Counselor/ Therapist FT

Pyramid Healthcare•Bowie, MD

4d•$60,000 - $70,000•Onsite

About The Position

Pyramid Healthcare is seeking a Counselor to provide comprehensive clinical services to individuals receiving treatment for substance use disorders, co-occurring mental health conditions, and other behavioral health concerns at its Prince George's County facility in Bowie, Maryland. The Counselor works with an interdisciplinary treatment team to help clients develop skills, support systems, and treatment plans that contribute to long-term recovery and wellness. The opportunity is open to licensed clinicians and Maryland-approved trainees. The position is scheduled Monday through Friday, 10:00 AM–6:30 PM. Some evenings, on-call responsibilities, and weekends may be required based on program needs. The role operates primarily in an indoor behavioral healthcare setting and may involve clients experiencing substance use disorders, mental health conditions, crises, trauma-related concerns, or other emotional and psychiatric challenges. Employees may be exposed to communicable illnesses and emotionally sensitive situations. Candidates must hold an eligible Maryland credential, trainee status, certification, or professional license recognized by the relevant Maryland licensing board. Employment is contingent on successful completion of criminal background screening, drug screening, license and credential verification, and any required state clearances, as well as meeting applicable federal, state, regulatory, and accrediting-body requirements.

Requirements

Possess one of the following Maryland credentials: Maryland Alcohol and Drug Trainee (ADT), LGPC, LCPC, LGADC, LCADC, LMSW, or LCSW-C.
Alternatively, hold active trainee status, certification, or professional licensure recognized by the Maryland Board of Professional Counselors and Therapists or the Maryland Board of Social Work Examiners.
Demonstrate excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
Have strong clinical assessment and counseling abilities.
Demonstrate sound clinical judgment and decision-making skills.
Be able to gather, analyze, and apply information to solve complex clinical situations.
Be able to manage crisis situations and client risk concerns effectively.
Have knowledge of behavioral health, substance use treatment, accreditation standards, and regulatory compliance requirements.
Be able to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary treatment team.
Have strong organizational, documentation, and time-management skills.
Successfully complete criminal background screening, drug screening, license and credential verification, and any required state-mandated clearances.
Meet applicable federal, state, regulatory, and accrediting-body requirements.

Nice To Haves

Specialized training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), Trauma-Informed Care, or Collaborative Documentation.
Experience in substance use disorder treatment, behavioral health programs, co-occurring disorder treatment, residential treatment, or outpatient treatment programs.
Passion for recovery and behavioral healthcare; ability to build therapeutic relationships with diverse populations; professionalism, empathy, and ethical practice; collaborative approach; strong clinical documentation; and commitment to supporting clients throughout recovery.

Responsibilities

Evaluate clients’ and families’ behavioral, emotional, cognitive, spiritual, and social needs.
Collaborate with the interdisciplinary treatment team to develop, implement, and monitor individualized treatment plans.
Facilitate individual counseling, family therapy, therapeutic groups, and psychoeducational programming.
Coordinate care and communicate with referral sources, outpatient providers, and other stakeholders when appropriate.
Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation in the electronic health record in accordance with program policies, accreditation standards, and regulatory requirements.
Provide documentation and clinical support for utilization review activities and continued-stay authorizations.
Participate in discharge planning, aftercare development, and outcome-tracking initiatives.
Conduct Level of Care Assessments as needed.
Assist with program curriculum development, clinical programming enhancements, and evidence-based treatment initiatives.
Participate in on-call rotations based on program and organizational needs.
Maintain confidentiality and exercise sound clinical judgment in client care.
Complete required training and maintain compliance with licensing, accreditation, and company standards.
Perform other duties as assigned.