Counselor
About The Position
Pinnacle Treatment Centers is seeking Counselors (I, II, and III) to join its clinical team in Virginia. The role supports patients with substance use disorders throughout their recovery by providing counseling, support, and treatment planning. Counselors conduct assessments and intake evaluations, facilitate group counseling, provide individual counseling and crisis intervention, maintain clinical documentation, review treatment plans, and coordinate referrals. They also educate patients about program expectations, rights, and recovery goals; administer urine or swab drug screens using chain-of-custody procedures; attend supervision, team meetings, and trainings; and ensure compliance with applicable regulations and policies. Pay depends on counselor tier and credentials: Counselor I, $21.25–$26.00 per hour; Counselor II, $25.00–$31.00 per hour; Counselor III, $31.25–$36.06 per hour.
Requirements
- Counselor I: Bachelor's degree or higher, or qualifying CSAC credentials.
- Counselor I: Eligible for certification or licensure through the Virginia Board or a nationally recognized certifying body.
- Counselor II: Bachelor's degree or higher.
- Counselor II: Holds one or more of the following: CSAC, Resident in Counseling, Resident in Marriage & Family Therapy, Supervisee in Clinical Social Work, or LCSW pathway candidate.
- Counselor II: Eligible for applicable Virginia licensure or certification.
- Counselor III: Master's degree or higher.
- Counselor III: Active Virginia licensure such as LPC, LCSW, LMFT, or LSATP.
- Counselor III: Strong clinical counseling and treatment planning experience.
Nice To Haves
- Counselor I: CSAC Supervisee or CSAC Supervisee Pending.
- Counselor I: Experience in substance use treatment.
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 or 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
- Monthly performance-based bonus opportunities.
- Defined career advancement through the Counselor Tier Program.
- Access to more than 600 free CEU courses.
- 18 days of paid time off plus 8 paid holidays.
- Eligibility for the Student Loan Repayment Program 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
