Counselor/ Therapist Full Time

Pyramid Healthcare•Bowie, MD

1d•$60,000 - $70,000•Onsite

About The Position

Pyramid Healthcare is hiring a Counselor to provide 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 individualized treatment plans that support 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 to 6:30 PM. Some evenings, on-call responsibilities, and weekends may be required based on program needs. The work takes place primarily in an indoor behavioral healthcare setting and may involve crisis situations, trauma-related concerns, and emotionally sensitive interactions. Employees may be exposed to communicable illnesses. Candidates must hold a qualifying Maryland credential or active trainee status recognized by the relevant state licensing board. Employment is contingent on successful background and drug screenings, credential verification, required clearances, and compliance with applicable requirements.

Requirements

Possess one of the listed 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.
Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
Strong clinical assessment and counseling abilities.
Sound clinical judgment and decision-making skills.
Ability to gather, analyze, and apply information to solve complex clinical situations.
Ability to manage crisis situations and client risk concerns effectively.
Knowledge of behavioral health, substance use treatment, accreditation standards, and regulatory compliance requirements.
Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary treatment team.
Strong organizational, documentation, and time-management skills.
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; and commitment to collaborative care and strong clinical documentation.

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 reviews and continued-stay authorizations.
Participate in discharge planning, aftercare development, and outcome tracking.
Conduct Level of Care Assessments as needed.
Assist with 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.