WORKING AT
RCA MONROEVILLE

The opioid epidemic in Pennsylvania continues, deaths that involved synthetic opioids other than methadone (including fentanyl and fentanyl analogs) continued to rise with more than 5,400 overdose deaths in 2021. Too many PA families continue to suffer and lose loved ones to the disease of addiction.

As a part of RCA at Monroeville, you will be joining the forefront of the battle against substance abuse in Pennsylvania and helping Recovery Centers of America bring high-quality, affordable addiction treatment to those in need of help. The opportunity to make a difference in your community and save thousands of lives from the disease of addiction is what makes a career at RCA Monroeville far more than just a job. At RCA, you will join a group of truly dedicated and compassionate professionals to make a real difference in the life of others.

RCA Monroeville is Recovery Centers of America’s newest location, and officially opened in February 2021. The facility offers comprehensive, individualized treatment services for a wide range of substance abuse issues, including alcohol, opiates, heroin, and methamphetamine. The campus offers a variety of evidence-based treatment protocols designed to effectively treat drug and alcohol addiction, as well as support long-term, meaningful recovery for patients and their families. Additional patient services include yoga and mindfulness meditation; family, group and individual counseling; educational seminars and outpatient treatment programs.

Join RCA at Monroeville and help us save 1,000,000 lives one neighborhood at a time!

A Day in the Life…

MONROEVILLE FACILITY

RCA MONROEVILLE LEADERSHIP

One of the keys to success for RCA at Monroeville is great management. Its management team has a proven track record of high-quality addiction treatment. At RCA, we believe that strong leadership isn’t just great for the company, it’s also an opportunity to learn from the best and grow as a professional.

Michael Ogden
CEO

Michael Ogden, CEO

Michael, a native to the Pittsburgh area, brings a wealth of experience, knowledge and skill to Recovery Centers of America at Monroeville. He most recently served as CEO of RCA at Bracebridge Hall, located in Earleville, Maryland. He was previously the Executive Director of RCA’s largest treatment center, located in Devon, Pennsylvania. Michael has over 30 years of experience in the treatment of patients suffering from substance use disorder, including many leadership roles at behavioral health and addiction treatment organizations.

Michael holds a BA in Psychology from Saint Leo University and Master of Public Health from Drexel University. Michael is also a US Navy Veteran.

Kimberly Bryan
Director of Admissions & UR

Kimberly Bryan, Director of Admissions & UR

Kim believes her most important role as Director of Admissions and Utilization Review at RCA at Monroeville is to be an advocate for those struggling, and she is committed to helping individuals take their first steps toward recovery. Kim is passionate and dedicated to making sure that individuals seeking treatment receive treatment. She brings over 24 years of experience working in both the mental health and substance abuse treatment fields to RCA.

Dr. Scott Cook
Medical Director

Dr. Scott Cook, Medical Director

Dr. Cook is an international lecturer and physician who grew up in a Pittsburgh neighborhood close to RCA at Monroeville. In his role of Medical Director for the center, he brings years of experience in Addiction Medicine, Behavioral Health, Family Practice, Emergency Medicine, and Public Health. He has practiced at multiple inpatient and outpatient addiction medicine centers throughout the United States. Additionally, he has worked as an ER/Urgent Care physician at several Western Pennsylvania Emergency Departments and Urgent Care centers.

Prior to joining RCA, Dr. Cook held roles as Medical Director and Chief Medical Officer at multiple addiction organizations. Additionally, he has commercial and government health administration experience serving as Medical Director at Highmark Health and at C2C Innovative Solutions (Medicare).

Dr. Cook has a special interest in the public health implications of institutional racism and its impact on the health status of African-Americans. He has lectured on Addiction Medicine in several European countries and has plans to speak at future international conferences in Central/South America, Asia, Africa, and the Caribbean.

Lauren Marsh
RSS Supervisor

Lauren Marsh, RSS Supervisor

As Recovery Support Specialist (RSS) Supervisor at RCA at Monroeville, Lauren is responsible for managing the RSS department and is passionate about empowering the team to provide a safe and supportive environment that contributes towards meaningful change.

Prior to joining RCA, Lauren spent nearly a decade working with clients in the behavioral health field, specializing in eating disorders, addictions, trauma healing, and other mental health disorders.  She has extensive experience working with individuals and groups to help patients embrace the recovery process, practice new coping skills, and finally, break free from the chains of addiction.

Lauren holds a bachelor’s degree in Business Management. She is additionally a Certified Trainer, Coach, and Master Practitioner of Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP), Certified Master Practitioner of Hypnosis, Certified Master Practitioner of Mental and Emotional Release® Therapy, and Certified Level II Huna Energy Healing Practitioner.

TEAMS AT RCA MONROEVILLE

Click on any department to learn more about their function at Recovery Centers of America – Monroeville.

EMPLOYEES TALK ABOUT MONROEVILLE

I honestly love working at RCA. The management work just as hard if not harder than they expect their staff to. The staff are all eager to help each other succeed and grow. There is a ton of room for advancement through the company and I honestly would love to retire at RCA.”

-Employee @ Monroeville, PA

Top notch upper management team had taken over. This has led to positive change in policy and procedures which benefits both staff and patients.”

-Nurse @ Monroeville, PA

Having worked in similar position with another agency I was immediately struck by the resources built in to the program to support our patients. Yes the facility itself is outstanding, but the dedication and compassion in the staff is incredible. I have seen staff go the extra mile for our patients because they genuinely care. I am seeing positive progress by leadership to address kinks and streamline processes to improve the day to day functioning and communication. I feel supported by leadership and have seen good teamwork between staff members.”

-Supervisor @ Monroeville, PA

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