Lead Counselor – Licensed

Pyramid Healthcare; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Flexible Spending Account

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

401(k) match

Tuition Reimbursement

Recognition Programs

Referral Bonus

Job summary

Pyramid Healthcare is seeking a Lead Counselor (LPC, LCSW, LMFT or equivalent) to provide clinical leadership at High Focus Centers in Northeast Philadelphia. This role combines direct clinical care with supervisory responsibilities, supporting both clients and fellow clinicians while ensuring high-quality, evidence-based treatment.

Requirements include a Master’s degree in a relevant field and active PA licensure.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, Social Work, Marriage and Family Therapy, Psychology, or related field.
• Active Pennsylvania licensure as an LPC, LCSW, or LMFT.

Responsibilities

• Supervise a team of therapists providing outpatient and partial hospitalization treatment to adults with mental health and co-occurring disorders.
• Evaluate clients to determine appropriate level of care and assign DSM-5-TR diagnoses.
• Assist counselors in developing comprehensive, individualized treatment plans.
• Facilitate treatment team meetings and participate in case consultations.
• Provide individual and group supervision to counselors and other assigned staff.
• Maintain a caseload to support program operations as needed.
• Support the Program Director in developing new programs and services.
• Conduct chart audits and ensure client documentation meets standards.

Skills

Clinical supervision

Real DSM-5-TR diagnoses

Treatment planning

Education

Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, Social Work, Marriage and Family Therapy, Psychology, or related field

Job description

Lead Counselor – Licensed

Pyramid Healthcare is dedicated to offering the highest quality of care to those we serve. A focus on client-focused care establishes our family of brands as respected leaders in addiction treatment, mental health recovery and eating disorder treatment modalities.

Pyramid Healthcare offers comprehensive behavioral healthcare defined by supportive environments that offer patients the strength they need to overcome life’s challenges. We offer behavioral healthcare services – psychiatry, addiction recovery, mental disorder treatment, etc. – that allow clients at all stages of recovery or rehabilitation to reclaim health and well-being.

Location

High Focus Centers – Northeast Philadelphia, PA

High Focus Centers is a leading provider of outpatient mental health and substance use treatment throughout southeastern Pennsylvania. Through our specialized programs—Rehab After Work, The Light Program, and Seeds of Hope—we provide compassionate, evidence-based care to adults and adolescents facing mental health and co-occurring disorders.

We are seeking an experienced Lead Counselor (LPC, LCSW, LMFT, or equivalent) to provide clinical leadership. This role combines direct clinical care with leadership responsibilities, supporting both clients and fellow clinicians while helping ensure the delivery of high-quality, evidence-based treatment.

Schedule

Monday–Friday

• Three daytime shifts: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
• Two evening shifts: Either 12:00 PM – 8:00 PM or 1:00 PM – 9:00 PM

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise a team of therapists providing outpatient and partial hospitalization treatment to adults with mental health and co-occurring disorders.
• Evaluate clients to determine appropriate level of care and assign DSM-5-TR diagnoses.
• Assist counselors in developing comprehensive, individualized treatment plans.
• Facilitate treatment team meetings and participate in case consultations.
• Provide individual and group supervision to counselors and other assigned staff.
• Maintain a caseload, as necessary, to support program operations.
• Support the Program Director in the development of new programs and services.
• Conduct chart audits and complete clerical tasks related to client documentation.
• Maintain a safe, therapeutic environment for clients, including crisis intervention when needed.
• Ensure the clinical program operates as scheduled and meets all licensing, regulatory, and organizational standards.

Education & Experience

• Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, Social Work, Marriage and Family Therapy, Psychology, or a related field.
• Active Pennsylvania licensure as an LPC, LCSW, or LMFT.

Pyramid CORE Values

We are committed and proud to live our CORE values and use them to inspire those around us. Our employees are expected to align with these values, behaviors, and standards. We are held accountable for upholding these CORE Values: INTEGRITY is striving to be honest, transparent, and ethical when dealing with clients, staff, and the community. DEDICATION is demonstrating an unwavering commitment to always provide exceptional care and support to those we serve is needed daily. COLLABORATION is a steadfast, team-focused approach; working together to achieve excellence. PASSION is genuine, compelling, and relentless desire to improve lives and support Pyramid Healthcare’s mission.

Total Rewards For Full-Time Positions

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Recognition Programs
• Referral Bonus opportunities
• And More!

Want to know more?

To learn more about Pyramid Healthcare, and how you can achieve personal and professional growth, visit us at: https://bit.ly/Pyramid-Careers.

Pyramid Healthcare, Inc. is proud of its diverse workforce, and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.