Counselor Assistant

Deliverables/Principal Results Expected:

• Conducts screenings and level of care assessments, using clinical knowledge and skill level.
• Facilitates appropriate admissions to all levels of care based on ASAM criteria.
• Makes appropriate referrals to community resources and outside referral opportunities in the best interest of the client.
• Completes assessment, admission and other paperwork for clients to start treatment in a timely manner.
• Manage admission pre-certification with funding sources.
• Work effectively with facility staff to insure consistent implementation of programs.
• Consistently and effectively coordinates schedule with the Admissions Coordinator.
• Maintain up to date reports on Needs Assessment data.
• May be expected to provide coverage for other evaluation counselors in the region, when requested by Supervisor.
• Duties may also include providing assessment services to referral sources such as county juvenile justice centers, county jails, and other forensic and/or mental health settings.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education/Experience:

• A Master’s Degree from an accredited college with a major in chemical dependency, psychology, social work, counseling, nursing (with a clinical specialty in the human services field) or other related field.
• A Bachelor’s Degree with the same educational requirements and 1 year of clinical experience.
• An Associate’s Degree with the same educational requirements and 2 years of clinical experience.
• Full certification as an addictions counselor by a statewide certification body, which is a member of a National certification body or certification by another state government’s substance abuse counseling certification board.
• Current licensure in this Commonwealth as a physician.
• Current licensure in this Commonwealth as a registered nurse and a degree from an accredited school of nursing and 1 year of counseling experience.
• Experience in drug and alcohol treatment and level of care assessments preferred.

Total Rewards:

• 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!

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.

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