavioral Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The personnel policies are designed to assure equal treatment of all individuals with regard to employment regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, sex age, veteran’s status, or non‑job related physical or mental handicap or disability.

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