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Temporary CounselorPinnacle Treatment Centers, Inc. • Chico, CA, US
Temporary Counselor

Temporary Counselor

Pinnacle Treatment Centers, Inc. • Chico, CA, US
3 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Overview

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Position details include schedule and location as described by the original posting.

Key Responsibilities

  • Provides orientation to new patients to the programs' rules, policies, procedures, and patients' rights.
  • Conducts Intakes, Discharge Planning, Initial Assessments, and Initial Treatment Plans within time guidelines as required by applicable federal and state regulation, CARF guidelines and Pinnacle Policies.
  • Involves patients in assessment, treatment planning, and intervention to support their recovery.
  • Administers the biopsychosocial assessment at intake and on an ongoing basis.
  • Utilizes SNAP (Strengths, Needs, Ability, and Preferences) to develop individualized Treatment Plans aligned with patients' goals.
  • Determines the clinical necessity of counseling services based on assessment findings.
  • Monitors and documents changes in patients and relapse indicators to support relapse prevention interventions.
  • Complies with Medical QA and Clinical Risk Management Policies, including evaluation of high-risk conditions and use of screening tools (BAM-R, C-SSRS, GAD-7, PHQ-9).
  • Reviews and coordinates with other practitioners and refers patients as needed, maintaining appropriate releases of information.
  • Provides professional counseling and referrals, addressing clinical and special needs and coordinating with community resources and referral partners.
  • Delivers individual and group counseling, applies methods such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Motivational Interviewing, and schedules regular sessions.
  • Documents counseling entries per federal and state regulations, CARF guidelines, and Pinnacle policies.
  • Participates in Community Relations and Outreach; attends required training and case conferences.
  • Attends team meetings and completes training courses timely; collects research data when requested; may observe urine sample collection as required.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Counselor I

$20 / hour to $21 / hour

  • Possess an associate degree in a relevant field and required credentials to provide counseling services.
  • Kern County may require a bachelor's degree or high school diploma / GED with 75% certification education.

    • Counselor II

    $21 / hour to $24 / hour

  • Possess an associate degree or equivalent certification; 2-5 years of experience or Master level preferred; require counselor registration / certification by a recognized organization; 75% of required coursework may be acceptable in Kern County.

    • Counselor III

    $24 / hour to $30 / hour (varies by certification and licensure)

  • Must have licensure or certification as an Alcohol and Other Drug Counselor (CA approved), or licensed / license-eligible with the appropriate board; immediate credentialing required; ongoing supervision as needed.

    • Benefits and Career Path

  • Variable Pay Structure based on experience, education, and licensure.
  • Defined Career Pathing through a Counselor Tier Program for advancement.
  • Bonus incentives for quality patient care.
  • STAR LRP eligibility with potential student loan repayment.
  • Continuing Education : Free access to over 600 CEU courses.
  • Paid Time Off : 18 days PTO, sick leave, and 8 paid holidays.
  • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion initiatives.
  • Free Clinical Supervision available based on licensure and availability.

    • Employment Details

  • Seniority level : Entry level
  • Employment type : Full-time
  • Job function : Other
  • Industry : Hospitals and Health Care

    • Equal Opportunity

    Pinnacle Treatment Centers is an equal employment opportunity employer. Rights and notices under federal employment laws are provided as required. Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor is available.

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    Location : Chico, CA

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