Counselor

Pyramid Healthcare is dedicated to offering the highest quality of care to those we serve.  A focus on client-focused care establishes our family of brands as respected leaders in addiction treatment, mental health recovery and eating disorder treatment modalities.

Pyramid Healthcare offers comprehensive behavioral healthcare defined by supportive environments that offer patients the strength they need to overcome life’s challenges.  We offer behavioral healthcare services – psychiatry, addiction recovery, mental disorder treatment, etc. – that allow clients at all stages of recovery or rehabilitation to reclaim health and well-being.

Pyramid Healthcare's Chambersburg Outpatient Treatment Program is seeking a compassionate and dedicated Outpatient Counselor to join our growing behavioral health team in Chambersburg, Pennsylvania. This rewarding opportunity is ideal for professionals passionate about helping individuals overcome substance use disorders, mental health challenges, and co-occurring conditions through evidence-based outpatient treatment services.

The Outpatient Counselor provides individual counseling, group therapy, family counseling, client assessments, treatment planning, and case management support for individuals receiving substance use disorder and behavioral health treatment services. This position plays a critical role in helping clients develop coping skills, achieve treatment goals, and maintain long-term recovery.

The Counselor also supports clinical operations through documentation, utilization reviews, insurance authorizations, and compliance with regulatory and accreditation standards.

Essential Responsibilities

Clinical Services

• Provide individual, group, and family counseling services.
• Conduct comprehensive client intake assessments and screenings.
• Develop and update individualized treatment plans based on client needs.
• Maintain an active caseload while providing high-quality therapeutic services.
• Support clients throughout the treatment and recovery process.
• Provide crisis intervention and clinical support as needed.

Documentation & Compliance

• Complete clinical documentation accurately and within required timeframes.
• Maintain organized and compliant client records.
• Complete insurance authorizations and utilization reviews.
• Ensure compliance with HIPAA regulations, state licensing requirements, and organizational policies.
• Participate in quality assurance and regulatory compliance activities.

Team Collaboration

• Attend clinical supervision, staff meetings, and shift-change meetings.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary treatment team members.
• Assist the Program Director with program coverage and operational needs.
• Complete all required trainings and continuing education requirements.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Education & Experience Requirements

Applicants must meet one of the following qualifications:

• Master’s Degree from an accredited college with a major in chemical dependency, psychology, social work, counseling and are working towards (or have already obtained) a Master’s level licensure (Marriage and family therapy, social work, professional counseling), or certification by a state wide certification board (CAADC)
• Bachelors level with an active CADC license or are working towards a CADC with a minimum of one year of qualifying clinical experience. 
• Associates level with an active CAAC license or working towards a CAAC with a minimum of two years of qualifying clinical experience.  
• HS Diploma/GED with an active CAAC license.
• Current licensure in Pennsylvania as a registered nurse (RN) and a degree from an accredited school of nursing and one year of qualifying clinical experience.

Note: This position offers opportunities to gain supervised clinical experience and advance within the organization.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience providing counseling services in behavioral health, mental health, addiction treatment, or substance use disorder settings.
• Knowledge of substance abuse treatment and recovery principles.
• Experience working with co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders.
• Familiarity with utilization management, insurance authorizations, and treatment planning.
• Knowledge of HIPAA regulations, CARF standards, and state licensing requirements.
• Strong crisis intervention and clinical decision-making skills.
• Excellent communication, documentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently while contributing to a team environment.
• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and critical-thinking abilities.

Why Join Pyramid Healthcare?

• Join a nationally recognized behavioral healthcare organization.
• Make a meaningful impact in the lives of individuals in recovery.
• Be part of a supportive, mission-driven team.
• Help advance access to addiction treatment and recovery services in the Pittsburgh community.
• Work alongside dedicated professionals committed to client success.
• Employees and families all have free virtual health care.
• Take up to 50% of your earned pay in advance of payday to help cover surprise expenses.

Apply Today

If you're passionate about helping individuals overcome substance use and mental health challenges and are looking to grow your career in behavioral healthcare, we encourage you to apply today.

***Due to the nature of behavioral healthcare work and our responsibility to ensure client safety, candidates selected for hire must successfully pass a criminal background check, drug screening, and any required state-mandated clearances. Employment is contingent upon meeting all screening requirements in accordance with federal, state, and accrediting-body regulations.***

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.

Total Rewards for Full-Time Positions:

• 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!

Want to know more?

To learn more about Pyramid Healthcare, and how you can achieve personal and professional growth, visit us at: https://bit.ly/Pyramid-Careers.

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