Life Skills Specialist

Pyramid Healthcare is dedicated to offering the highest quality of care to those we serve. Our family of brands is recognized as leaders in addiction treatment, mental health recovery, and eating disorder treatment modalities. We provide comprehensive behavioral healthcare—including psychiatry, addiction recovery, and mental disorder treatment—that supports clients at all stages of recovery or rehabilitation to reclaim health and well‑being.

Schedule

Monday–Friday | 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM

Responsibilities

• Provide direct care and support to adults receiving substance use and behavioral health treatment.
• Monitor client behavior to ensure safety, well‑being, and program compliance.
• Support a structured therapeutic milieu focused on recovery, accountability, and personal growth.
• Encourage participation in treatment services, recovery programming, and recreational activities.
• Orient and support newly admitted clients.
• Assist with the implementation of individualized treatment plans.
• Observe, document, and communicate client progress and concerns with the treatment team.
• Facilitate and co‑lead life‑skills, recovery‑focused, psychoeducational, and coping‑skills groups.
• Teach daily living skills, communication skills, relapse‑prevention strategies, and healthy coping mechanisms.
• Reinforce recovery principles and foundational concepts of 12‑Step programs, including Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) and Narcotics Anonymous (NA).
• Maintain accurate, timely, and professional documentation.
• Communicate effectively with clients, treatment team members, families, care managers, and community partners.
• Complete administrative and clerical tasks that support clinical operations and client care.
• Maintain confidentiality and comply with HIPAA regulations.
• Assist with transportation to appointments, recovery meetings, and approved community activities.
• Maintain a clean, organized, safe, and therapeutic environment.
• Participate in staff meetings, required training programs, and professional development opportunities.
• Follow all safety, security, infection‑control, licensing, and accreditation standards.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED equivalent (required).
• 2+ years of experience in behavioral health, addiction treatment, mental health, or a related field (required).
• Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record (required).
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and teamwork skills (required).
• Associate degree in Behavioral Health, Human Services, Psychology, Social Work, Counseling, or a related field (preferred).
• Experience facilitating groups in a treatment or recovery setting (preferred).
• Knowledge of substance use disorder treatment and recovery support services (preferred).

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Knowledge of behavioral health and substance use disorder treatment.
• Understanding of HIPAA, licensing regulations, CARF standards, and professional boundaries.
• Strong group facilitation and teaching abilities.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Effective problem‑solving and decision‑making capabilities.
• Ability to remain calm and responsive during crisis situations.
• Strong organizational, documentation, and time‑management skills.
• Flexibility, professionalism, and commitment to continuous learning.

Why Join Pyramid Healthcare?

• Meaningful work that transforms lives.
• Supportive and collaborative team environment.
• Opportunity to lead and mentor clients in recovery.
• Ongoing training and professional development.
• Career growth within a leading behavioral healthcare organization.
• Mission‑driven organization guided by Integrity, Dedication, Collaboration, and Passion.

Benefits

• 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
• Additional Total Rewards for full‑time positions