Psychiatric Rehabilitation Counselor - MIYA

Psychiatric Rehabilitation Counselor - MIYA

Main Campus - McKeesport, PA 15132

Overview

Salary Range $18.50 - $21.50 Hourly Level Experienced Position Type Full Time Job Shift Any Education Level Not Specified Travel Percentage Road Warrior Category Nonprofit - Social Services

Description

Auberle strengthens more than 5,000 individuals and families each year, helping to build strong communities. Auberle has evolved into a premier multi-service agency with programs spanning Workforce Development, Housing, Foster Care, Young Adult Services, and Behavioral Health. Auberle's mission is to help build strong individuals, families, and communities

Program Description:

• The Mobile Intervention for Young Adults (MIYA) Program delivers comprehensive mobile services and supports to youth during their transition out of the social service system into a community. The MIYA Program engages youth and young adults in decision-making and problem-solving processes for all aspects of their life. The program works closely with the individual's family and natural supports to assist them with meeting their individual goals for recovery. The goal is to support transition age youth and young adults to live as independently as possible in their community while maximizing stability and long-term recovery.

• This program serves Allegheny County HealthChoices/Medical Assistance eligible youth and young adults ages 18 to 25 years, with a primary serious emotional/behavioral disorder (SE/BD) or serious mental illness (SMI) who fall into at least one of the following categories:
• Currently living in an adult Community Residential Rehabilitation Program (CRR) or Long Term Structured Residential Program (LTSR)
• Are being discharged from a psychiatric Residential Treatment Facilities (RTF)
• Are aging out of Children, Youth and Family Services
• Are transitioning out of the Juvenile Justice system

• The MIYA Program takes a clinical and skill development approach to assist youth and young adults to develop critical adaptive skills needed to negotiate, establish, and adapt to independent living in the community. MIYA helps individuals capitalize on opportunities to self-determine what they need to lead a meaningful life in the community, including choosing where to live, learn, work, and socialize.

Position Title and Overview:

Psychiatric Rehabilitation Counselor

• Promote the philosophy and mission of Auberle in the provision of all responsibilities.
• Engage and re-engage the young adults as necessary to form a productive relationship.
• Assess current skills and needs of the consumers.
• Model and educate life skills, social skills and vocational skills in group and/or individual settings.
• Educate consumers on community resources and model how to establish connections.

Location and Travel Requirements:

This position is primarily located in Great Pittsburgh area. All positions are also expected to come to training, meetings, and other events at Main Campus in McKeesport, as scheduled. The travel required for this position is frequent.

Great Benefits:

• Comprehensive health insurance
• Generous paid time off
• Retirement savings plan and company match
• Tuition reimbursement and loan repayment assistance
• Professional development and training opportunities
• A commitment to work-life balance

Qualifications

Position Requirements:

• Act 33/34 and FBI Clearances
• Bachelor's Degree and one year direct mental health or human services experience
• Ownership of a reliable vehicle, a valid driver's license, and proof of insurance
• Must be available for 24/7 on-call for 1 week approximately every 6-8 weeks
• Working knowledge of effective treatment modalities and trauma-informed services that support innovative therapeutic interventions
• Flexibility to work evenings for weekends

Auberle is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all individuals regardless of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.