Lead Counselor California

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About Us

Pinnacle Treatment Centers is a leading provider of comprehensive addiction treatment services, committed to transforming lives through compassionate care. Our approach is rooted in evidence‑based practices, focusing on the holistic well‑being of our patients, and treating our teammates with the same level of individualized compassion and empathy. We believe in providing a supportive and inclusive environment for both our patients and our dedicated team of professionals. Pinnacle transforms the lives of more than 35,000 individuals daily resulting in a network of care spanning across the country.

Position Overview

As a Lead Counselor , you will provide leadership for other counselors. You will be responsible for the management of an individual caseload, participation in various facility committees, and carrying out other management‑related duties as specified by the Clinical Supervisor / Clinical Director. You will also assist the Clinical Supervisor / Clinical Director in areas of problem‑solving, conflict resolution, readiness for state, CARF visits, and other areas assigned.

Teammate Appreciation Benefits

• Variable Pay Structure : Competitive compensation based on experience, education, and licensure.
• STAR LRP Eligibility : 90% of our facilities are eligible for the Student Loan Repayment Program. This federal program selects applicants to forgive 100% of their student loans.
• Continuing Education : Free access to over 600 CEU courses to enhance your skills and knowledge.
• Paid Time Off : 18 days of PTO, sick leave, and 8 paid holidays to maintain a healthy work‑life balance.
• Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Initiatives : Be part of a workforce that reflects the diversity of our patient population.
• Free Clinical Supervision : Available based on licensure and availability to support your professional growth.

Key Responsibilities

Pay Range

Qualifications

Possess certification as an Alcohol and Other Drug Counselor with a CA approved certification agency or current credentials as licensed or license‑eligible with the Board of Behavioral Sciences or the Board of Psychology.

The evaluation of patients, treatment planning, and counseling services.

Preferred Qualifications

Education

Licenses & Certifications

Behaviors

Motivations

Equal Opportunity Employer

This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

Pinnacle Treatment Centers is an equal employment opportunity employer and makes employment decisions based on merit and other legitimate business considerations. We want to have the best available persons in every job. Company policy prohibits unlawful discrimination based on race, traits historically associated with race, color, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions), parental leave, national origin, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, ancestry, physical or mental disability, military and veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic characteristics or information, political affiliation, non‑merit based factors or any other consideration made unlawful by applicable federal, state, or local laws. It also prohibits discrimination based on the perception that anyone has any of those characteristics or is associated with a person who has or is perceived as having any of those characteristics.

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