New 
High Access Volunteer
 Merakey | |
 United States, Pennsylvania, Pottsville | |
| 1 Norwegian Pl (Show on map) | |
 Nov 27, 2024 | |
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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 High Access Volunteer to join our team in our Pottsville, PA location.
Position Details General Responsibilities: * Maintain proper medical record documentation in accordance with Merakey, DPW, DOH regulations and policies. * Provide intake services by evaluating incoming referrals to determine the appropriate treatment intervention. * Prepare diagnostic assessments, case histories and other related correspondence as per Merakey, DPW and DOH policies and regulations. * Develop Treatment Plans: Develop a preliminary treatment plan based on client's presenting problem. The preliminary treatment plan is to be completed by the end of the second counseling session. A Master Treatment is to be developed by the end of the fourth counseling session. The therapists and client will identify individualized treatment issues, long and short term goals, and the type and frequency of services to meet those goals. Therapists will review and revise treatment plans with the client every 180 days. The Master Treatment plan and subsequent Treatment plan updates are to be reviewed and signed by the client, therapists, clinical supervisor and psychiatrist or supervisory physician. * Provide ongoing therapy and supportive counseling services to assigned caseload. * Monitor client progress in treatment and recommend treatment plan revisions and/or other appropriate disposition. * Maintain accurate and professional case records, documenting each case activity. Complete paperwork in a timely fashion. This includes, but is not limited to, client vouchers, progress notes, treatment plans, aftercare plans, case consults, discharge summaries, assessments, letters and other client related correspondence. * Attend and participate in meetings as assigned. * Accept responsibility in solving problems and improving delivery of services to clients and the community. Accept and perform related work as required by immediate supervisor and the Program Supervisor. * Attend regularly scheduled supervisory conferences with immediate supervisor, prepared to review cases, treatment plans, and other diagnostic materials. * Develop an individualized training plan with supervisor on an annual basis. * Adheres to all Merakey, County, State, and Federal policies and regulations related to mental health treatment services. * Complies with Merakey ethics and codes of conduct, as well as the ethics and code of conduct of own discipline, in all contact with clients, co-workers, and the community. * Participates in Merakey quality improvement/quality assurance activities. * Maintain confidentiality regarding client and department information as per policies and regulations of Merakey, Department of Public Welfare (DPW) and PA Department of Health (DOH). * Other duties as assigned to meet programmatic needs. Benefits Merakey offers competitive compensation plans and more! * DailyPay * Work/Life Balance * Flexible Schedules * Cell Phone Discount Plans * Employee Referral Bonuses 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! Bachelor Degree in Social Work, Counseling or Psychology. Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Protected Veterans/Disabled | |