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Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Outpatient Therapist – LGBTQIA+ Adult IOP

Counselor / TherapistNo weekendsFull-Time

Listed compensation

$53k-$57k

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.

Outpatient Therapist – LGBTQIA+ Adult IOP

High Focus Centers – Center City, Philadelphia, PA

Empowering Lives. Strengthening Futures. Be Part of Something Meaningful.

  • Program: Adult LGBTQIA+ Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP)
  • Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–4:00 PM
  • Compensation: $53,000–$57,000 per year, commensurate with experience, education, and licensure

About High Focus Centers

High Focus Centers is a leading provider of outpatient treatment for mental health, substance use, and co-occurring disorders. Our compassionate clinical teams provide individualized, evidence-based care in a supportive environment focused on helping clients build healthier, more fulfilling lives.

Our Center City, Philadelphia location offers a specialized Adult LGBTQIA+ Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) for individuals experiencing co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders. This trauma-informed, person-centered program provides a safe, affirming environment where clients can explore their experiences related to sexuality, gender identity, and sexual orientation while developing skills to support recovery and emotional wellness.

Our strength-based approach emphasizes individualized care, inclusivity, and the development of healthy coping strategies. Family and caregiver involvement is also encouraged, with monthly family sessions designed to help address challenges and strengthen support systems.

Position Overview

We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Outpatient Therapist to provide high-quality clinical care within our Adult LGBTQIA+ IOP. In this role, you will facilitate group therapy, conduct clinical assessments, develop individualized treatment plans, and support adults navigating mental health and substance use challenges.

The ideal candidate is passionate about behavioral healthcare, values inclusive and affirming treatment, and is committed to helping clients make meaningful progress toward recovery.

Key Responsibilities

Facilitate IOP group therapy sessions using trauma-informed, LGBTQIA+-affirming approaches for adults with co-occurring disorders

Conduct comprehensive biopsychosocial assessments and collaborate with clients to develop individualized treatment plans

Maintain accurate, timely, and compliant clinical documentation, including progress notes, treatment plans, and insurance reviews

  • Coordinate care with families, caregivers, referral sources, and external providers as appropriate
  • Maintain a minimum of 25 billable sessions per week while supporting overall program needs
  • Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings, case consultations, and quality improvement initiatives
  • Support clients in developing healthy coping strategies, strengthening emotional regulation, and progressing toward treatment goals
  • Complete additional clinical responsibilities as needed to support program operations

Qualifications

Master's degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, Clinical Mental Health, or a related field from an accredited institution

  • Completion of a clinical internship or practicum
  • Previous experience facilitating group therapy in an outpatient behavioral health setting preferred
  • Familiarity with IOP levels of care and evidence-based treatment modalities
  • Professional licensure preferred but not required, including LPC, LCSW, or LMFT
  • Ability to work effectively with diverse populations and within multidisciplinary treatment teams
  • Commitment to providing culturally competent, inclusive, and affirming care to the LGBTQIA+ community
  • Strong communication, organizational, and clinical documentation skills

Why Join High Focus Centers?

  • Make a meaningful impact in the lives of adults seeking mental health and substance use treatment
  • Join a collaborative clinical team committed to compassionate, individualized care
  • Work within a specialized program that prioritizes inclusive, affirming, and trauma-informed treatment
  • Contribute to a supportive therapeutic environment where clients can work toward lasting recovery and emotional wellness
  • Access opportunities for professional development and career growth

Apply today and help us provide compassionate, affirming care that empowers individuals to heal, grow, and thrive.

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

Clinical assessmentTreatment planningTrauma-informed careLGBTQIA+ affirming careBiopsychosocial assessmentCase consultationMultidisciplinary collaborationCrisis intervention

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Outpatient Therapist – LGBTQIA+ Adult IOP at Pyramid Healthcare a 6.4 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the Above average in Mental Health Therapy (Counseling) — ranked against 7,907 active Mental Health Therapy (Counseling) listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no weekend requirements.

Counselor Career Context

Pyramid Healthcare ranks #16 of 17 employers hiring Counselor on WeekdayDoc by average advertised pay.

Of the 50 active Mental Health Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 28% are remote, 54% have no call, 56% require no weekends.

Mental Health Therapy by the numbers
MeasureThis jobMarket
Work-life score6.4 / 10 · above average in mental health therapy (counseling)ranked against 7,907 Mental Health Therapy (Counseling) listingslisting-based score, 0–10
Cost-of-living adjusted pay~$56k in purchasing powerPennsylvania index 97.6 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Mental Health Therapy listings in Pennsylvania450 active7,916 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 28% remote · 54% no call · 56% no weekends50 benchmarked listings
Sign-on & loan repaymentnot statedPennsylvania Counselor listings: 15% state a sign-on bonus (median $5k) · 14% offer loan repayment767 active listings, Oct 2026
Mental Health Therapy pay trend+2.0% vs prior quarter—through Sep 2026
Pyramid Healthcare#16 of 17 for payTop Employers work-life index
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index (7,907 Mental Health Therapy (Counseling) listings), 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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Benefits & Perks

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401k / retirement match
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CME allowance
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Sign-on bonus
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Loan repayment
8%
PSLF eligible
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Work-life snapshot

median 6.0this job 6.4
Better work-life than 60% of Mental Health Therapy (Counseling) listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 7,907 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

  • No weekends
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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≈ 3.8× annual pay
Typical market rent
$1,757/mo≈ 40% 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.