Licensed Professional Counselor (Georgia- LPC)

Pelago•Georgia, GA

1d•$80,000 - $90,000•Remote

About The Position

Pelago is seeking Licensed Professional Counselors (LPCs) and Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs) to join their Behavioral Addictions program. This role involves providing CBT-based telehealth treatment to members with behavioral health conditions within a structured, evidence-based care model. The counselor will manage a caseload, conduct assessments, develop treatment plans, and deliver evidence-based care as part of a collaborative, mission-driven clinical team. Pelago is a leading specialty substance use care provider that uses a clinically-driven model, combining deep clinical expertise with technology to expand access to care. They focus on personalized treatment for various substance use issues and are now applying this model to mental health with their AI Mental Health Specialist, Sona. Pelago has a significant reach, serving hundreds of employers and health plans and impacting over 750,000 members. They are looking for individuals passionate about AI and making a positive impact on health.

Requirements

Active LPC or LCSW license in good standing
Clinical experience with behavioral health conditions, including eating disorders, impulse control disorders, or substance use — or strong interest in specializing in behavioral addictions
Competency in CBT
Comfortable with structured assessment tools and outcome monitoring
Strong written communication for documentation and treatment planning
Ability to manage a telehealth caseload independently while collaborating with a distributed clinical team

Nice To Haves

Licensure in multiple states strongly preferred
LPC compact licensure is a significant advantage
Experience with Motivational Interviewing preferred
Active LPC compact licensure
Licensure in Illinois
Clinical experience with behavioral addictions or impulse control disorders
Familiarity with validated behavioral health outcome measures
Background in telehealth or digital health platforms

Responsibilities

Conduct structured clinical intakes and assessments
Develop individualized treatment plans grounded in evidence-based frameworks
Deliver CBT and Motivational Interviewing within a structured treatment model
Monitor member outcomes using validated clinical measures
Maintain clinical documentation in accordance with Pelago standards
Screen for co-occurring conditions and coordinate care transitions when indicated
Participate in clinical supervision and contribute to a culture of continuous improvement
Contribute to program development as the Behavioral Addictions program grows