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Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Outpatient Therapist – Substance Use IOP - Evening

Addiction CounselorFull-Time

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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.

Outpatient Therapist – Substance Use IOP

Location: High Focus Centers – Center City, Philadelphia, PA

About Us

High Focus Centers has a longstanding reputation for providing high-quality outpatient treatment across southeastern Pennsylvania through our programs, including Rehab After Work, The Light Program, and Seeds of Hope. We provide individualized treatment and support to adults and adolescents navigating substance use disorders and co-occurring mental health conditions.

We are currently seeking an Outpatient Therapist to facilitate substance use Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) groups and provide clinical support to individuals working toward recovery. This is an opportunity to help clients develop healthy coping strategies, build recovery skills, and work toward lasting change in a collaborative clinical environment.

If you are passionate about supporting individuals in recovery and want to make a meaningful impact, we encourage you to apply.

Schedule: Evening hours, Monday–Thursday

Flexible scheduling on Fridays

Compensation

Up to $57,000 annually, based on experience, education, and licensure.

Responsibilities

Facilitate group therapy sessions within a Substance Use Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) for adults and/or adolescents.

Conduct clinical assessments and develop individualized treatment plans based on each client's needs, substance use history, and recovery goals.

Provide evidence-based therapeutic interventions and psychoeducation to support recovery, relapse prevention, and the development of healthy coping skills.

Support clients in identifying triggers, strengthening recovery supports, and building strategies for maintaining sobriety.

Monitor client progress and maintain timely, accurate clinical documentation, including progress notes, treatment plans, and insurance reviews.

Collaborate with a multidisciplinary treatment team to coordinate care and support positive treatment outcomes.

  • Communicate and coordinate treatment with referral sources, families, and external providers as appropriate.
  • Maintain an average of at least 25 billable sessions per week while meeting program needs.
  • Participate in team meetings, case consultations, and ongoing professional development.
  • Perform additional duties as needed to support clinical operations.

Qualifications

Education

  • Master's degree in chemical dependency, psychology, social work, counseling, nursing with a clinical specialty in human services, or a related field.
  • Completion of a clinical-based internship.

Preferred Experience

Experience working in substance use treatment, behavioral health, outpatient services, or group therapy settings.

Familiarity with substance use disorders, recovery-oriented treatment, relapse prevention, and co-occurring mental health conditions.

  • Strong clinical assessment, communication, group facilitation, and documentation skills.
  • Ability to collaborate effectively with clients and a multidisciplinary treatment team.

Join Our Team

At High Focus Centers, you'll have the opportunity to use your clinical skills to help individuals navigate substance use challenges and build a foundation for recovery. Join a team committed to providing individualized, compassionate care and helping clients make meaningful progress toward their goals.

Apply today to become part of our team and make a difference in the lives of those working toward recovery.

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.

Qualifications

Education
Master's degree (postgraduate degree)

Key Skills

Treatment planningSubstance use counselingCrisis interventionCo-occurring disordersMultidisciplinary collaborationCase consultation

Addiction Medicine — Counselor Career Context

The cost-of-living index for Pennsylvania is 97.6 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 61.7% of Pennsylvania clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

What does the Substance Use / Addiction Counselor market look like in Pennsylvania?
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Cost of livingPennsylvania index 97.6US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Substance Use / Addiction Counselor listings in Pennsylvania751 active13,512 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026
Sign-on & loan repaymentnot statedPennsylvania Counselor listings: 15% state a sign-on bonus (median $5k) · 14% offer loan repayment751 active listings, Oct 2026
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index, BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Oct 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

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About Pyramid Healthcare

Hospitals and Health Care
Duncansville, Pennsylvania
1,001-5,000 employees

Benefits & Perks

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

Living in Philadelphia

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$203k≈ 3.6× annual pay
Typical market rent
$1,757/mo≈ 37% of gross pay
Residents’ average commute
32 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
102.6
State income tax
Up to 3.1%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Sep 2026), Zillow market rents (Sep 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

BEA 2024 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

Ratios use this listing’s gross annual pay. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.