Substance Use Disorder Case Manager - Pittsburgh, PA

The ideal candidate will possess the following qualifications:

Education:

• Bachelor's degree (or higher) in Psychology, Social Work, or a related field OR in an unrelated field with 18+ credits in Human Services

Experience:

• 1+ years of experience in substance use disorder treatment
• 1+ years of case management experience
• Experience with adults preferred

Certifications:

• Credential through PCB (such as CRS, CPS, or CAAP) or be actively working toward certification (must obtain within 2 years of hire)

Additional Requirements:

• Valid driver's license and ability to operate company-owned vehicles
• Willingness to drive up to 40 miles from Penn Hills to see consumers

Are you looking for an opportunity to advance your career while working with an extraordinary team? At Merakey, we put heart and soul into everything we do. We are seeking a Community Based Substance Use Disorder Case Manager to join our team in our Penn Hills, PA location. This is more than just a job; it's an opportunity to make a real impact in the lives of those in recovery.

Earn $23.51/hour with the selection of the Enhanced Pay Option (after 90 days).

Why Merakey?

• Competitive Pay: Start earning $23.51/hour with the option to increase after just 90 days through our Enhanced Pay Option.
• Student Loan Repayment: Our Fellowship Program offers up to $25,000 for Bachelor's level candidates and $45,000 for Master's level candidates to help pay off student loans. All it takes is a 2-year commitment as a Substance Use Disorder Case Manager and acceptance into the Fellowship Program.
• Generous Bonuses & Benefits: Enjoy a new, increased on-call bonus, mileage reimbursement, and comprehensive benefits (more info below) to support your personal and professional growth.

Position Overview:

As a Community-Based Substance Use Disorder Case Manager, you will play a key role in supporting individuals in recovery. Your responsibilities will include:

• Case Management: Provide hands-on support and guidance to individuals in recovery, assisting with accessing resources such as housing, medical care, recovery support (e.g., 12-step meetings), and food banks.
• Collaboration: Communicate effectively with Supervisors and Counselors to ensure all client needs are met and that changes in services are communicated in a timely manner.
• Support in Transition: Help clients with referrals to higher levels of care and ensure necessary documentation, such as ROIs, is handled smoothly.
• Motivation & Education: Encourage clients to engage in therapy services and provide education to those who may be resistant to treatment.

Benefits

Merakey offers medical, dental - vision insurance plans, competitive compensation plans and more!

• DailyPay
• Work/Life Balance
• Flexible Schedules
• Cell Phone Discount Plans
• Employee Referral Bonuses
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Care.com Membership

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. Click here to watch a video about Merakey. 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. Moreover, we are committed to creating teams that reflect the diversity of the communities we serve and encourage applicants from underrepresented backgrounds to apply. Merakey welcomes all Veterans to apply!