
Here at Meridian Healthcare, our people are the heart of everything we do. For more than 50 years, we have been dedicated to improving lives, strengthening communities, and providing compassionate, high-quality behavioral healthcare throughout North Central Florida.
We are looking for individuals with heart, purpose, and a passion for serving others. Whether you are beginning your career journey or bringing years of experience, you’ll find opportunities to grow, make a meaningful impact, and be part of a team committed to excellence.
Explore our career opportunities and discover why Meridian Healthcare is an employer of choice for professionals who want their work to matter, their contributions to be valued, and their careers to make a difference every day.
This advanced clinical counseling role provides assessment, intake, treatment planning, and documentation to address patients’ individualized needs. The clinician builds supportive, therapeutic relationships while delivering timely, high-quality care and addressing any safety or service concerns promptly.
This position may also provide consultation to staff and requires the ability to work both independently and within a multidisciplinary team under the supervision of the Program Director or Manager.
This position supports clients in developing and achieving treatment goals through evidence-based therapeutic interventions for mental health, behavioral, and substance use disorders. The role serves as a liaison between clients, families, Meridian staff, and community partners while contributing to program and departmental objectives.
Make an impact where it matters most
As a Jail-Based MAT Clinician/Patient Navigator, provide compassionate, trauma-informed care to individuals in custody—supporting recovery, reducing recidivism, and guiding them toward a healthier future both inside and beyond the jail walls.
Be the reason someone believes recovery is possible
As a Jail-Based Peer Recovery Specialist, use your lived experience to inspire hope, support individuals in custody, and help them build a path to lasting recovery—because every second chance matters.
Be the reason someone believes recovery is possible
As a Jail-Based Peer Recovery Specialist, use your lived experience to inspire hope, support individuals in custody, and help them build a path to lasting recovery—because every second chance matters.
Be the reason someone believes recovery is possible
As a Jail-Based Peer Recovery Specialist, use your lived experience to inspire hope, support individuals in custody, and help them build a path to lasting recovery—because every second chance matters.
This position coordinates mentoring services for an assigned group of clients, providing highly individualized, culturally responsive care. The role serves as a client advocate, promotes recovery and self-determination, and collaborates with team members using a wraparound approach. The position ensures client rights are protected and reports any concerns of abuse or neglect.
The Billing Specialist performs key administrative and billing functions, including processing departmental mail and verifying deposits. This role is responsible for accurately posting, reconciling, and adjusting payments in accordance with established policies. The Billing Specialist ensures accurate account balances and maintains proper documentation within the EMR system.
The APRN is responsible for providing clinical follow-up care to clients who are stable and maintained on prescribed medications. This role involves advocating for clients while delivering care in a culturally sensitive manner, ensuring that client rights are protected, and promptly reporting any concerns related to abuse or neglect. Services are provided under the protocols of a center psychiatrist, with direct supervision to ensure high-quality, compliant care.
Shift assessment, intake RN assessment/admission full and screening, and d/c assessment, obtain, assess and disseminate necessary information, incident reports based upon interviews as needed, nursing assignments, peer evaluations to assist RN Shift Supervisor.
The Registered Nurse is responsible for identifying client alterations in health, assessing the client’s responses to actual and potential health problems and prescribed treatments, and providing appropriate nursing interventions to return the client to baseline health with appropriate physician orders. Whenever possible, the client, family/significant others is integrated in the care provided. The RN functions within the interdisciplinary team model to provide a safe, therapeutic environment and support the client in reintegration to the community. OSHA Statement: This position has potential for exposure to blood and body fluids.
This is a highly responsible position in which the candidate will work as part of a dual diagnosis team of professionals providing both mental health and substance abuse treatment. The candidate must have the knowledge, skill and ability to complete intake, orientation, bio-psychosocial assessments, treatment plans, and work with a myriad of personalities. The candidate must also have the ability to present psychosocial educational groups, process groups and individual sessions to adult consumers in pre-contemplation, contemplation and stage one of recovery. This position will work under the supervision of a master’s level practitioner.
This professional role collaborates closely with an interdisciplinary team to support the delivery and coordination of services within an acute care inpatient setting. The position serves clients, their families, Meridian inpatient and outpatient staff, community partners, and insurance carriers to ensure seamless and effective care coordination.
This is an advanced professional counseling position responsible for conducting assessments, evaluations, intake processes, treatment planning, and thorough documentation to address the individualized treatment needs of patients.
The MAT Clinician is expected to build strong, professional, and empathetic relationships with patients while delivering timely, high-quality clinical care. This role requires sound clinical judgment and the ability to promptly identify and address any concerns related to patient safety, quality, or appropriateness of care.
In addition to providing direct clinical services, the clinician may offer consultation and support to Center staff and other agency personnel.
This position requires the ability to work both independently and collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team under the supervision of the Program Director and/or Program Manager.
The Financial Counselor supports billing and collections processes within Meridian’s Finance Division. This role works closely with internal departments to ensure accurate billing support and effective administrative operations, contributing to the organization’s financial and operational efficiency.
Shift assessment, intake RN assessment/admission full and screening, and d/c assessment, obtain, assess and disseminate necessary information, incident reports based upon interviews as needed, nursing assignments, peer evaluations to assist RN Shift Supervisor.
The Registered Nurse is responsible for identifying client alterations in health, assessing the client’s responses to actual and potential health problems and prescribed treatments, and providing appropriate nursing interventions to return the client to baseline health with appropriate physician orders. Whenever possible, the client, family/significant others is integrated in the care provided. The RN functions within the interdisciplinary team model to provide a safe, therapeutic environment and support the client in reintegration to the community. OSHA Statement: This position has potential for exposure to blood and body fluids.
Make a difference every day by delivering client-centered care that supports safety, recovery, and dignity. You’ll conduct key assessments, collaborate with an interdisciplinary team, and help clients achieve successful reintegration into the community.
If you’re passionate about patient care and ready to make an impact, we want to hear from you!
Be the first step in someone’s recovery journey. As an Admissions Coordinator, you’ll guide clients into care, manage referrals and waitlists, and help create a welcoming, supportive admission experience.
You’ll work alongside a compassionate clinical team, coordinate intakes, maintain key reports, and support clients through meaningful interactions that make a difference.
Ideal for someone organized, empathetic, and passionate about helping others.
This position serves as the first point of contact for individuals seeking inpatient Crisis Stabilization and Detox services, ensuring a compassionate and high-quality experience throughout the admission process. The role involves direct interaction with clients under the supervision of the Director of Emergency Screening, with comprehensive training support provided by the Director of the Access Center.
Success in this role requires excellent customer service skills, strong collaboration within a team environment, and careful attention to documentation. The ideal candidate will demonstrate the ability to think critically and work independently while effectively managing multiple client needs in a fast-paced, client-centered setting.
This position is responsible for the provision of direct client care and interaction under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN), Nurse Manager or physician. The LPN provides medication administration, wound care, patient and family education and historical data collection. Documents care provided in the clinical record. The population served includes children and adults. OSHA Statement: This position has potential for exposure to blood and body fluids.
The Care Coordinator – Court Diversion is an independent, professional role responsible for conducting comprehensive assessments, coordinating care, and providing advocacy services for adults with substance use and co-occurring disorders who are involved in, or at risk of involvement with, the justice system.
This position works collaboratively with courts, jails, community partners, and internal teams to develop and implement individualized plans of care focused on reducing recidivism and supporting long-term recovery and stability.Key responsibilities include identifying gaps in services, establishing short- and long-term goals with clients, and ensuring access to a full continuum of medical, behavioral health, and social support services.
This is routine manual work performing custodial assignments in Center facilities and grounds. Under general supervision, perform a wide variety of custodial and maintenance duties in order to provide a clean, orderly and safe environment; and perform related work as required. This position is reviewed through reports and observations and has potential exposure to blood and body fluids. Personal protective equipment may be needed while performing some of these custodial duties.
This Human Resources Generalist is responsible for performing a broad range of HR-related duties on a professional level and works closely with the full HR team to support organizational operations. This role supports multiple HR functions including employee relations, onboarding, compliance, leave administration, recruiting support, staff development initiatives, and HR operations.
The HR Generalist partners with departments across the organization to support workforce needs, employee engagement, training coordination, compliance efforts, and operational continuity while maintaining professionalism, confidentiality, and a high level of customer service.
The Manager of Facilities is responsible for overseeing the daily operations of the Maintenance department in alignment with Meridian’s mission and strategic objectives. This role provides leadership and supervision to maintenance staff while ensuring the efficient execution of facilities-related projects and initiatives.
The Manager is accountable for maintaining the optimal functionality of all building systems, including mechanical, HVAC, electrical, fire/life safety systems, and elevators. This position may also oversee external contractors for facility renovations, upgrades, and infrastructure projects.
Operating with a high degree of independence, the Manager utilizes experience, sound judgment, and strategic planning to ensure safe, compliant, and efficient facility operations. This position reports directly to the Vice President of Facilities.
This is an independent professional position that oversees an interdisciplinary team of care coordinators, clinician, outreach specialist and peer support specialist. The TIEH Team engages homeless persons/at risk of homelessness in community settings through relationship building, screening, referral, and subsequent service linkage to the TIEH team and ancillary services such as psychiatric care, substance abuse treatment, medical /dental care, employment, temporary shelter and longer-term housing. The work is performed with a high degree of independence. TIEH Team lead is responsible for collecting and entering data for a federal grant data collection site. TIEH services support clients as they work to build on independence and their recovery journey. The TIEH Lead and team members perform their daily duties in community settings including but not limited to homeless shelters, client homes, in proximity to homeless encampments, as well as Meridian clinics.
The Clinical Director of Inpatient Services serves as a key leader responsible for driving strategic, clinical, and operational excellence across Access and Emergency Services. This role ensures the delivery of exceptional, patient-centered care while upholding the highest standards of safety, regulatory compliance, and fiscal stewardship.
As a senior leader, the Director oversees daily operations, workforce planning, and budget management, while guiding clinical teams to achieve optimal outcomes. The position plays a critical role in advancing organizational performance by strengthening clinical protocols, enhancing service delivery, and leading data-driven quality improvement initiatives. Through strong leadership and collaboration, the Clinical Director fosters a culture of accountability, innovation, and continuous improvement aligned with the organization’s mission and goals.
Join our community mental health team as a Certified Medical Assistant, providing patient care under a licensed physician and within the scope of Florida Statute 458.3485 and Meridian Policy and Procedure. You’ll support both clinical and administrative needs, including clerical tasks, insurance processing, and medical records. You’ll also help lead your unit and serve as a key liaison for client relations. This role is fast-paced and people-focused, requiring strong judgment, professionalism, and comfort working with the public. Occasional travel to nearby clinics may be needed.
Join a team where your work truly changes lives. As a Court Diversion Care Coordinator, you’ll support adults facing substance use or co-occurring challenges who are involved in the justice system — helping them access care, build stability, and break the cycle of recidivism. In this role, you’ll complete assessments, identify gaps in care, and work side-by-side with each person to create achievable goals and a plan that supports their recovery. You’ll coordinate services across medical, behavioral, and social needs while partnering with courts, jails, community agencies, and Meridian staff to ensure every individual gets the support they need. This is a dynamic, independent position where no two days look the same. You may work in the courtroom, jail, office, community, virtually, or directly in someone’s home. If you’re organized, compassionate, and motivated by meaningful work, this role gives you the chance to make a real impact every day.
This is an independent professional position performing assessments, service brokerage, and advocacy services for adults with substance abuse or co-occurring disorders at risk of or involved in the legal justice system. The Court Diversion Care Coordinator coordinates the care for consumers, working with other professionals from numerous community organizations, including courts, jail, and other Meridian staff. The work is performed with a high degree of independence. Focus of court diversion care coordinator is to perform assessments and screenings, including identifying gaps in care, co-develop long and short-term goals with patient/member and plan specific action steps in a plan of care to prevent or reduce recidivism. The Court Diversion Coordinator is accountable for ensuring that the persons served receive all the necessary services that address the plan of care goals. The plan of care addresses comprehensive medical, behavioral, and social healthcare coordination needs. Health Home Coordinator performs services telephonically, virtually, courtroom, jail, in office, in community and at persons served residence.
This is an independent professional position performing assessments, service brokerage, and advocacy services for adults with substance abuse or co-occurring disorders at risk of or involved in the legal justice system. The Court Diversion Care Coordinator coordinates the care for consumers, working with other professionals from numerous community organizations, including courts, jail, and other Meridian staff. The work is performed with a high degree of independence. Focus of court diversion care coordinator is to perform assessments and screenings, including identifying gaps in care, co-develop long and short-term goals with patient/member and plan specific action steps in a plan of care to prevent or reduce recidivism. The Court Diversion Coordinator is accountable for ensuring that the persons served receive all the necessary services that address the plan of care goals. The plan of care addresses comprehensive medical, behavioral, and social healthcare coordination needs. Health Home Coordinator performs services telephonically, virtually, courtroom, jail, in office, in community and at persons served residence.
The Care Coordinator – Court Diversion is an independent, professional role responsible for conducting assessments, coordinating care, and providing advocacy services for adults with substance use and co-occurring disorders who are involved in or at risk of involvement with the justice system. This position works collaboratively with courts, jails, community partners, and internal teams to develop and implement individualized plans of care aimed at reducing recidivism. Responsibilities include identifying gaps in services, establishing short- and long-term goals with clients, and ensuring access to comprehensive medical, behavioral, and social supports. Services are delivered across multiple settings, including telehealth, in-person community locations, courtrooms, correctional facilities, and client residences.
The Care Coordinator is an independent professional responsible for conducting assessments, coordinating services, and providing advocacy for individuals with opioid use disorders in need of Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT). This role works collaboratively with community partners and internal teams to ensure coordinated, comprehensive care. Operating with a high degree of independence, the Care Coordinator supports clients in accessing appropriate resources and maintaining continuity of care.
This is a very important position, in that a Peer Specialist has a perspective of individuals coming to receive treatment services that few professionals have, experiencing and receiving treatment services in treatment settings. It is not uncommon for people with similar lived experiences to offer each other practical advice and suggestions for strategies that professionals may not offer, or even know about. Those personal experiences are what makes the Peer Specialist and empowering helper, through the sharing of their stories of recovery and their willingness to share tools they have used to succeed. Peer Specialists provide hope, support, education, and assist persons served in seeing that they are more than their disorder. Peer Positions are available in many of our programs including Mobile Response, OTP, Crisis Stabilization, Homeless Recovery, Family Services and Substance Recovery.
Serves as liaison between client relations units and functions as a team leader for single person location. The work required the use of independent judgment and initiative in carrying out duties and responsibilities of maintaining a professional office setting, and the ability to provide clerical support on all levels within the Center. This position requires heavy public contact.
The Financial Counselor supports billing and collections processes within Meridian’s Finance Division. This role works closely with internal departments to ensure accurate billing support and effective administrative operations, contributing to the organization’s financial and operational efficiency.
Serves as liaison between client relations units and functions as a team leader for single person location. The work required the use of independent judgment and initiative in carrying out duties and responsibilities of maintaining a professional office setting, and the ability to provide clerical support on all levels within the Center. This position requires heavy public contact.
The IT Technician is responsible for installation, maintenance, troubleshooting and repair work on all computer related equipment, to include laptops, desktops, printers, communications equipment (digital and IP phones), tablets, smart phones, and LAN wiring. The IT Technician is also responsible for the installation, configuration and troubleshooting of approved software applications and systems. This position requires a dedicated focus to providing excellence in customer service. The position reports directly to the Information Technology Lead Technician. The IT Technician works effectively in conjunction with IT/IS staff, vendors, suppliers, and Meridian Staff to resolve issues. The IT Technician provides Tier1 support to our customer (the end user) remotely or in person as appropriate. The IT Technician is expected to provide outstanding customer service.
This is an entry-level position providing supportive counseling, psycho-educational lectures and ancillary services within the Residential Program. The position requires the ability to model behaviors and work as a member of the treatment team in reaching the goals of the individualized Person served Recovery plan, as well as the goals of the program.
The Health Information Management Specialist is responsible for maintaining all medical records both in electronic and paper files in accordance with HIPAA privacy and security rules. The HIM Specialist processes release of information (ROI) requests in a timely and efficient manner and ensures that every ROI is in compliance with company policy, and federal (HIPAA) and state regulatory requirements. This position must provide exceptional customer service to patients/customers in situations that often require tight turnaround times, higher expectations and involve concerns with billing.
Make a difference every day by delivering client-centered care that supports safety, recovery, and dignity. You’ll conduct key assessments, collaborate with an interdisciplinary team, and help clients achieve successful reintegration into the community.
If you’re passionate about patient care and ready to make an impact, we want to hear from you!
This is a very important position, in that a Peer Specialist has a perspective of individuals coming to receive treatment services that few professionals have, experiencing and receiving treatment services in treatment settings. It is not uncommon for people with similar lived experiences to offer each other practical advice and suggestions for strategies that professionals may not offer, or even know about. Those personal experiences are what makes the Peer Specialist and empowering helper, through the sharing of their stories of recovery and their willingness to share tools they have used to succeed. Peer Specialists provide hope, support, education, and assist persons served in seeing that they are more than their disorder. Peer Positions are available in many of our programs including Mobile Response, OTP, Crisis Stabilization, Homeless Recovery, Family Services and Substance Recovery.
The Unit Clerk is responsible for performing secretarial/clerical duties while providing top notch customer service skills. He/she functions as the focal communication source in the nursing station. Provides indirect care in the department under the direction of the Unit Supervisor.
This position is responsible for providing great client care as the first contact for persons seeking inpatient Crisis Stabilization and Detox Services and assists throughout the admission process. Provision of direct client care and interaction under the supervision of the Director of Emergency Screening with significant training oversight by the Director of Access Center. Position requires heavy customer contact, teamwork skills, diligence in documentation, as well as independent critical thinking to manage sometimes multiple customer needs at the same time. This position has potential for exposure to blood and body fluids.
This is advanced professional clinical work conducting emergency assessments for clients who present at Crisis Stabilization in crisis seeking mental health stabilization. Emergency Screeners provide 24/7 Emergency Intake and Evaluation services for both voluntary and Baker Act adults and children.
Shift assessment, intake RN assessment/admission full and screening, and d/c assessment, obtain, assess and disseminate necessary information, incident reports based upon interviews as needed, nursing assignments, peer evaluations to assist RN Shift Supervisor.
The Registered Nurse is responsible for identifying client alterations in health, assessing the client's responses to actual and potential health problems and prescribed treatments, and providing appropriate nursing interventions to return the client to baseline health with appropriate physician orders. Whenever possible, the client, family/significant others is integrated in the care provided. The RN functions within the interdisciplinary team model to provide a safe, therapeutic environment and support the client in reintegration to the community. OSHA Statement: This position has potential for exposure to blood and body fluids.
As a Recovery Specialist, you will play a vital role in supporting Meridian’s commitment to client-centered care and a safe, therapeutic environment. You will work alongside the treatment team to provide direct support to clients, helping them stay engaged in their recovery journey.
In this role, you will build respectful, trusting relationships while promoting a clean, structured, and supportive milieu. You will actively monitor the environment, remain engaged with clients, and ensure individuals are treated with dignity at all times. You will also observe, document, and communicate client interactions and progress to support ongoing treatment and recovery outcomes.
Shift assessment, intake RN assessment/admission full and screening, and d/c assessment, obtain, assess and disseminate necessary information, incident reports based upon interviews as needed, nursing assignments, peer evaluations to assist RN Shift Supervisor.
The Registered Nurse is responsible for identifying client alterations in health, assessing the client’s responses to actual and potential health problems and prescribed treatments, and providing appropriate nursing interventions to return the client to baseline health with appropriate physician orders. Whenever possible, the client, family/significant others is integrated in the care provided. The RN functions within the interdisciplinary team model to provide a safe, therapeutic environment and support the client in reintegration to the community. OSHA Statement: This position has potential for exposure to blood and body fluids.
This is a high-level professional role responsible for providing strategic oversight and clinical supervision within the Bridge House residential services program—a 46-bed facility serving adults (ages 18 and up) experiencing substance use disorders and co-occurring mental health conditions.
Key responsibilities include the clinical supervision of staff and paraprofessionals, oversight of service delivery, and acting as a liaison with community agencies. The role also involves active participation in quality improvement initiatives, departmental management activities, and program and revenue development efforts. The scope and complexity of this position reflects director-level leadership within a dynamic behavioral health setting
Join Meridian’s Mobile MAT team and bring life-changing care directly to communities in need. As a Nurse, you’ll provide assessments, coordinate care, and deliver compassionate treatment on the road—helping individuals stabilize, recover, and rebuild their lives.
This is a professional position responsible for safely operating a Mobile MAT (Medication Assisted Treatment) RV across between Bradford, Gilchrist, Hamilton, Lafayette, Union, and additional counties as assigned. The Mobile MAT RV is staffed with a Registered Nurse (RN) and a clinician, providing in-person and telehealth substance use services to clients. The driver ensures the RV is available and operational seven days a week, and will work at least one weekend day, to maximize access to care for individuals in need of MAT services. Work is performed with a high degree of independence and reviewed through observation, feedback, and reports.
This is a highly responsible, confidential position that provides direct executive-level support to the President/CEO and the Board of Directors. The Executive Assistant’s primary function is to support and coordinate the daily operations of the Executive Office and Board governance functions, ensuring effective access to leadership, sound administrative operations, and adherence to essential governance practices.
The Executive Assistant regularly interacts with internal and external stakeholders and is frequently required to represent Meridian Healthcare’s Executive Management Team in a professional, courteous, and informed manner at the Administrative Office and at community meetings and events. This role requires exceptional judgment, discretion, organization, and initiative.
The Executive Assistant is responsible for managing executive scheduling, correspondence, contracts, and corporate records; coordinating Board and executive meetings; and ensuring timely preparation and follow-up on executive and governance matters. The position also requires flexibility to occasionally provide front desk coverage, ensuring a welcoming, professional first point of contact for visitors and callers while maintaining continuity of executive office operations.
Serves as liaison between client relations units and functions as a team leader for single person location. The work required the use of independent judgment and initiative in carrying out duties and responsibilities of maintaining a professional office setting, and the ability to provide clerical support on all levels within the Center. This position requires heavy public contact.
This is an entry-level position providing supportive counseling, psycho-educational lectures and ancillary services within the Residential Program. The position requires the ability to model behaviors and work as a member of the treatment team in reaching the goals of the individualized Person served Recovery plan, as well as the goals of the program.
Shift assessment, intake RN assessment/admission full and screening, and d/c assessment, obtain, assess and disseminate necessary information, incident reports based upon interviews as needed, nursing assignments, peer evaluations to assist RN Shift Supervisor.
The Registered Nurse is responsible for identifying client alterations in health, assessing the client's responses to actual and potential health problems and prescribed treatments, and providing appropriate nursing interventions to return the client to baseline health with appropriate physician orders. Whenever possible, the client, family/significant others is integrated in the care provided. The RN functions within the interdisciplinary team model to provide a safe, therapeutic environment and support the client in reintegration to the community. OSHA Statement: This position has potential for exposure to blood and body fluids.
This position will cook, prepare and serve meals to the residential/inpatient programs which include minimal record keeping, following menu guide, preparation of special diets and housekeeping of the kitchen area while following infection control standards.
Additional Locations: Lake City, FL. Specific Location to be determined upon hire.
This is routine manual work performing custodial assignments in Center facilities and grounds. Under general supervision, perform a wide variety of custodial and maintenance duties in order to provide a clean, orderly and safe environment; and perform related work as required. This position is reviewed through reports and observations and has potential exposure to blood and body fluids. Personal protective equipment may be needed while performing some of these custodial duties.
This is routine manual work performing custodial assignments in Center facilities and grounds. Under general supervision, perform a wide variety of custodial and maintenance duties in order to provide a clean, orderly and safe environment; and perform related work as required. This position is reviewed through reports and observations and has potential exposure to blood and body fluids. Personal protective equipment may be needed while performing some of these custodial duties.
This position is responsible for the provision of direct client care and interaction under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN), Nurse Manager or physician. The LPN provides medication administration, wound care, patient and family education and historical data collection. Documents care provided in the clinical record. The population served includes children and adults. OSHA Statement: This position has potential for exposure to blood and body fluids.
This is a position providing the first contact for persons seeking services or needing information about available mental health or addictions treatment. Counselor IIIs provide immediate crisis intervention and mental health first aid to callers. This position requires the ability to conduct telephonic initial assessments and make appointments for appropriate services or provide information and/or a referral to assure consumers are satisfied with the outcome of this initial contact. Customer service, computer, and crisis intervention skills are essential requirements of this position.
Additional Locations: Starke, FL. Specific Location to be determined upon hire.
Serves as liaison between client relations units and functions as a team leader for single person location. The work required the use of independent judgment and initiative in carrying out duties and responsibilities of maintaining a professional office setting, and the ability to provide clerical support on all levels within the Center. This position requires heavy public contact.
This is an independent professional position performing assessments, service brokerage, and advocacy services for adults with substance abuse or co-occurring disorders at risk of or involved in the legal justice system. The Court Diversion Care Coordinator coordinates the care for consumers, working with other professionals from numerous community organizations, including courts, jail, and other Meridian staff. The work is performed with a high degree of independence. Focus of court diversion care coordinator is to perform assessments and screenings, including identifying gaps in care, co-develop long and short-term goals with patient/member and plan specific action steps in a plan of care to prevent or reduce recidivism. The Court Diversion Coordinator is accountable for ensuring that the persons served receive all the necessary services that address the plan of care goals. The plan of care addresses comprehensive medical, behavioral, and social healthcare coordination needs. Health Home Coordinator performs services telephonically, virtually, courtroom, jail, in office, in community and at persons served residence.
This is an independent professional position performing assessments, service brokerage, and advocacy services for adults with substance abuse or co-occurring disorders at risk of or involved in the legal justice system. The Court Diversion Care Coordinator coordinates the care for consumers, working with other professionals from numerous community organizations, including courts, jail, and other Meridian staff. The work is performed with a high degree of independence. Focus of court diversion care coordinator is to perform assessments and screenings, including identifying gaps in care, co-develop long and short-term goals with patient/member and plan specific action steps in a plan of care to prevent or reduce recidivism. The Court Diversion Coordinator is accountable for ensuring that the persons served receive all the necessary services that address the plan of care goals. The plan of care addresses comprehensive medical, behavioral, and social healthcare coordination needs. Health Home Coordinator performs services telephonically, virtually, courtroom, jail, in office, in community and at persons served residence.
The Purchasing Specialist, reporting to the Program Management Specialist, will be responsible for ensuring the appropriate handling of purchases through the continuing execution of prior approval requirements, appropriate processing of requests, accurate budgetary coding, and consistent compliance with fiscal internal control requirements and best practices. In addition, this position will be responsible for ensuring that all out of catchment/ overnight travel is requested, approved, arranged, and documented in alignment with and support of Meridian policies and procedures. This is professional work that will involve financial recordkeeping. Familiarity with Meridian programs will be vital to the success of this position, as well as strong leadership, digital literacy, and analytical skills.
This is a highly responsible clinical role within a multidisciplinary dual diagnosis team, providing integrated mental health and substance use treatment services. The ideal candidate will possess the knowledge, skills, and competencies necessary to conduct intake assessments, facilitate client orientation, complete comprehensive biopsychosocial evaluations, and develop individualized treatment plans.
The candidate must demonstrate the ability to engage effectively with diverse personalities and clinical presentations. Responsibilities include leading psychoeducational and process groups, as well as conducting individual therapy sessions with adult clients in the pre-contemplation, contemplation, and early stages of recovery.
This position operates under the supervision of a master’s-level licensed practitioner and requires a commitment to collaborative, client-centered care.
This is a highly responsible position in which the candidate will work as part of a dual diagnosis team of professionals providing both mental health and substance abuse treatment. The candidate must have the knowledge, skill and ability to complete intake, orientation, bio-psychosocial assessments, treatment plans, and work with a myriad of personalities. The candidate must also have the ability to present psychosocial educational groups, process groups and individual sessions to adult consumers in pre-contemplation, contemplation and stage one of recovery. This position will work under the supervision of a master’s level practitioner.
This is advanced professional clinical work conducting emergency assessments for clients who present at Crisis Stabilization in crisis seeking mental health stabilization. Emergency Screeners provide 24/7 Emergency Intake and Evaluation services for both voluntary and Baker Act adults and children.
This position is responsible for the provision of direct client care and interaction under the supervision of an RN, RN Shift Manager, physician or designated delegate. In addition, documents or assists with completion of documentation. This position has potential for exposure to blood and body fluids. 15-minute client checks, therapeutic activities, vital signs, 1:1’s if required, care and custody, snacks and food ordering, hygiene supplies, other assignments as directed by RN; Detox Unit – calls for appointments, maintains wait list.
This is an independent professional position performing assessments, service brokerage, and advocacy services for adults with opioid use disorders who are in need of Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT) services. The Care Coordinator coordinates the care for consumers and works with other professionals from numerous community organizations, as well as with Meridian staff. The work is performed with a high degree of independence.
This is a highly responsible position in which the candidate will work as part of a dual diagnosis team of professionals providing both mental health and substance abuse treatment in a residential facility. The candidate must have the knowledge, skill and ability to complete intake, orientation, bio-psychosocial assessments, treatment plans, and work with a myriad of personalities while working in a highly structured residential facility. The candidate must also have the ability to present psychosocial educational groups, process groups and individual sessions to adult consumers in pre-contemplation, contemplation and stage one of recovery. This position will work under the supervision of a master’s level practitioner.
This position is responsible for the provision of direct client care and interaction under the supervision of an RN, RN Shift Manager, physician or designated delegate. In addition, documents or assists with completion of documentation. This position has potential for exposure to blood and body fluids. 15-minute client checks, therapeutic activities, vital signs, 1:1’s if required, care and custody, snacks and food ordering, hygiene supplies, other assignments as directed by RN; Detox Unit – calls for appointments, maintains wait list.
This position is responsible for the provision of direct client care and interaction under the supervision of an RN, RN Shift Manager, physician or designated delegate. In addition, documents or assists with completion of documentation. This position has potential for exposure to blood and body fluids. 15-minute client checks, therapeutic activities, vital signs, 1:1’s if required, care and custody, snacks and food ordering, hygiene supplies, other assignments as directed by RN; Detox Unit – calls for appointments, maintains wait list.
This is a position providing the first contact for persons seeking services or needing information about available mental health or addictions treatment. Counselor IIIs provide immediate crisis intervention and mental health first aid to callers. This position requires the ability to conduct telephonic initial assessments and make appointments for appropriate services or provide information and/or a referral to assure consumers are satisfied with the outcome of this initial contact. Customer service, computer, and crisis intervention skills are essential requirements of this position.
The Certified Medical Assistant/Customer Service Specialist provides patient care in community mental health clinic setting under the direct responsibility of a licensed physician. Clinical skills performed are within the scope of a Medical Assistant as defined by Florida Statues 458.3485, and Meridian Policy and Procedure. The CMA may also perform clerical, insurance and medical record functions. Serves as liaison between client relations units and functions as a team leader for a particular unit. The work requires the use of independent judgment and initiative in carrying out duties and responsibilities of maintaining a professional office setting, and the ability to provide clerical support on all levels with the Center. This position requires heavy public contact. *Occasionally expected to float/travel to other clinics as needed for staffing.
The FACT Manager oversees multidisciplinary to promote behavioral health, social support services, and medical care for patients/members, utilizing medical and health related professionals from numerous community organizations, as well as Meridian staff. The work is performed with a high degree of independence. Florida Assertive Community Manager is to train and guide staff to perform assessments and screenings, including identifying gaps in care, then co-develop long and short-term goals with patient/member for those dealing with severe and persistent mental Illness, Manager oversee staff’s performance in co-development of crisis intervention and resiliency plans (WRAP plans, relapse prevention plans) with patients/members. Provide oversight and care direction of Community Based wraparound models. The Manager is accountable for Multidisciplinary performance to coordinate and link client to receive the necessary services related to members’ comprehensive medical, behavioral, and social healthcare coordination needs. Fact Manager and perform services telephonically, virtually, in the community and or at patient/members residence with goal to improve clinical healthcare outcomes, improved consumer experience with healthcare systems and enhancements in facilitating client’s recovery and reductions in total healthcare costs.
This is a highly responsible position in which the candidate will work as part of a dual diagnosis team of professionals providing both mental health and substance abuse treatment. The candidate must have the knowledge, skill and ability to complete intake, orientation, bio-psychosocial assessments, treatment plans, and work with a myriad of personalities. The candidate must also have the ability to present psychosocial educational groups, process groups and individual sessions to adult consumers in pre-contemplation, contemplation and stage one of recovery. This position will work under the supervision of a master’s level practitioner.
This is a highly responsible position in which the candidate will work as part of a dual diagnosis team of professionals providing both mental health and substance abuse treatment. The candidate must have the knowledge, skill and ability to complete intake, orientation, bio-psychosocial assessments, treatment plans, and work with a myriad of personalities. The candidate must also have the ability to present psychosocial educational groups, process groups and individual sessions to adult consumers in pre-contemplation, contemplation and stage one of recovery. This position will work under the supervision of a master’s level practitioner.
This is a highly responsible position in which the candidate will work as part of a dual diagnosis team of professionals providing both mental health and substance abuse treatment. The candidate must have the knowledge, skill and ability to complete intake, orientation, bio-psychosocial assessments, treatment plans, and work with a myriad of personalities. The candidate must also have the ability to present psychosocial educational groups, process groups and individual sessions to adult consumers in pre-contemplation, contemplation and stage one of recovery. This position will work under the supervision of a master’s level practitioner.
This is a highly responsible position in which the candidate will work as part of a dual diagnosis team of professionals providing both mental health and substance abuse treatment. The candidate must have the knowledge, skill and ability to complete intake, orientation, bio-psychosocial assessments, treatment plans, and work with a myriad of personalities. The candidate must also have the ability to present psychosocial educational groups, process groups and individual sessions to adult consumers in pre-contemplation, contemplation and stage one of recovery. This position will work under the supervision of a master’s level practitioner.
This is a highly responsible position in which the candidate will work as part of a dual diagnosis team of professionals providing both mental health and substance abuse treatment. The candidate must have the knowledge, skill and ability to complete intake, orientation, bio-psychosocial assessments, treatment plans, and work with a myriad of personalities. The candidate must also have the ability to present psychosocial educational groups, process groups and individual sessions to adult consumers in pre-contemplation, contemplation and stage one of recovery. This position will work under the supervision of a master’s level practitioner.
This is a highly responsible position in which the candidate will work as part of a dual diagnosis team of professionals providing both mental health and substance abuse treatment in a residential facility. The candidate must have the knowledge, skill and ability to complete intake, orientation, bio-psychosocial assessments, treatment plans, and work with a myriad of personalities while working in a highly structured residential facility. The candidate must also have the ability to present psychosocial educational groups, process groups and individual sessions to adult consumers in pre-contemplation, contemplation and stage one of recovery. This position will work under the supervision of a master’s level practitioner.
This is a highly responsible position in which the candidate will work as part of a dual diagnosis team of professionals providing both mental health and substance abuse treatment. The candidate must have the knowledge, skill and ability to complete intake, orientation, bio-psychosocial assessments, treatment plans, and work with a myriad of personalities. The candidate must also have the ability to present psychosocial educational groups, process groups and individual sessions to adult consumers in pre-contemplation, contemplation and stage one of recovery. This position will work under the supervision of a master’s level practitioner.