Assessment Counselor
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Job Description
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.
Assessment Counselor (Part-Time)
Location: High Focus Centers – Radnor, PA
Schedule
Part-time, up to 20 hours per week. Weekend availability (Saturday and Sunday) is preferred, with some flexibility based on program needs and candidate availability.
About Us
High Focus Centers has a longstanding history of providing high-quality outpatient treatment throughout Pennsylvania through our subsidiary programs: Rehab After Work, The Light Program, and Seeds of Hope. Our individualized, comprehensive treatment programs make us a vital resource for adults and adolescents experiencing mental health, substance use, and/or eating disorders.
We are currently seeking a Part-Time Assessment Counselor to join our Radnor team. This position is ideal for a licensed clinical professional looking for a flexible part-time opportunity, ideally with weekend hours, while making a meaningful impact on individuals seeking treatment.
Position Summary
The Assessment Counselor plays an important role in the admissions process by completing level-of-care assessments, engaging with prospective clients, and collaborating with the clinical team to determine appropriate treatment recommendations. This position helps ensure a smooth intake experience and that individuals are connected with the services best suited to their clinical needs.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Introduce and explain the Level of Care Assessment (LOCA) process to clients.
- Collect demographic, clinical, and psychosocial history relevant to the assessment process.
- Explain and obtain signatures for Releases of Information (ROI) and other admission documentation.
- Complete clinical assessments and determine appropriate level of care and placement based on assessment findings.
- Gather required information and complete precertifications for managed care clients, as applicable.
- Collaborate with therapists, admissions, and marketing teams to support scheduling and care coordination.
- Participate in case consultations and interdisciplinary team meetings.
- Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation in accordance with organizational and regulatory requirements.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications
- Education, Licensure & Experience
- Master's degree from an accredited institution in a recognized clinical discipline.
- Active Pennsylvania Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) or Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) license required.
- Prior clinical experience in mental health treatment required.
- Experience conducting clinical assessments and determining appropriate levels of care preferred.
Skills & Abilities
- Strong clinical knowledge of mental health, substance use, and/or eating disorder treatment.
- Working knowledge of HIPAA, applicable licensing standards, and CARF regulations.
- Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
- Strong clinical judgment, assessment, and problem-solving abilities.
- Ability to remain calm and effective in fast-paced or crisis situations.
- Team-oriented mindset with a collaborative approach.
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: bit. ly.
Pyramid Healthcare, Inc. is proud of its diverse workforce, and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Key Responsibilities
The Assessment Counselor conducts level-of-care assessments and engages with prospective clients to determine appropriate treatment recommendations. They also collaborate with the clinical team to ensure a smooth intake process and maintain accurate clinical documentation.
Requirements
Candidates must hold a Master's degree and an active Pennsylvania LPC or LCSW license. Prior clinical experience in mental health treatment is required, with preference given to those experienced in conducting clinical assessments.
Qualifications
- Education
- Master's degree (postgraduate degree)
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Key Skills
Counselor Career Context
Pyramid Healthcare ranks #13 of 17 employers hiring Counselor on WeekdayDoc by average advertised pay.
Of the 50 active Counselor listings this role was benchmarked against, 44% are remote, 36% have no call, 72% require no weekends.
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Cost of living | Pennsylvania index 97.6 | US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Counselor listings in Pennsylvania | 740 active | 13,398 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 44% remote · 36% no call · 72% no weekends50 benchmarked listings |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | not stated | Pennsylvania Counselor listings: 15% state a sign-on bonus (median $5k) · 14% offer loan repayment740 active listings, Nov 2026 |
| Counselor pay trend | −1.6% vs prior quarter | —through Oct 2026 |
| Pyramid Healthcare | #13 of 17 for pay | Top Employers work-life index |
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