Counselor

Counselor (I, II, III) – Substance Use Disorder Treatment Location: Virginia Company: Pinnacle Treatment Centers Transform Lives. Build Recovery. Make a Difference. "I found myself like a lot of people in a position I never thought I would be in. I needed helpbad... It all started with a call... one of the easiest and hardest thingsI'veever done. Every day I wake up andthinkhow good it feels and how lucky I am to have found this place." — Patient, Pinnacle Treatment Centers At Pinnacle Treatment Centers,we'recommitted to transforming lives through compassionate, evidence-based addiction treatment. Serving more than35,000 individualsdaily across our nationwide network, we provide comprehensive care while fostering a supportive environment for both patients and teammates. We are seeking dedicated Counselors (I, II, III) to join our clinical team in Virginia. In this role,you'llguide patients through their recovery journey, providing counseling, support, and treatment planning that creates lasting change. Why Join Pinnacle? Competitive Pay Based on Credentials & Licensure Position Pay Range Counselor I $21.25 – $26.00/hour Counselor II $25.00 – $31.00/hour Counselor III $31.25 – $36.06/hour Monthly performance-based bonus opportunities Defined career advancement through our Counselor Tier Program Access to 600+ free CEU courses Student Loan Repayment Program eligibility at most locations Diversity, Equity & Inclusion initiatives Free clinical supervision (based on licensure and availability) Supportive team environment focused on professional growth What You'll Do Conduct patient assessments andparticipatein treatment planning Complete intake evaluations andfacilitategroup counseling sessions Maintainaccurateandtimelyclinical documentation Provide crisis intervention and individual counseling Conduct treatment plan reviews andparticipatein case conferences Educate patients on program expectations, rights, and recovery goals Coordinate referrals to community resources and support services Collect and administer urine/swab drug screens following chain-of-custody procedures Attend supervision, team meetings, and required trainings Ensure compliance with federal, state, and organizational regulations and policies Qualifications Counselor I Pay: $21.25 – $26.00/hour Required: Bachelor's degree or higher; or qualifying CSAC credentials CSAC Supervisee or CSAC Supervisee Pending preferred Eligible for certification/licensure through the Virginia Board or nationally recognized certifying body Experience in substance use treatment preferred Counselor II Pay: $25.00 – $31.00/hour Required: Bachelor's degree or higher One or more of the following: CSAC Resident in Counseling Resident in Marriage & Family Therapy Supervisee in Clinical Social Work LCSW pathway candidate Eligible for applicable licensure/certification in Virginia Counselor III Pay: $31.25 – $36.06/hour Required: Master's degree or higher LPC LCSW LMFT LSATP Strong clinical counseling and treatment planning experience Qualifications Skills Behaviors Preferred 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 Dedicated : Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity : Motivations Preferred Goal Completion : Inspired to perform well by the completion of tasks Self-Starter : Inspired to perform without outside help Growth Opportunities : Inspired to perform well by the chance to take on more responsibility Ability to Make an Impact : Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization : Education Required Bachelors or better. Preferred Masters or better. Experience Licenses & Certifications Preferred LSATP LCSW LMFT CSAC Supervisee CSAC 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr