Licensed Counselor - Behavioral Health & Detox (LCMHC/LCSW)

Licensed Behavioral Health Counselor - LCSW-A / LCMHC-A

Location: Freedom Detox - Gastonia, NC | Pyramid Healthcare

Salary

$60,000-$65,000 annually, based on licensure and experience

Schedule: Full-Time | Monday-Friday | Daytime Hours | Occasional Weekend Availability Required

Comprehensive Benefits Package

• Make a Difference in Behavioral Health & Substance Use Recovery
• Freedom Detox, part of Pyramid Healthcare, is seeking a compassionate and experienced Licensed Behavioral Health Counselor to join our clinical team in Gastonia, NC.

This is an excellent opportunity for a dedicated clinical professional who is passionate about helping individuals navigate substance use recovery and behavioral health challenges. The ideal candidate will have experience providing individual and group counseling, conducting clinical assessments, managing crisis situations, and collaborating with a multidisciplinary treatment team.

• Candidates must hold an active North Carolina LCSW-A or LCMHC-A, with full licensure (LCSW or LCMHC) also accepted.
• The position offers a consistent Monday-Friday daytime schedule, with occasional weekend availability required to support program needs.

What You'll Do

• Provide individual, family, and group counseling to clients receiving detox and substance use treatment.
• Complete comprehensive clinical assessments and develop individualized treatment plans.
• Facilitate therapeutic and psychoeducational groups.
• Apply evidence-based clinical approaches, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Motivational Interviewing (MI).
• Provide trauma-informed care and support clients throughout the treatment and recovery process.
• Utilize effective de-escalation and crisis intervention techniques.
• Maintain accurate, timely, and thorough clinical documentation.
• Participate in treatment team meetings and collaborate with medical and clinical staff.
• Assist with discharge planning and coordinate appropriate aftercare services.
• Support utilization review and insurance authorization activities.
• Assist with clinical programming and implementation of best practices.
• Maintain a safe, supportive, and therapeutic environment for clients.

Required Qualifications

• Master's degree in Counseling, Social Work, Psychology, Chemical Dependency, or a related field.
• Active North Carolina LCSW-A or LCMHC-A required.
• Full North Carolina LCSW or LCMHC licensure also accepted.
• Experience providing substance use treatment, behavioral health, or mental health services.

Preferred Clinical Skills & Experience

• Strong understanding and application of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Motivational Interviewing (MI).
• Experience providing trauma-informed care.
• Strong group facilitation and counseling skills.
• Excellent clinical documentation and assessment skills.
• Knowledge of substance use treatment and recovery-focused clinical practices.
• Effective de-escalation and crisis intervention abilities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to remain calm, professional, and effective in challenging situations.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary treatment team.

Ready to Make a Difference?

If you're an LCSW-A, LCMHC-A, LCSW, or LCMHC with a passion for behavioral health and substance use treatment, we'd love to hear from you!

Join the Freedom Detox team in Gastonia, NC, and help individuals take meaningful steps toward lasting recovery. Apply today!

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!