Mid-Level Provider (PA/NP) – MAT and Behavioral Health

Description

Odyssey House is seeking a Mid-Level Provider (PA/NP) – MAT and Behavioral Health to join our Admissions team!

Summary: Odyssey House's Mission is "Empowering people to heal and build better lives." We are dedicated to helping individuals and families reclaim their lives through effective substance abuse treatment, prevention, and mental health services. Our programs address education, job skills, healthcare, sober housing, behavioral management, and aftercare support to ensure lifelong success. We are proud to be the largest treatment provider in Utah, with the most innovative programs available. ‘We Are Recovery,’ and we mean it with all our hearts.

Job Location: Salt Lake City

Pay: $110,000.00

Full-Time Benefits:

• $10,000 sign-on bonus awarded immediately
• $9k per year tuition eligible
• Access to 24/7 EAP program (Employee Assistance Program) for Mental Health support and more!
• Opportunities for paid continuing education/training
• Monthly incentives and awards
• Flexible scheduling
• Casual dress and atmosphere
• Opportunities for bonuses, awards, raises, and promotions
• Incredible health insurance (medical, dental, vision, FSA, long and short-term disability)
• Immediate eligibility to participate in our 403(b)-retirement plan, Employer 100% match up to 5% after 1 year 
• 35 paid days off (additional PTO accrual after 1 year)
• EXTRA time off and gift packages for PT and FT staff that stay more than 90 days! 
• Sabbatical Program - where we pay you to take a vacation after 5 years of service! 
• On-Demand Pay - Get a portion of your paycheck early for hours already worked! (conditions apply)
• UTA free passes available for your work commute 

Position Overview: Odyssey House is looking for an experienced, compassionate PA or NP to provide Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT) and behavioral health services, including opioid-naïve and active use inductions. This role involves intake assessments, triage, MAT prescribing, and close collaboration with treatment teams to ensure timely, individualized care.

Key Responsibilities:

Client Assessment & Triage:

• Screen and evaluate clients for physical and behavioral health needs, including substance use and withdrawal potential.
• Assign triage levels (Green, Yellow, Red) to prioritize care and facilitate immediate intervention when necessary.
• Provide care for all red-triaged clients and see others if time allows.

Medication Management:

• Prescribe MAT, including Suboxone, and other psychiatric medications as needed.
• Perform Suboxone inductions for opioid-naïve clients or others in active withdrawal.

Care Coordination:

• Collaborate with intake staff, medical clinic staff, and treatment teams to develop and implement individualized treatment plans.
• Maintain comprehensive client records, including social and medical histories.
• Educate clients on treatment options and ensure timely follow-up with the Martindale Clinic for ongoing care.

Documentation & Compliance:

• Complete required documentation and quality assurance activities to meet licensing, credentialing, and accreditation standards.
• Report incidents and maintain open, prompt communication with staff and clients, providing exceptional customer service.
• Review incoming hospital records to determine eligibility for services.

Team Collaboration:

• Serve as the internal expert at intake and be available for consultation with staff.
• Attend clinic meetings, contributing to a supportive team environment.

Candidate Qualities:

• Passion for Community Service: Committed to helping others reach their potential.
• Excellent Communication: Skilled in educating clients and coordinating care with team members.
• Reliability: Dependable in providing high-quality medical care and responding to client needs.
• Self-Starter: Proactively addresses issues and client needs.
• Team Player: Works well within an integrated behavioral health team.

Requirements

Qualifications:

• Education: Accredited PA/NP program graduate with current [state] license.
• Experience: 2 years in MAT/behavioral health; experience with opioid-naïve inductions preferred.

All employees of Odyssey House are required to adhere to: Odyssey House mission, philosophy, and scope of service; Division of Human Services Code of Conduct and all other relevant service contract requirement standards; ensuring a safe environment for all clients and staff; providing exemplary customer service to both internal and external customers; fostering a positive work environment; ensuring high-quality client care within the scope of the assigned position.

Each employee is expected to clearly understand roles and responsibilities regarding the following: Specific job position, time management, personnel file requirements, client record system, incident reporting, mandatory training requirements, maintaining proper client boundaries, and individual rights of clients and staff.

Physical Demands of the Job: Ability to lift up to 15 lbs., drive (or adequate alternate transportation), sit for prolonged periods, and light to moderate physical activity at times. 

EEOC Statement: Odyssey House is an equal-opportunity employer. All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.  

Salary : $9,000 - $110,000