Counselor

Pinnacle Treatment Centers•Findlay, OH

4h•Hybrid

About The Position

As a Counselor, you will play a crucial role in the recovery journey of our patients. Pinnacle’s unique approach combines compassionate care with cutting-edge treatment methods to address the diverse needs of individuals seeking help for substance use disorders. Join us in making a positive impact on the lives of those we serve. Pinnacle transforms the lives of more than 35,000 individuals daily resulting in a network of care spanning across the country.

Requirements

Must have an OH CDCA or higher counseling license
GED/High School diploma or higher
CDCA or higher certification in Ohio
Associate degree or higher
LCDC II
LCDC III
LMFT
LPC
LSW (dependently licensed)
Licensed Social Worker or higher licensure in OH
Licensed Professional Counselor or higher licensure in OH
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist or higher licensure in OH
Master’s degree or higher
Independent Marriage and Family Therapist (IMFT)
Licensed Independent Chemical Dependency Counselor (LICDC)
Licensed Independent Social Worker (LISW)
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) (independently licensed)

Responsibilities

Ensure the completion of patient databases, treatment plans, progress notes, discharge summaries, and other essential documentation in accordance with applicable federal and state standards and agency policies and procedures.
Provide patients with orientation regarding objectives of the program, phase system requirements, rules and regulations, sanctions, hours of services, patient rights, and additional information to help patients adjust to the program.
Assure each patient is assessed and placed according to the treatment phases in accordance with Federal and State standards and agency policies.
Assure all clinical documentation and patient charts updated in accordance with established policies and procedures.
Counsel patients in crisis situations by identifying patient resources and coping abilities to help patients cope with and resolve crisis.
Counsel patients who have refused to comply with specific program requirements to increase patient awareness of consequences of noncompliance.
Arrange referrals to other agencies and resources in the community when appropriate.
Perform treatment plan reviews
Participate in case conferences and case reviews in accordance with established policies and procedures.
Develop and increase knowledge of federal, state, and agency regulations regarding confidentiality, methadone treatment, and substance abuse counseling certification.
Submit all internal and external correspondence to supervisor for review and approval.
Complete intakes, facilitate group counseling sessions.
Collection and testing of urine/swab drug screening following proper chain of custody.
Secure necessary documentation from patients, when appropriate, to ensure compliance with established policies and procedures.
Submit monthly and quarterly statistical reports to supervisor.
Attend supervisions as scheduled
Attend team meetings and complete all training courses timely as required.
Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Competitive compensation based on experience, education, and licensure.
Clear advancement opportunities through our Counselor Tier Program, designed to reward achievement in education, licensure, and credentials.
Recognizing and rewarding quality patient care with monthly performance-based bonuses.
90% of our facilities are eligible for the Student Loan Repayment Program. This federal program selects applicants to forgive 100% of their student loans.
Free access to over 600 CEU courses to enhance your skills and knowledge.
18 days of PTO and 8 paid holidays to maintain a healthy work-life balance.
Be part of a workforce that reflects the diversity of our patient population.
Free Clinical Supervision: Available based on licensure and availability to support your professional growth.

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