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Pyramid Healthcare
Bowie, Maryland

Counselor/ Therapist FT

CounselorIncludes callNo weekendsFull-Time

Listed compensation

$60k-$70k

The week · per this posting · Monday – Friday

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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.

  • Join Our Clinical Team at Pyramid Healthcare!
  • Location: Prince George's County Facility
  • Address: 3000 Lottsford Vista Road, Bowie, MD
  • Salary: $60,000 - $70,000 annually
  • Schedule: Monday through Friday, 10:00 AM - 6:30 PM
  • Some evenings, on-call responsibilities, and weekends may be required based on program needs.
  • Counselor Jobs in Bowie, Maryland

Are you passionate about helping individuals overcome substance use and mental health challenges? Pyramid Healthcare is seeking a dedicated Counselor to join our behavioral health team in Bowie, Maryland.

As a Counselor, you will provide comprehensive clinical services to individuals receiving treatment for substance use disorders, co-occurring mental health conditions, and other behavioral health concerns. Working alongside an interdisciplinary treatment team, you'll help clients develop the skills, support systems, and treatment plans necessary to achieve long-term recovery and wellness.

This is an excellent opportunity for both licensed clinicians and Maryland-approved trainees seeking to grow their careers within a mission-driven organization committed to delivering high-quality, evidence-based treatment.

Why Join Pyramid Healthcare?

  • Collaborative and supportive clinical environment
  • Opportunities for professional development and career advancement
  • Ongoing training and continuing education
  • Meaningful work that positively impacts individuals, families, and communities
  • Opportunity to work alongside experienced behavioral health professionals

What You'll Do

As a Counselor, you will:

Evaluate the behavioral, emotional, cognitive, spiritual, and social needs of clients and their families.

Collaborate with the interdisciplinary treatment team to develop, implement, and monitor individualized treatment plans.

Facilitate individual counseling, family therapy sessions, therapeutic groups, and psychoeducational programming.

Coordinate care and communicate with referral sources, outpatient providers, and other stakeholders when appropriate.

Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation within the electronic health record in accordance with program policies, accreditation standards, and regulatory requirements.

Provide documentation and clinical support for utilization review activities and continued stay authorizations.

  • Participate in discharge planning, aftercare development, and outcome tracking initiatives.
  • Conduct Level of Care Assessments as needed.
  • Assist with program curriculum development, clinical programming enhancements, and evidence-based treatment initiatives.
  • Participate in on-call rotations based on program and organizational needs.
  • Maintain confidentiality and exercise sound clinical judgment in all aspects of client care.
  • Complete all required trainings and maintain compliance with licensing, accreditation, and company standards.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

  • Education & Licensure
  • Candidates must possess one of the following Maryland credentials:
  • Maryland Alcohol and Drug Trainee (ADT)
  • LGPC (Licensed Graduate Professional Counselor)
  • LCPC (Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor)
  • LGADC (Licensed Graduate Alcohol and Drug Counselor)
  • LCADC (Licensed Clinical Alcohol and Drug Counselor)
  • LMSW (Licensed Master Social Worker)
  • LCSW-C (Licensed Certified Social Worker-Clinical)

Any active trainee status, certification, or professional licensure recognized by the Maryland Board of Professional Counselors and Therapists or the Maryland Board of Social Work Examiners

Preferred Qualifications

Specialized Training In

  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Motivational Interviewing (MI)
  • Trauma-Informed Care
  • Collaborative Documentation

Experience Working Within

  • Substance Use Disorder Treatment
  • Behavioral Health Programs
  • Co-Occurring Disorder Treatment
  • Residential Treatment
  • Outpatient Treatment Programs
  • Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Successful Candidates Will Demonstrate

  • Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
  • Strong clinical assessment and counseling abilities
  • Sound clinical judgment and decision-making skills
  • Ability to gather, analyze, and apply information to solve complex clinical situations
  • Ability to effectively manage crisis situations and client risk concerns
  • Knowledge of behavioral health, substance use treatment, accreditation standards, and regulatory compliance requirements
  • Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary treatment team
  • Strong organizational, documentation, and time-management skills
  • Ideal Candidate

We're Looking for a Clinician Who

  • Is passionate about recovery and behavioral healthcare
  • Builds strong therapeutic relationships with diverse populations
  • Demonstrates professionalism, empathy, and ethical practice
  • Thrives in a collaborative team environment
  • Maintains excellent clinical documentation standards
  • Is committed to supporting clients throughout their recovery journey

Work Environment

This position operates primarily in an indoor behavioral healthcare setting and may involve working with individuals experiencing:

  • Substance use disorders
  • Co-occurring mental health conditions
  • Crisis situations
  • Trauma-related concerns

Emotional and Psychiatric Challenges

Employees may be exposed to communicable illnesses and emotionally sensitive situations while providing therapeutic services.

Employment Requirements

  • Due to the nature of behavioral healthcare services and our commitment to client safety, all candidates selected for employment must successfully complete:
  • Criminal background screening
  • Drug screening
  • License and credential verification

Any Required State-mandated Clearances

Employment is contingent upon meeting all applicable federal, state, regulatory, and accrediting-body requirements.

Ready to Make an Impact?

Join a team that is transforming lives every day through compassionate, evidence-based behavioral healthcare.

Apply today to become a Counselor with Pyramid Healthcare in Bowie, Maryland and help individuals build healthier, more fulfilling futures.

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 counselor will evaluate client needs and collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to develop and implement individualized treatment plans. They will also facilitate individual, family, and group therapy sessions while maintaining accurate clinical documentation.

Requirements

Candidates must possess an active Maryland credential such as ADT, LGPC, LCPC, LGADC, LCADC, LMSW, or LCSW-C. Strong clinical assessment skills and the ability to work within a multidisciplinary team are required.

Qualifications

Education
Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)

Key Skills

Treatment planningCrisis interventionElectronic health records

Counselor Career Context

Pyramid Healthcare ranks #14 of 20 employers hiring Counselor on WeekdayDoc by average advertised pay.

Of the 50 active Mental Health Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 44% are remote, 48% have no call, 58% require no weekends.

Mental Health Therapy by the numbers
MeasureThis jobMarket
Listed pay$60k–$70kMental Health Therapy median $77k (middle half $70k–$88k)13 comparable listings, Oct 2026
Cost-of-living adjusted pay~$62k in purchasing powerMaryland index 105.0 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Mental Health Therapy listings in Maryland213 active7,886 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 44% remote · 48% no call · 58% no weekends50 benchmarked listings
Pyramid Healthcare#14 of 20 for payTop Employers work-life index
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index, Top Employers work-life 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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  • No weekends
  • Includes call
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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 Bowie

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$459k≈ 7.6× annual pay
Typical market rent
$2,522/mo≈ 50% of gross pay
Residents’ average commute
35 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
108.9
State income tax
Up to 5.8%
Sources & methodology

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

BEA 2024 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

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