Licensed Counselor – Substance Use & Behavioral Health

Pyramid Healthcare; Gastonia (NC); On-site; USD 57,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Benefits Package

Professional growth opportunities

401(k) with Company Match

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Recognition Programs

Job summary

Pyramid Healthcare is seeking a licensed counselor to join the Freedom Detox team in Gastonia, NC. The role requires LCAS and LCSW/LCMHC licensure, with experience in detox and substance use treatment.

You will provide individual, family, and group counseling, perform assessments, and support discharge planning in a comprehensive behavioral health program. Strong CBT/MI skills, trauma-informed care, and solid clinical documentation are essential.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Counseling, Social Work, Psychology, Chemical Dependency, or a related field.
• Active North Carolina LCAS or LCAS-A required.
• Active North Carolina LCSW-A/LCSW or LCMHC-A/LCMHC required.
• Experience providing substance use treatment, behavioral health, or mental health services.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual, family, and group counseling to clients receiving detox and substance use treatment.
• Complete comprehensive clinical assessments and develop individualized treatment goals.
• Facilitate therapeutic and psychoeducational groups.
• Utilize CBT, Motivational Interviewing, and other evidence-based clinical approaches.
• Provide trauma-informed care throughout the treatment process.
• Utilize de-escalation and crisis intervention techniques.
• Maintain accurate, timely, and high-quality clinical documentation.
• Participate in treatment team meetings and collaborate with medical and clinical staff.
• Assist with discharge planning and coordinate aftercare services.
• Support utilization review and insurance authorization activities.

Skills

CBT

Motivational Interviewing

trauma-informed care

group facilitation

clinical documentation

de-escalation

crisis intervention

multidisciplinary collaboration

Education

Master’s degree in Counseling, Social Work, Psychology, Chemical Dependency

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.

Licensed Counselor – LCAS Required | Full-Time

Gastonia, NC – Freedom Detox | Pyramid Healthcare
$57,000–$62,000/year | Based on Licensure & Experience
Full-Time | Sunday–Thursday | 12:00 PM–8:00 PM
Comprehensive Benefits Package

Lead Clinical Care in Recovery

Freedom Detox is seeking a skilled and compassionate Dual-Licensed Counselor to join our clinical team in Gastonia, NC. This position is ideal for a behavioral health professional with strong substance use treatment experience who is passionate about providing high-quality clinical care in a detox setting.

LCAS is required , along with LCSW(A) or LCMHC(A), or higher-level licensure.

We are looking for someone who is confident facilitating groups, providing individual counseling, managing crisis situations, and delivering trauma-informed care. Strong knowledge of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), de-escalation, and quality clinical documentation is highly valued.

What You’ll Do

• Provide individual, family, and group counseling to clients receiving detox and substance use treatment

• Complete comprehensive clinical assessments and develop individualized treatment goals

• Facilitate therapeutic and psychoeducational groups

• Utilize CBT, Motivational Interviewing, and other evidence-based clinical approaches

• Provide trauma-informed care throughout the treatment process

• Utilize effective de-escalation and crisis intervention techniques

• Maintain accurate, timely, and high-quality clinical documentation

• Participate in treatment team meetings and collaborate with medical and clinical staff

• Assist with discharge planning and coordinate appropriate aftercare services

• Support utilization review and insurance authorization activities

• Assist with clinical programming and implementation of best practices

• Maintain a safe, supportive, and therapeutic environment for clients

• Participate in an on-call rotation as assigned

What We’re Looking For

Required

• Master’s degree in Counseling, Social Work, Psychology, Chemical Dependency, or a related field

• Active North Carolina LCAS or LCAS-A required

• Active North Carolina LCSW-A/LCSW or LCMHC-A/LCMHC required

• Experience providing substance use treatment, behavioral health, or mental health services

Clinical Skills & Experience

• Strong understanding and application of CBT and Motivational Interviewing (MI)

• Experience with trauma-informed care

• Strong group facilitation skills

• Excellent clinical documentation skills

• Strong de-escalation and crisis intervention abilities

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

• Ability to remain calm, professional, and effective during challenging situations

• Ability to collaborate effectively within a multidisciplinary treatment team

Why Join Freedom Detox?

• $57,000–$62,000 annual salary

• Consistent Sunday–Thursday, 12 PM–8 PM schedule

• Comprehensive benefits package

• Professional growth and advancement opportunities

• Collaborative clinical environment

• Meaningful work supporting individuals through detox and recovery

• Supportive leadership and mission-driven team

Ready to Make a Difference?

If you’re an LCAS + LCSW(A) or LCMHC(A) who is passionate about substance use treatment and brings strong skills in CBT, MI, trauma-informed care, group facilitation, de-escalation, and clinical documentation , apply today to join Freedom Detox in Gastonia, NC.

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.