Counselor

About the Role

Pinnacle Treatment Centers is seeking dedicated Counselors (I, II, III) to join the clinical team in Virginia. In this position you will guide patients through their recovery journey, providing counseling, support, and treatment planning that creates lasting change. The role is part of a nationwide network that serves more than 35,000 individuals daily with evidence‑based addiction treatment.

Responsibilities

• 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
  • 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 a nationally recognized certifying body
  • Experience in substance‑use treatment preferred
• Counselor II
  • 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
  • Master’s degree or higher
  • Active Virginia licensure such as LPC, LCSW, LMFT, or LSATP
  • Strong clinical counseling and treatment‑planning experience

Pay

• Counselor I: $21.25 – $26.00 per hour
• Counselor II: $25.00 – $31.00 per hour
• Counselor III: $31.25 – $36.06 per hour

Benefits

• Monthly performance‑based bonus opportunities
• Defined career advancement through the 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