Mental Health Professional

Merakey; Shelocta (PA); On-site; USD 51,300 - 62,700; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Retirement plan (pre-tax & Roth)

DailyPay

Goga platform

Care.com access

EAP services

Tuition reimbursement

Employee discounts

Pryor Online Learning

Job summary

Merakey is seeking a Mental Health Professional to join our ACT Team in Shelocta, PA, supporting Indiana and Armstrong County. You will deliver recovery‑oriented services to adults with severe mental illness in home and community settings.

Responsibilities include assessing and developing individualized treatment plans, coordinating therapy and medication management, collaborating with psychiatrists, nurses, and other professionals, and conducting visits using a personal vehicle for

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in counseling, social work, psychology, or a related human service field.
• 2 years of clinical experience working with adults with severe and persistent mental illness preferred.
• A valid driver’s license is required. Travel is necessary to provide support across Indiana and Armstrong County.
• Knowledge and understanding of recovery principles and recovery‑driven systems.

Responsibilities

• Assess, plan, and develop individualized treatment plans for individuals with severe and persistent mental illness.
• Coordinate and provide therapy, medication management, and resource linkage services.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team including psychiatrists, nurses, substance abuse professionals, employment specialists, housing specialists, and peer specialists.
• Conduct therapeutic services in an individual’s home or community setting.
• Utilize personal vehicles for client transportation and community‑based work.

Skills

Recovery principles

Clinical experience

Valid driver’s license

Travel required

Education

Master’s degree in counseling, social work, psychology, or related field

Job description

Requirements

• Master's Degree in counseling, social work, psychology, or a related human service field
• 2 years of clinical experience working with adults with severe and persistent mental illness preferred
• A valid driver’s license is required. Travel is necessary to provide support across Indiana and Armstrong County
• Knowledge and understanding of recovery principles and recovery‑driven systems

We are seeking a Mental Health Professional to join our team in Shelocta, PA supporting Indiana and Armstrong County.

Earn $27.61/hour.

Position Details

As a member of the Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) Team, the Mental Health Professional plays a vital role in delivering comprehensive services to individuals with severe and persistent mental illness.

• Assess, plan, and develop individualized treatment plans for individuals with severe and persistent mental illness.
• Coordinate and provide therapy, medication management, and resource linkage services.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team including psychiatrists, nurses, substance abuse professionals, employment specialists, housing specialists, and peer specialists.
• Conduct therapeutic services in an individual’s home or community setting.
• Utilize personal vehicles for client transportation and community‑based work.

Our Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) model supports individuals with serious mental illnesses who may not have benefited from traditional outpatient programs. We offer tailored services emphasizing relationship‑building and active involvement in enhancing functioning and symptom management.

Services involve weekly home visits, provided either in individuals’ residences or within the community, utilizing personal vehicles for client transportation and community‑based tasks.

If you are enthusiastic about making a positive impact on individuals facing mental health challenges, apply now to join our essential ACT Team at Merakey.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus access to healthcare advocacy support
• Retirement plan – both pre‑tax and Roth 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 to 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

Apply today through the Merakey employee portal.

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.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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!