Drug & Alcohol Counselor

Merakey is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Counselor to join our Drug & Alcohol Program at the Wellness Village in Philadelphia, PA 19136. This is a full-time position (40 hours per week) working Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM.

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In this role, you will provide individual and group therapy services to adults receiving substance use treatment, helping individuals overcome barriers to recovery and achieve their personal goals. Working as part of a multidisciplinary team, you will conduct assessments, develop treatment plans, coordinate care, and support clients throughout their recovery journey. This is an excellent opportunity for a clinically skilled professional who is passionate about delivering high-quality behavioral health services and empowering individuals to create lasting positive change in their lives.

• Clinical Services: Facilitate individual and group therapy; assess treatment needs and recommend appropriate levels of care; engage and motivate individuals across varying stages of change; provide outreach and re-engagement support for individuals who are disengaged from treatment; maintain therapeutic rapport while upholding professional boundaries; utilize strong counseling, communication, and evidence-based clinical intervention skills.
• Caseload Management & Documentation: Manage an assigned caseload and monitor treatment progress, engagement, and recovery goals; maintain accurate, timely, and compliant clinical documentation; ensure client records meet program, county, state, and federal requirements.
• Case Management & Care Coordination: Collaborate with case managers and multidisciplinary team members to connect individuals with community resources and support services; provide case management assistance as needed to promote recovery and treatment success.
• Program Compliance & Quality Assurance: Monitor client records, authorized service units, incident reporting, and non-billable activities; ensure compliance with Merakey, county, state, federal, licensing, and payer requirements; maintain client confidentiality and participate in quality improvement initiatives.
• Communication & Professional Development: Communicate effectively with supervisors, case managers, peer specialists, and other stakeholders regarding client needs and service coordination; participate in clinical supervision, required trainings, continuing education, and team meetings; maintain productivity standards and perform other duties as assigned.