Counselor Assistant

Overview

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 give 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.

High Focus Centers in Farmington is a premier provider of outpatient treatment programs for mental health, substance use and co-occurring disorders. Our highly trained staff create individualized, comprehensive and robust treatment plans designed to meet each client’s treatment goals. We are currently seeking a Counselor Assistant to join our amazing team of behavioral healthcare professionals. If after reading the posting you feel you are qualified and interested in this role, we invite you to apply for this amazing opportunity!

• Address: 17 Talcott Notch Rd, Farmington, CT 06032
• Schedule:
  
  Full time 40 hours/week Monday-Friday
• Hourly Rate: $20/hour - $23/hour

• Assist individuals in establishing necessary connections with available supports in the community that will facilitate initiation and ongoing engagement in the recovery process.
• Assist individuals in developing and solidifying long‑term recovery supports, and providing services before, during, and following an individual’s engagement in the treatment continuum.
• Provide opportunities for individuals to direct their own recovery plan and supports, build self‑worth, wellness, empowerment, and self‑advocacy.
• Work with the individual’s family, service and treatment providers, other programs, and community supports to assist in achievement of these goals.
• Initiate and develop treatment planning goals through contact with clients, family, colleagues and other staff.
• Perform individual and process group therapy sessions under the direction of the treatment supervisor, including preparing materials for sessions.
• Manage client files.
• Communicate with referral sources and company representatives.
• Attend treatment team meetings with psychiatrist and staff.
• Participate in community meetings with clients.
• Complete family sessions as necessary.
• Prepare utilization reviews with appropriate funding sources as needed.
• Maintain client caseload daily.
• Other duties as assigned.

• REQUIRED:
  
  Bachelor's Degree in a Human Services or related field, previous crisis management and counseling experience.

We are committed and proud to live our CORE values and use them to inspire those around us.

• INTEGRITY
  : striving to be honest, transparent, and ethical when dealing with clients, staff, and the community.
• DEDICATION
  : demonstrating an unwavering commitment to always provide exceptional care and support to those we serve.
• COLLABORATION
  : a steadfast, team‑focused approach; working together to achieve excellence.
• PASSION
  : genuine, compelling, and relentless desire to improve lives and support Pyramid Healthcare’s mission.

• 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!

To learn more about Pyramid Healthcare, and how you can achieve personal and professional growth, visit us at: (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..

Pyramid Healthcare, Inc. is proud of its diverse workforce, and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.