Children's Drug & Alcohol Therapist
Company: PATH People Acting To Help, Inc.
Location: Philadelphia
Posted on: February 14, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description ABOUT PATH INC. PATH (People
Acting to Help) Inc. is a comprehensive Community Behavioral Health
and Intellectual Disability Center. We offer a wide of array of
services and supports to meet the needs of our community in
Northeast Philadelphia. PATH regularly achieves the highest levels
of accreditation including a 5 Star Provider Rating by CBH,
Philadelphia’s Managed Care Entity, and recognition and awards
related to our high-quality, innovative programs and staff
accomplishments and contributions. Our Mission? To Help Individuals
Achieve a More Independent and Fulfilling Life. WHY WORK AT PATH? A
Career with Meaning At PATH, our team members are at the heart of
what we do, so we work hard to give them the best reasons to work
here — and to stay here. In addition to the satisfaction of making
a real difference in people's lives, we offer: • Competitive pay •
Annual increases • Performance and longevity bonuses •
Comprehensive benefits package for staff and family • Generous
number of paid holidays, vacation, sick, and personal time •
No-cost pension plan • Ongoing professional development
opportunities, including licensure supervision • Cutting-edge
treatment facility, resources, and treatment modalities •
Opportunities for advancement and growth within the organization •
Eligible for the Federal Public Student Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
program • Referral bonus for referring a friend who accepts
employment JOB SUMMARY: To promote the mission of PATH to help
individuals achieve a more independent and fulfilling life by being
an effective team member. The Children/Youth Services Drug &
Alcohol Therapist will be responsible for the delivery of clinical
services, to adolescents and their families who are either at risk
for or actively engaging in substance use/abuse. QUALIFCATIONS :
Master’s degree in human services field from an accredited college
or university One year post-Master's experience working with
youth/families and drug & alcohol experience required. Knowledge of
substance use issues and treatment Excellent interpersonal skills
LCSW, LMFT, LPC preferred. License eligible within 6 months of
employment. SPECIFIC DUTIES: Provide individual, family, couple and
group therapy for adolescents and their families utilizing approved
treatment modalities and interventions Collaborate closely with all
systems involved with each assigned youth and document all case
management activity Be aware of clients’ financial liabilities,
coordinate any financial changes with PATH’s Billing Department,
and assist clients in securing third party resources when indicated
Complete all required documentation including treatment plans,
assessments, annual reviews, progress notes and discharge summaries
in a timely, comprehensive and legible manner and in accordance
with PATH policies and procedures Contribute to any quality
improvement/outcome measurement tracking, development and data
gathering as assigned Collect all pertinent information and provide
comprehensive assessments in accordance with PATH policies and
procedures Be flexible in scheduling appointments to meet
youth/family needs Meet productivity standards for your position,
which includes direct and indirect standards. Provide community
based services and/or service delivery as assigned PHYSICAL
DEMANDS: Minimal in nature. We are an equal opportunity employer,
and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for
employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual
orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age,
national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected
veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Keywords: PATH People Acting To Help, Inc., Trenton , Children's Drug & Alcohol Therapist, Healthcare , Philadelphia, New Jersey
