Counselor

Counselor

*Must have NJ CADC or higher counseling license*

Full-time Tues-Friday 5a-1:30p and Saturdays


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.”

-Patient, Pinnacle Treatment Centers

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 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: At Pinnacle Treatment Centers, we value our teammates and offer a variety of benefits to support their personal and professional growth.

1. Variable Pay Structure: Competitive compensation based on experience, education, and licensure.
2. Defined Career Pathing: Clear advancement opportunities through our Counselor Tier Program, designed to reward achievement in education, licensure, and credentials.
3. Bonus Incentives: Recognizing and rewarding quality patient care with monthly performance-based bonuses.
4. 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.
5. Continuing Education: Free access to over 600 CEU courses to enhance your skills and knowledge.
6. Paid Time Off: 18 days of PTO and 8 paid holidays to maintain a healthy work-life balance.
7. Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Initiatives: Be part of a workforce that reflects the diversity of our patient population.
8. Free Clinical Supervision: Available based on licensure and availability to support your professional growth.

Pay: $22-32/hr depending on licensure and experience

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct individual and group counseling sessions using evidence-based practices.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to develop and implement comprehensive treatment plans.
• Monitor and assess patient progress, adjusting interventions as needed.
• Contribute to the overall success of the treatment center through participation in team meetings and professional development activities.
• Develop the patient discharge/continuum of care plan to ensure movement to the appropriate levels of care.
• Maintain patient caseload (including all case management and utilization review updates, treatment planning duties, and clinical charting as required).
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Tier 2 Counselor (min requirements for consideration)
  
  • High School Diploma / GED and
    
    
    • CADC
    • LAC
    • LSW
• Tier 3 Counselor (min requirements for consideration)
  
  • Master’s degree and
    
    
    • LCADC
    • LCSW
    • LPC

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