Counselor - Telehealth CA

Counselor – Telehealth CA (Full-Time) Pinnacle’s Voice: A Tale of Transformation & Recovery “I found myself like a lot of people in a position I never thought I would be in. I needed help bad… It all started with a call… one of the easiest and hardest things I’ve ever done. Every day I wake up and think how good it feels and how lucky I am to have found this place.” About Us Pinnacle Treatment Centers is a leading provider of comprehensive addiction treatment services, committed to transforming lives through compassionate care. Our approach is rooted in evidence-based practices, focusing on the holistic well‑being of our patients, and treating our teammates with the same level of individualized compassion and empathy. We believe in providing a supportive and inclusive environment for both our patients and our dedicated team of professionals. Pinnacle transforms the lives of more than 35,000 individuals daily resulting in a network of care spanning across the country. Position Overview As a Telehealth Counselor, you will play a crucial role in the recovery journey of our patients. Pinnacle’s unique approach combines compassionate care with innovative treatment methods to address the diverse needs of individuals seeking help for substance use disorders. Join us in making a positive impact on the lives of those we serve. Teammate Appreciation Benefits Variable Pay Structure: Competitive compensation based on experience, education, and licensure. STAR LRP Eligibility: 90% of our facilities are eligible for the Student Loan Repayment Program. This federal program selects applicants to forgive 100% of their student loans. Continuing Education: Free access to over 600 CEU courses to enhance your skills and knowledge. Paid Time Off: 18 days of PTO and 8 paid holidays to maintain a healthy work‑life balance. Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Initiatives: Be part of a workforce that reflects the diversity of our patient population. Free Clinical Supervision: Available based on licensure and availability to support your professional growth. Key Responsibilities Ensure the completion of patient databases, treatment plans, progress notes, discharge summaries, and other essential documentation in accordance with applicable federal and state standards and agency policies and procedures. Provide patients with orientation regarding objectives of the program, phase system requirements, rule and regulations, sanctions, hours of services, patient rights, and additional information to help patient adjust to the program. Assure each patient is assessed and placed according to the treatment phases in accordance with Federal and State standards and agency policies. Keep all patient files organized and updated for own and agency’s use in accordance with established policies and procedures. Counsel patients in crisis situations by identifying patient resources and coping abilities to help patients cope with and take steps to resolve crisis. Counsel patients who have refused to comply with specific program requirements to increase patient awareness of consequences of noncompliance. Arrange referrals to other agencies and resources in the community when appropriate. Perform treatment plan reviews. Participate in case conferences and case reviews in accordance with established policies and procedures. Develop and increase knowledge of federal, state, and agency regulations regarding confidentiality, methadone treatment, and substance abuse counseling certification. Submit all internal and external correspondence to supervisor for review and approval. Secure necessary documentation from patients, when appropriate, to ensure compliance with established policies and procedures. Submit monthly and quarterly statistical reports to supervisor. Attend team meetings and complete all training courses timely as required. Other duties as assigned. Pay Range Certified: $24 per hour to $28 per hour Licensed: $28 per hour to $30 per hour Qualifications Possess a license that is in line with Board of Behavioral Sciences (BBS) qualifications, or certification that is recognized by the Department of Alcohol and Drug Programs. Maintain compliance with the requirements for continuing education hours and/or units (CEH or CEU) as determined by the Department of Alcohol and Drug Programs and/or other regulatory agencies. Preferred Experience Experience with dependency and/or medication‑assisted treatment. Prior substance abuse counseling experience is preferred. Preferred Education Associates or better in Alcohol and Drug Abuse Services or related field Bachelors or better in Human Services or related field Masters or better in Psychology or related field Preferred Licenses & Certifications CATC IV CATC III CATC II CATC I LMFT LPC LCSW SUDCC III-CS SUDCC III SUDCC II SUDCC Preferred Behaviors Dedicated: Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity Enthusiastic: Shows intense and eager enjoyment and interest Detail Oriented: Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well Team Player: Works well as a member of a group Preferred Motivations Goal Completion: Inspired to perform well by the completion of tasks Ability to Make an Impact: Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization Self‑Starter: Inspired to perform without outside help Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor. Pinnacle Treatment Centers is an equal employment opportunity employer and makes employment decisions based on merit and other legitimate business considerations. We want to have the best available persons in every job. Company policy prohibits unlawful discrimination based on race, traits historically associated with race, color, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions), parental leave, national origin, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, ancestry, physical or mental disability, military and veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic characteristics or information, political affiliation, non‑merit based factors or any other consideration made unlawful by applicable federal, state, or local laws. It also prohibits discrimination based on the perception that anyone has or is perceived as having any of those characteristics or is associated with a person who has or is perceived as having any of those characteristics. #J-18808-Ljbffr