Temporary Counselor

  • @Pinnacle Treatment Centers
  • $20.00 - $30.00 / Hourly Full time Temporary
  • Posted 2 months ago
  • Apply Before: September 30, 2025
  • 0 Application(s)
  • Chico, California, 590 Rio Lindo Ave, Chico, CA 95926 View on Map
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Job Detail

  • Job ID 36662
  • Career Level  Others
  • Experience  Less Than 1 Year
  • Industry  Substance use disorder treatment
  • Qualifications  Certificate

Job Description

Temporary Counselor 

Full-time Temporary M-F from 5:00 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.

***Temporarily Remote & then onsite position***

Position Overview: As a Counselor, you will play a crucial role in the recovery journey of our patients. Pinnacle’s unique approach combines compassionate care with innovative treatment methods to address the diverse needs of individuals seeking help for substance use disorders. Join us in making a positive impact on the lives of those we serve.

Teammate Appreciation Benefits: At Pinnacle Treatment Centers, we value our teammates and offer a variety of benefits to support their personal and professional growth.

1.  Variable Pay Structure: Competitive compensation based on experience, education, and licensure.

2.  Defined Career Pathing: Clear advancement opportunities through our Counselor Tier Program, designed to reward achievement in education, licensure, and credentials.

3.  Bonus Incentives: Recognizing and rewarding quality patient care with monthly performance-based bonuses.

4.  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.

5.  Continuing Education: Free access to over 600 CEU courses to enhance your skills and knowledge.

6.  Paid Time Off: 18 days of PTO, sick leave, and 8 paid holidays to maintain a healthy work-life balance.

7.  Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Initiatives: Be part of a workforce that reflects the diversity of our patient population.

8.  Free Clinical Supervision: Available based on licensure and availability to support your professional growth.

Qualifications:

Counselor I:  $20/hour to $21/hour

  • Possess an associate degree in a relevant field or a majority of approved counselor certification courses, license, or certification necessary to provide counseling services to our patient population. Kern County requires a bachelor’s degree or 75% of required counselor certification courses)
  • Possess counselor registration/certification by a “Certifying Organization: recognized by the Department of Alcohol and Drug Programs. Proof of registration is required immediately once employed with a California Alcohol and Drug Program certifying body (CCAPP, CADTP, ACCBC). Employees must be registered prior to providing any counseling services per the DHCS (Department of Health Care Services).
  • 0 -2 years of experience

Counselor II:  $21/hour to $24/hour

  • Possess an associate degree in a relevant field or a majority of approved counselor certification courses, license, or certification necessary to provide counseling services to our patient population. Kern County requires a bachelor’s degree or 75% of required counselor certification courses)
  • Possess counselor registration/certification by a “Certifying Organization: recognized by the Department of Alcohol and Drug Programs. Proof of registration is required immediately once employed with a California Alcohol and Drug Program certifying body. Employees must be registered prior to providing any counseling services per the DHCS (Department of Health Care Services).
  • 2-5 years of experience OR Master level

Counselor III:  $24/hour to $27/hour (Certified) & $27/hour – $30/hour (Licensed)

  • Degrees must include being licensed, licensed eligible, or certified. Clinical skills must be effective in complex cases. Along with the below:
  • 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. If license-eligible, must maintain the Board’s requirements to be able to practice including receiving the necessary amount of clinical supervision by a Board approved supervisor.
  • Proof of licensure or certification by a State approved regulatory agency is required immediately once employed. Employees must be credentialed prior to providing any counseling services per the DHCS (Department of Health Care Services).

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