Counselor

Overview

Counselor Pinnacle’s Voice: A Tale of Transformation & Recovery $2000 Sign on Bonus*** “I found myself like a lot of people in a position I never thought I would be in. I needed help bad… It all started with a call… one of the easiest and hardest things I’ve ever done. Every day I wake up and think how good it feels and how lucky I am to have found this place.” About Us: Pinnacle Treatment Centers is a leading provider of comprehensive addiction treatment services, committed to transforming lives through compassionate care. Our approach is rooted in evidence-based practices, focusing on the holistic well-being of our patients, and treating our teammates with the same level of individualized compassion and empathy. Pinnacle transforms the lives of more than 35,000 individuals daily resulting in a network of care spanning across the country. Position Overview: As a Counselor, you will play a crucial role in the recovery journey of our patients. Pinnacle’s unique approach combines compassionate care with innovative treatment methods to address the diverse needs of individuals seeking help for substance use disorders. Join us in making a positive impact on the lives of those we serve. Teammate Appreciation Benefits: At Pinnacle Treatment Centers, we value our teammates and offer a variety of benefits to support their personal and professional growth. Benefits

Variable Pay Structure: Competitive compensation based on experience, education, and licensure. Defined Career Pathing: Clear advancement opportunities through our Counselor Tier Program, designed to reward achievement in education, licensure, and credentials. Bonus Incentives: Recognizing and rewarding quality patient care with monthly performance-based bonuses. STAR LRP Eligibility: 90% of our facilities are eligible for the Student Loan Repayment Program. This federal program selects applicants to forgive 100% of their student loans. Continuing Education: Free access to over 600 CEU courses to enhance your skills and knowledge. Paid Time Off: 18 days of PTO, sick leave, and 8 paid holidays to maintain a healthy work-life balance. Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Initiatives: Be part of a workforce that reflects the diversity of our patient population. Free Clinical Supervision: Available based on licensure and availability to support your professional growth. Key Responsibilities

Provides orientation to new patients to the program’s rules, policies, procedures, and patients' rights. Conducts intakes, discharge planning, initial assessments, and initial treatment plans professionally and within time guidelines as required by applicable federal and state regulation, CARF guidelines and Pinnacle policies. Involves patients in assessment, treatment planning, and intervention to give them a sense of entitlement to their own recovery. Administers the biopsychosocial assessment, evaluating all areas of patients’ lives at intake and on an ongoing basis. Recognizes and utilizes patients’ Strengths, Needs, Ability, and Preferences (SNAP) to develop individualized treatment plans. Determines the clinical necessity of counseling services based on assessment and evaluation. Monitors and documents changes in patient circumstances, identifies relapse indicators, and promotes relapse prevention interventions in an early stage. Complies with Medical Quality Assurance and Clinical Risk Management Policies, including: Evaluate high-risk conditions and use screening tools (e.g., BAM-R, C-SSRS, GAD-7, PHQ-9) to determine severity. Assess risk factors and consider appropriate treatment settings; refer as needed and obtain release waivers for information sharing when appropriate. Flag high-risk patients to Medical Directors and Regional Clinical Leadership and coordinate referrals as needed. Review physician notes to ensure high-risk factors are noted and addressed, and communicate with supervising staff as required. Inform and circulate high-risk patient information among staff following treatment team decisions. Provide professional counseling and referral services by maintaining referrals to specialized services and to community resources, and acting as liaison as necessary. Deliver individual and group counseling as clinically needed, addressing issues identified in assessments and treatment plans. Utilize advanced counseling techniques such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Motivational Interviewing. Schedule regular counseling sessions, issue appointment cards, and record sessions in the EHR scheduler. Document counseling entries with signature and date per federal/state regulations, CARF guidelines, and Pinnacle policies. Engage in Community Relations and Outreach. Attend required trainings and case conferences with program physicians and physician assistants. Collect research data when requested and observe urine sample collection when required. Attend team meetings and complete training courses timely. Other duties as assigned. Qualifications

Counselor I: $20/hour to $21/hour Possess an associate degree in a relevant field or an approved counselor certification, license, or certification; Kern County requires a bachelor’s degree or 75% of required counselor certification courses. Possess counselor registration/certification by a recognized certifying organization; proof of registration required prior to providing counseling services. 0-2 years of experience. Counselor II: $21/hour to $24/hour Possess an associate degree or majority of required certification courses; Kern County requires a bachelor’s degree or 75% of required counselor certification courses. Possess counselor registration/certification by a recognized certifying organization; proof of registration required prior to providing counseling services. 2-5 years of experience OR Master level. Counselor III: $24/hour to $27/hour (Certified) & $27/hour - $30/hour (Licensed) Degrees must include licensure, licensure-eligible, or certification. Clinical skills must be effective in complex cases. Possess certification as an Alcohol and Other Drug Counselor with a CA approved certification agency or current credentials as licensed or license-eligible with the Board of Behavioral Sciences or the Board of Psychology. If license-eligible, must maintain the Board’s requirements and receive the necessary supervision. Proof of licensure or certification by a state regulatory agency is required immediately; credentialing must occur prior to providing counseling services per the DHCS. Join our Team

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Preferred Prior SUD counseling experience preferred. Education

Required Technical/other training or better in Alcohol and Drug Abuse Services or related field Associate or better in Psychology or related field Masters or better in Psychology or related field Bachelor’s or better in Psychology or related field Licenses & Certifications

Preferred SUDCC III SUDCC II SUDCC LPC ACSW LCSW LMFT AMFT CADC III CADC II CADC I Behaviors

Preferred Thought Provoking: Capable of making others think deeply on a subject Enthusiastic: Shows intense and eager enjoyment and interest Detail Oriented: Carries out tasks with necessary details Team Player: Works well as a member of a group Dedicated: Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity Motivations

Preferred Self-Starter Goal Completion Ability to Make an Impact: Contribute to the success of the project or organization Equal Opportunity Employer

Pinnacle Treatment Centers is an equal employment opportunity employer and makes employment decisions based on merit and other legitimate business considerations. We comply with federal employment laws and Know Your Rights from the Department of Labor.

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