Lead Counselor – Partial Hospitalization Program

Pyramid Healthcare; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401(k) with Company Match

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

Life Insurance

Referral Bonus opportunities

Employee Recognition Programs

Job summary

Pyramid Healthcare's High Focus Centers – Center City Philadelphia, PA seeks a Lead Counselor to provide clinical leadership within the Partial Hospitalization Program and to facilitate group therapy sessions for mental health and co-occurring disorders.

The role includes conducting comprehensive assessments, developing individualized treatment plans with clients and the care team, maintaining documentation, coordinating with families and external providers, and supporting program operations.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, or related field.
• Completion of clinical internship/practicum.
• DBT and co-occurring disorders experience preferred.
• Experience facilitating group therapy in outpatient behavioral health.
• Leadership or supervisory experience is a plus.
• Licensure (LPC/LCSW/LMFT) preferred but not required.
• Ability to work with diverse clients and multidisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical leadership within the Partial Hospitalization Program.
• Facilitate group therapy sessions for mental health and co-occurring disorders.
• Develop individualized treatment plans with clients and multidisciplinary teams.
• Maintain documentation including progress notes and treatment plans.
• Coordinate care with referral sources, families, and external providers.
• Maintain a minimum of 25 billable sessions per week.
• Participate in team meetings, case consultations, and quality improvement initiatives.
• Mentor junior counselors and promote professional growth.
• Perform additional duties to support clinical operations.

Skills

DBT experience

Group therapy

Leadership

Licensure

Education

Master’s degree in Social Work/Counseling/Psychology

Clinical internship/practicum

Job description

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.

Lead Counselor – Partial Hospitalization Program

Location: High Focus Centers – Center City Philadelphia, PA

High Focus Centers is a leading provider of high-quality outpatient treatment across southeastern Pennsylvania, operating through its subsidiary programs: Rehab After Work, The Light Program, and Seeds of Hope. Our comprehensive, individualized treatment approach supports adolescents and adults struggling with mental health, substance use, and co-occurring disorders.

We are seeking a Lead Counselor to provide clinical leadership and facilitate Partial Hospitalization Program groups, ensuring exceptional care for our clients. If you are passionate about behavioral healthcare and meet the qualifications below.

Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM

Key Responsibilities

• Provide clinical leadership within the Partial Hospitalization Program, supporting other counselors and program staff.
• Facilitate group therapy sessions focused on mental health and/or co-occurring disorders.
• Conduct comprehensive assessments and develop individualized treatment plans in collaboration with clients and multidisciplinary teams.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation, including progress notes, treatment plans, and insurance reviews.
• Coordinate care with referral sources, families, and external providers.
• Maintain a minimum of 25 billable sessions per week while supporting program needs.
• Participate in team meetings, case consultations, and quality improvement initiatives.
• Mentor and support junior counselors, promoting professional growth and adherence to best practices.
• Perform additional duties as needed to support clinical operations.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in a relevant field (e.g., Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, Clinical Mental Health) from an accredited institution, including completion of a clinical internship/practicum.
• Experience with DBT and co-occurring disorders strongly preferred.
• Experience facilitating group therapy in an outpatient behavioral health setting preferred.
• Familiarity with Partial Hospitalization Program models of care and evidence-based treatment approaches.
• Leadership or supervisory experience in a behavioral health setting is a plus.
• Licensure preferred but not required (LPC, LCSW, LMFT).
• Ability to work effectively with diverse client populations and multidisciplinary teams.

Join our team and make a meaningful impact in the lives of those seeking mental health and substance use treatment.

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.