Adolescent Counselor

Pyramid Healthcare•Erie, PA

13h•Hybrid

About The Position

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. Our outpatient treatment program in Erie, Pennsylvania provides a supportive and therapeutic environment where individuals develop coping skills, build resilience, and reclaim overall health and well‑being. We are currently seeking a full‑time Counselor Assistant to join our dedicated outpatient clinical team. If you are passionate about helping children overcome substance use and mental health challenges, we encourage you to apply.

Requirements

Master’s degree in psychology, counseling, social work, or a related behavioral health field OR Bachelor’s degree in psychology, counseling, social work, or a related behavioral health field OR Current CADC or CAADC certification
Regular local travel to partner schools during working hours
Ability to travel independently between sites
Must successfully pass a criminal background check, drug screening, and any required state-mandated clearances

Nice To Haves

Experience in mental health, substance use disorder, or co‑occurring disorder treatment
Knowledge of ethical, professional clinical practices
Knowledge of HIPAA, state licensing regulations, and CARF standards
Ability to manage crises calmly and effectively
Ability to work in a fast‑paced, team‑oriented clinical environment
Possession of strong critical‑thinking and problem‑solving skills
Possession of excellent written and verbal communication skills

Responsibilities

Facilitate individual counseling, group therapy, and family therapy in an outpatient setting
Collaborate with schools in the area to provide prevention, education and therapy to students and staff
Conduct client level of care assessments and assist with individualized treatment plan development
Support daily clinical operations as a team player
Maintain an assigned caseload with timely, accurate clinical documentation
Attend staff meetings, clinical supervision, and required company meetings
Assist leadership with program coverage and service coordination
Maintain compliant and organized client files and documentation that upholds state standards
Provide crisis intervention as needed while maintaining a safe, structured, therapeutic environment
Actively listen and support clients throughout all stages of treatment and recovery
Complete required trainings and maintain mandatory continuing education hours
Perform additional duties as assigned by leadership