Counselor

Counselor (I, II, III) – Substance Use Disorder Treatment

Location: VirginiaCompany: Pinnacle Treatment Centers

Transform Lives. Build Recovery. Make a Difference.

"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."— Patient, Pinnacle Treatment Centers

At Pinnacle Treatment Centers, we're committed to transforming lives through compassionate, evidence-based addiction treatment. Serving more than 35,000 individuals daily across our nationwide network, we provide comprehensive care while fostering a supportive environment for both patients and teammates.

We are seeking dedicated Counselors (I, II, III) to join our clinical team in Virginia. In this role, you'll guide patients through their recovery journey, providing counseling, support, and treatment planning that creates lasting change.

Why Join Pinnacle?

Competitive Pay Based on Credentials & Licensure





Position



Pay Range





Counselor I



$21.25 – $26.00/hour





Counselor II



$25.00 – $31.00/hour





Counselor III



$31.25 – $36.06/hour





Teammate Appreciation Benefits


- Monthly performance-based bonus opportunities



- Defined career advancement through our Counselor Tier Program



- Access to 600+ free CEU courses



- 18 days PTO plus 8 paid holidays



- Student Loan Repayment Program eligibility at most locations



- Diversity, Equity & Inclusion initiatives



- Free clinical supervision (based on licensure and availability)



- Supportive team environment focused on professional growth


What You'll Do


- Conduct patient assessments and participate in treatment planning



- Complete intake evaluations and facilitate group counseling sessions



- Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation



- Provide crisis intervention and individual counseling



- Conduct treatment plan reviews and participate in case conferences



- Educate patients on program expectations, rights, and recovery goals



- Coordinate referrals to community resources and support services



- Collect and administer urine/swab drug screens following chain-of-custody procedures



- Attend supervision, team meetings, and required trainings



- Ensure compliance with federal, state, and organizational regulations and policies


Qualifications

Counselor I

Pay: $21.25 – $26.00/hour

Required:


- Bachelor's degree or higher; or qualifying CSAC credentials



- CSAC Supervisee or CSAC Supervisee Pending preferred



- Eligible for certification/licensure through the Virginia Board or nationally recognized certifying body



- Experience in substance use treatment preferred


Counselor II

Pay: $25.00 – $31.00/hour

Required:


- Bachelor's degree or higher



- One or more of the following:



- CSAC



- Resident in Counseling



- Resident in Marriage & Family Therapy



- Supervisee in Clinical Social Work



- LCSW pathway candidate



- Eligible for applicable licensure/certification in Virginia


Counselor III

Pay: $31.25 – $36.06/hour

Required:


- Master's degree or higher



- Active Virginia licensure such as:



- LPC



- LCSW



- LMFT



- LSATP
- Strong clinical counseling and treatment planning experience


Join Our Team & Start Saving Lives Today

If you're passionate about helping individuals overcome substance use disorders and build healthier futures, we encourage you to apply. Join a team that values compassion, clinical excellence, and professional development while making a meaningful impact every day.

Apply today to begin your career with Pinnacle Treatment Centers.



Skills:

Case Management, Clinical Study Publications, Community Support, Crisis Intervention, Customer Support/Service, Diversity, Federal Laws and Regulations, Futures, Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), Maintain Compliance, Patient Assessment, Patient Education, Pinnacle, Social Work, Specimen Collection, State Laws and Regulations, Student Loans, Time Management, Treatment Plan



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Pinnacle Treatment Centers



At Pinnacle, we see your courage, we empathize with you, and want to help you on your journey to a brighter future for yourself and your loved ones. A life free from addiction can start today. Everything we do at Pinnacle starts and ends with you. You make the choice to enter treatment, and we tailor our approach to fit your needs.
Your priorities become our priorities, and together, we work with you to help you achieve your goals.

Our Mission:

To make recovery possible by transforming lives, communities, and the families we serve with treatment that works.

Our Vision:

We envision a better world where lives and communities are made whole again through our comprehensive treatment of people with substance use disorders. Right Treatment, Right Place, Right Time When we say community-based care, we mean it.

With your permission, we make it a point to involve your family or chosen family in your treatment process and ensure our centers are accessible. We expand our reach because we believe evidence-based treatment for addiction should be available to everyone, everywhere. Your zip code should not be a barrier to recovery. We open locations in various settings to bring treatment to as many people as possible.





Company Size:

100 to 499 employees



Industry:

Healthcare Services



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Website:

https://pinnacletreatment.com/