Counselor
About The Position
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 help bad... It all started with a call... one of the easiest and hardest things I've ever done. Every day I wake up and think how good it feels and how lucky I am to have found this place." — Patient, Pinnacle Treatment Centers At Pinnacle Treatment Centers, we're committed to transforming lives through compassionate, evidence-based addiction treatment. Serving more than 35,000 individuals daily 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'll guide patients through their recovery journey, providing counseling, support, and treatment planning that creates lasting change.
Requirements
- Counselor I: Bachelor's degree or higher; or qualifying CSAC credentials
- Counselor I: CSAC Supervisee or CSAC Supervisee Pending preferred
- Counselor I: Eligible for certification/licensure through the Virginia Board or nationally recognized certifying body
- Counselor II: Bachelor's degree or higher
- Counselor II: One or more of the following: CSAC Resident in Counseling, Resident in Marriage & Family Therapy, Supervisee in Clinical Social Work, LCSW pathway candidate
- Counselor II: Eligible for applicable licensure/certification in Virginia
- Counselor III: Master's degree or higher
- Counselor III: Active Virginia licensure such as: LPC, LCSW, LMFT, LSATP
- Strong clinical counseling and treatment planning experience
Nice To Haves
- Experience in substance use treatment preferred (for Counselor I)
Responsibilities
- Conduct patient assessments and participate in treatment planning
- Complete intake evaluations and facilitate group counseling sessions
- Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation
- Provide crisis intervention and individual counseling
- Conduct treatment plan reviews and participate in 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
Benefits
- 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
- Teammate Appreciation Benefits
- Monthly performance-based bonus opportunities
- Defined career advancement through our Counselor Tier Program
- Access to 600+ free CEU courses
- 18 days PTO plus 8 paid holidays
- 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
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
