Life Skills Specialist

Pyramid Healthcare is dedicated to offering the highest quality of care to those we serve. A focus on client-focused care establishes our family of brands as respected leaders in addiction treatment, mental health recovery and eating disorder treatment modalities.

Pyramid Healthcare offers comprehensive behavioral healthcare defined by supportive environments that offer patients the strength they need to overcome life's challenges. We offer behavioral healthcare services - psychiatry, addiction recovery, mental disorder treatment, etc. - that allow clients at all stages of recovery or rehabilitation to reclaim health and well-being.

Life Skills Specialist

Location: Pyramid Healthcare - York, PA
Schedule: Full-Time | Sunday through Thursday (Hours Vary)
About Pyramid Healthcare

Pyramid Healthcare is a nationally recognized leader in behavioral healthcare, providing evidence-based treatment for individuals struggling with substance use and co-occurring mental health disorders. Our York, Pennsylvania facility is dedicated to delivering compassionate, client-centered care in a structured, recovery-focused environment. We are seeking a motivated and compassionate Life Skills Specialist to join our team and help individuals build the skills needed for long-term recovery and independent living.
Position Summary

The Life Skills Specialist provides direct support, supervision, and life skills development services to adults receiving substance use disorder treatment. This position plays a key role in fostering a safe, therapeutic environment while helping clients develop practical skills, build healthy coping strategies, and actively engage in their recovery journey.
Schedule

• Full-Time
• Sunday through Thursday
• Hours vary based on program needs

Key Responsibilities

• Provide direct care, supervision, and support to clients throughout their treatment.
• Maintain a safe, structured, and recovery-oriented therapeutic environment.
• Assist with implementing individualized treatment plans by observing, documenting, and communicating client progress.
• Facilitate or co-facilitate life skills, recovery, educational, and psychoeducational groups.
• Teach and reinforce daily living skills, communication skills, coping strategies, relapse prevention, and community living skills.
• Orient new clients to the program, schedules, expectations, and available resources.
• Encourage participation in treatment services, recreational activities, and recovery programming.
• Transport clients to appointments, meetings, and approved community activities as assigned.
• Complete timely and accurate documentation of client participation and services provided.
• Perform administrative and clerical tasks that support client care and program operations.
• Maintain confidentiality and comply with all company policies, licensing standards, and required training.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record is required.
• Experience working in behavioral health, substance use treatment, human services, or a related field is preferred but not required.
• Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary treatment team.
• Passion for helping individuals achieve recovery and greater independence.

Why Join Pyramid Healthcare?

At Pyramid Healthcare, you'll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact every day by supporting individuals on their path to recovery. We offer a collaborative team environment, opportunities for professional growth, and the chance to build a rewarding career in behavioral healthcare.

If you're compassionate, dependable, and passionate about helping others succeed in recovery, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today!

Pyramid CORE Values:

We are committed and proud to live our CORE values and use them to inspire those around us. Our employees are expected to align with these values, behaviors, and standards. We are held accountable for upholding these CORE Values: INTEGRITY is striving to be honest, transparent, and ethical when dealing with clients, staff, and the community. DEDICATION is demonstrating an unwavering commitment to always provide exceptional care and support to those we serve is needed daily. COLLABORATION is a steadfast, team-focused approach; working together to achieve excellence. PASSION is genuine, compelling, and relentless desire to improve lives and support Pyramid Healthcare's mission.

Total Rewards for Full-Time Positions:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Recognition Programs
• Referral Bonus opportunities
• And More!

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Pyramid Healthcare, Inc. is proud of its diverse workforce, and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.