Gambling Program Coordinator

Description

For over 50 years, Meridian Healthcare has served the Mahoning Valley by providing a person-centered approach to care and treatment. To best meet the needs of our patients, Meridian’s integrated healthcare system promotes improved outcomes for whole-person treatment and delivers affordable, high-quality care. At Meridian, we value teamwork, financial responsibility, and putting patients first.

The Gambling Program Coordinator is responsible for coordinating, implementing, and promoting community-based problem gambling prevention and treatment services
. This position blends community outreach, program leadership, and clinical counseling to increase awareness, strengthen partnerships, and support individuals and families affected by gambling addiction.

• Coordinate and oversee problem gambling prevention activities in the community.
• Build and maintain strong partnerships with community providers, and agencies to raise awareness of gambling addiction and available resources.
• Deliver educational presentations and outreach programs related to gambling prevention and treatment.
• Assist in data collection, reporting, and budget tracking for grants and quality improvement projects.
• Represent Meridian Health Care with state agencies, coalitions, and advocacy groups related to gambling prevention and treatment.
• Provide therapeutic counseling to clients and families.
• Conduct client assessments, develop individualized treatment plans, and facilitate ongoing treatment.
• Maintain accurate and confidential documentation and treatment records according to agency, state, and federal guidelines.
• Participate in clinical supervision, staff development, and quality assurance activities.
• Support Meridian’s mission, policies, and culture of compassionate, high-quality care.

• Master’s degree in Social Work, Counseling, or a related field required.
• Licensed in Ohio (LPCC, LISW, LCDC-III, LICDC);
  Gambling Endorsement preferred.
• Experience in addiction services, behavioral health, or problem gambling prevention/treatment strongly preferred.
• Strong communication, public speaking, and community engagement skills.
• Experience with data tracking, grant reporting, or program coordination helpful.
• Ability to work collaboratively and maintain professionalism with staff, clients, and external partners.

• Free CEUs (ethics, supervision, trauma-informed care)
• Competitive salary (paid even for no-show appointments)
• Generous PTO & 11 paid holidays + staff appreciation day
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance
• Ancillary benefits: HSA, FSA, Short- and Long-Term Disability
• 403(b) Retirement Plan with employer match
• Loan Forgiveness eligibility (HRSA STAR site & Public Service)
• License and training reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program & local gym discounts
• Meaningful work in a mission-driven, nonprofit environment

• Full-time, Monday through Friday
• Occasional evenings or community events as needed

If you’re passionate about behavioral health, prevention, and helping others overcome gambling addiction
, join a team that’s changing lives every day.