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Counselor

Counselor

Pinnacle Treatment Centers, Inc. • Savannah, GA, US
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Overview

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Pinnacle's Voice : A Tale of Transformation & Recovery

"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… once of the easiest and hardest things I've ever done. Everyday 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 cutting-edge 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.

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 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

  • Ensure the completion of patient databases, treatment plans, progress notes, discharge summaries, and other essential documentation in accordance with applicable federal and state standards and agency policies and procedures.
  • Provide patients with orientation regarding objectives of the program, phase system requirements, rules and regulations, sanctions, hours of services, patient rights, and additional information to help patients adjust to the program.
  • Assure each patient is assessed and placed according to the treatment phases in accordance with Federal and State standards and agency policies.
  • Assure all clinical documentation and patient charts updated in accordance with established policies and procedures.
  • Counsel patients in crisis situations by identifying patient resources and coping abilities to help patients cope with and resolve crisis.
  • Counsel patients who have refused to comply with specific program requirements to increase patient awareness of consequences of noncompliance.
  • Arrange referrals to other agencies and resources in the community when appropriate.
  • Perform treatment plan reviews
  • Participate in case conferences and case reviews in accordance with established policies and procedures.
  • Develop and increase knowledge of federal, state, and agency regulations regarding confidentiality, methadone treatment, and substance abuse counseling certification.
  • Submit all internal and external correspondence to supervisor for review and approval.
  • Complete intakes, facilitate group counseling sessions.
  • Collection and testing of urine / swab drug screening following proper chain of custody.
  • Secure necessary documentation from patients, when appropriate, to ensure compliance with established policies and procedures.
  • Submit monthly and quarterly statistical reports to supervisor.
  • Attend supervisions as scheduled
  • Attend team meetings and complete all training courses timely as required.
  • Other duties as assigned.

    • Qualifications

    Counselor I

  • High School Diploma / GED
  • CACI (Counselor –in-training certification) High school diploma or equivalent
  • CACI, CADC-I, CADC II, CMAC, CAADC, CADC-T (various levels as applicable)

    • Counselor II

  • High School Diploma / GED or higher
  • CACI, CADC-I, G-CADCI, CACII, CADC II or G-CADCII
  • Professional Counselor
  • CCIT (Counselor –in-training certification) High school diploma or equivalent
  • CMAC (Certified Master Addiction Counselor)
  • CAADC (Certified Advanced Alcohol and Drug Counselor)

    • Counselor III

  • Master's Degree or higher
  • CACII, CADCII, CAADC, CMAC, LCAS, LCSW, LMFT, LPC, LSW, or MAC
  • Professional Counselor
  • CCIT (Counselor –in-training certification) High school diploma or equivalent
  • CACI (Certified Addiction Counselor Level I)
  • CACII (Certified Addiction Counselor Level II)
  • CMAC (Certified Master Addiction Counselor)
  • CAADC (Certified Advanced Alcohol and Drug Counselor)

    • Education & Certifications

    Required

  • High School / GED or better

    • Licenses & Certifications

    Preferred

  • CADC-T
  • CADAC I
  • CMAC
  • CAC II
  • CAC I

    • 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 are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law.

    Seniority level

  • Entry level

    • Employment type

  • Full-time

    • Job function

  • Other

    • Industries

  • Hospitals and Health Care

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