Impactful Addiction Recovery Counselor (Full-Time)

Pinnacle Treatment Centers, Inc.; Eureka (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Variable pay

Career pathing

Bonuses

Student Loan Repayment (STAR LRP)

600 CEU courses

Paid time off

DEI initiatives

Free clinical supervision

Job summary

Pinnacle Treatment Centers in California is seeking a Counselor to support the recovery journey of patients in a comprehensive addiction treatment program. The role emphasizes intake assessment, treatment planning, and evidence-based counseling within regulatory guidelines.

The position offers a full-time schedule (M-F, 6:00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.) and a structured career path with licensure support, ongoing education, and performance-based incentives to reward quality care.

Qualifications

• Possess an associate degree in relevant field and has the registration/credentials necessary to provide counseling services to our patient population.
• Kern County requires a bachelor’s degree or High school diploma/GED with 75% certification education.
• 2-5 years of experience OR Master level

Responsibilities

• Provides orientation to new patients to the programs’ rules, policies, procedures, and patients' rights.
• Conduct Intakes, Discharge Planning, Initial Assessments, and Initial Treatment Plans professionally and within time guidelines.
• Involve patients in assessment, treatment planning, and intervention to support recovery.
• Administer biopsychosocial assessment covering addictions, medical and mental health history, socioeconomics, legal, etc.
• Document counseling entries and coordinate with the treatment team; attend trainings and meetings.

Education

Associate degree in relevant field

Bachelor’s degree or higher

Job description

Pinnacle Treatment Centers in California is seeking a Counselor to support the recovery journey of patients in a comprehensive addiction treatment program. The role emphasizes intake assessment, treatment planning, and evidence-based counseling within regulatory guidelines.

The position offers a full-time schedule (M-F, 6:00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.) and a structured career path with licensure support, ongoing education, and performance-based incentives to reward quality care.