Description

Who We Are

Steps to Recovery is a premier substance use disorder and co-occurring mental health disorder outpatient center. For both substance use disorder and mental health clients, we will offer separate programs for each population. Our programs will include partial hospitalization treatment, intensive outpatient treatment (day and night programs), and outpatient care, all with the support of a psychiatric provider, licensed clinicians, and experienced professionals. Medication-assisted treatment (MAT) options and psychiatric medication management will be offered at all care levels. Our programs are trauma-informed, individualized, and accredited by the Human Rights Campaign as a leader in providing LGBTQ services.

How You will Make a Difference

Position Summary

• Ensure the health and safety of all clients
• Assess and prescribe appropriate medication regimens
• Assess medical and psychiatric issues / concerns and address or make appropriate referral
• Approve potential admissions based on medical and psychiatric requirements
• Consult with treatment team on primary diagnosis and co-occurring issues

Position Responsibilities

• Maintaining a safe and secure environment
• Help Clients by providing information, services, and assistance
• Routine checkups and psychiatric evaluations of clients
• Conducting follow up and evaluation of client physical and psychiatric conditions.
• Prescribe medications as necessary
• Document clinical, medical, and psychiatric treatments and recommendations
• Pre-screen clients by reviewing psych and medical records for admission
• Order Lab work and UAs as needed

Qualifications

What We're Seeking

Education and Experience

• A minimum of 2 years' experience in a Psychiatric setting, preferably in a substance abuse setting.
• Certified in the state of Pennsylvania as a CRNP or PA
• Appropriate degree from an accredited institution
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Willingness to work with a clinical team to make recommendations and implement strategies that will benefit clients
• Willingness to take calls during afterhours days and times.
• Other tasks and duties appropriate to the position and/or as assigned
• PHI Access: Medical

Steps to Recovery provides equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, creed, ancestry, national origin, ethnicity, sex, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, religion, age, disability, gender identity, genetic information, service in the military, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. Equal employment opportunity applies to all terms and conditions of employment Steps to Recovery reserves the rights to modify, interpret, or apply this job description in any way the organization desires. This job description in no way implies that these are the only duties, including essential duties, to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to reasonably accommodate qualified individuals with disabilities. This job description is not an employment contract, implied or otherwise. The employment relationship remains At-Will.