Counselor

Pinnacle Treatment Centers, Inc.; Newport News (VA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Monthly bonus

Career advancement

CEU courses

Student loan repayment

DEI initiatives

Clinical supervision

Supportive team

Job summary

Pinnacle Treatment Centers in Virginia is seeking Counselors (I, II, III) to guide patients through recovery, perform assessments, conduct group sessions, and develop treatment plans. Competitive hourly pay varies by credential and licensure, with a suite of benefits and a strong emphasis on supervision and ongoing education.

Roles include intake evaluations, crisis intervention, and coordination of community referrals, all within a supportive team focused on professional growth and compliance

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher; or qualifying CSAC credentials
• CSAC Supervisee or CSAC Supervisee Pending preferred
• Eligible for certification/licensure through the Virginia Board or nationally recognized certifying body
• Experience in substance use treatment preferred

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

Skills

Detail oriented

Team player

Dedicated

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Master's degree or higher

CSAC credentials

Job description

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 helpbad... It all started with a call... one of the easiest and hardest thingsI'veever done. Every day I wake up andthinkhow good it feels and how lucky I am to have found this place.\" — Patient, Pinnacle Treatment Centers

At Pinnacle Treatment Centers,we'recommitted to transforming lives through compassionate, evidence-based addiction treatment. Serving more than35,000 individualsdaily 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'llguide patients through their recovery journey, providing counseling, support, and treatment planning that creates lasting change.

Why Join Pinnacle?

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

• Monthly performance-based bonus opportunities
• Defined career advancement through our Counselor Tier Program
• Access to 600+ free CEU courses
• 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

What You'll Do

• 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

Qualifications

Counselor I

Pay: $21.25 – $26.00/hour

Required:

• Bachelor's degree or higher; or qualifying CSAC credentials
• CSAC Supervisee or CSAC Supervisee Pending preferred
• Eligible for certification/licensure through the Virginia Board or nationally recognized certifying body
• Experience in substance use treatment preferred

Counselor II

Pay: $25.00 – $31.00/hour

Required:

• Bachelor's degree or higher
• One or more of the following:
• CSAC
• Resident in Counseling
• Resident in Marriage & Family Therapy
• Supervisee in Clinical Social Work
• LCSW pathway candidate
• Eligible for applicable licensure/certification in Virginia

Counselor III

Pay: $31.25 – $36.06/hour

Required:

• Master's degree or higher
• LPC
• LCSW
• LMFT
• LSATP
• Strong clinical counseling and treatment planning experience

Behaviors

• Detail Oriented: Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well
• Team Player: Works well as a member of a group
• Dedicated: Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity

Motivations

• Goal Completion: Inspired to perform well by the completion of tasks
• Self-Starter: Inspired to perform without outside help
• Growth Opportunities: Inspired to perform well by the chance to take on more responsibility
• Ability to Make an Impact: Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization

Education

• Bachelors or better.
• Masters or better.

Licenses & Certifications (Preferred)

• LSATP
• LCSW
• LMFT
• CSAC Supervisee
• CSAC

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