Counselor / Therapist - Substance Use Treatment

Pyramid Healthcare•Agawam, MA

1d•$55,000 - $70,000•Onsite

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. Counselor / Therapist – Substance Use Disorder (SUD) Treatment Location: Agawam, MA (New Facility – Startup Phase) Schedule: Full-Time and Part-Time Opportunities Available Compensation: $55,000–$70,000 annually, depending on licensure, experience, and education. About Pyramid Healthcare Pyramid Healthcare is a nationally recognized provider of behavioral health services, offering compassionate, evidence-based care to individuals with substance use and co-occurring disorders. We are excited to open our newest treatment center in Agawam, MA, focused on Substance Use Disorder (SUD) treatment for adults. This is an opportunity to join a growing team during the startup phase of a new facility and play a meaningful role in supporting individuals on their recovery journey. Position Summary We are seeking compassionate and clinically skilled Counselors / Therapists to provide therapeutic services to adults receiving treatment for Substance Use Disorder (SUD) and co-occurring mental health conditions. This position will support clients through assessment, treatment planning, individual and group therapy, crisis intervention, and discharge planning while contributing to a safe and recovery-focused treatment environment.

Requirements

Hold an LADC II or higher clinical licensure, or
Possess a Bachelor’s degree or higher in Human Services or a related field in lieu of licensure, or
Be license-eligible, with eligibility confirmed by the site Clinical Director or Executive Director

Nice To Haves

Experience in residential treatment settings
Experience working with clients with Substance Use Disorder (SUD) and co-occurring mental health disorders
Familiarity with electronic clinical records (ECR) systems
Knowledge of evidence-based treatment practices

Responsibilities

Assess the behavioral, emotional, cognitive, social, and spiritual needs of clients and their families
Develop individualized treatment plans in collaboration with the clinical team
Facilitate clinical services including individual, family, and group therapy
Maintain accurate and timely documentation in accordance with program, licensing, and accreditation standards
Participate in utilization review processes by providing required documentation
Support the development of aftercare plans and assist with outcomes tracking
Contribute to clinical programming, including curriculum development and program enhancement
Provide crisis intervention and help maintain a safe, therapeutic environment
Conduct Level of Care assessments as needed
Participate in clinical on-call rotation as assigned
Complete all required trainings and maintain compliance with regulatory and organizational standards