Assessment Counselor PRN

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.

📍 Location: Harford Facility

🏢 Address: 1015 Pulaski Highway, Joppa, MD 21085

💲 Pay: $48,000–$65,000 per year, based on licensure, credentials, and experience

🕒 Schedule: PRN

Assessment Counselor

Pyramid Healthcare is seeking a dedicated Assessment Counselor to join our clinical team at our Harford County Inpatient Treatment Facility in Joppa, Maryland.

The Assessment Counselor will conduct comprehensive clinical and substance use assessments for individuals seeking behavioral healthcare services. This role is responsible for evaluating presenting concerns, determining appropriate levels of care, identifying immediate safety needs, and supporting timely admission and referral decisions.

Working closely with clients, families, referral sources, medical professionals, and the interdisciplinary treatment team, the Assessment Counselor will help ensure each individual receives appropriate, coordinated, and clinically informed care.

Why Join Pyramid Healthcare?

Collaborative and supportive clinical environment

Opportunities for professional growth and advancement

Ongoing training, supervision, and continuing education

Meaningful work supporting individuals and families

Opportunity to work alongside experienced behavioral health professionals

Comprehensive benefits package for eligible employees

Mission-driven culture focused on recovery and healing

What You’ll Do

As an Assessment Counselor, you will:

Conduct comprehensive substance use and mental health assessments.

Complete biopsychosocial evaluations, including behavioral, emotional, cognitive, spiritual, medical, and social needs.

Assess presenting problems, treatment history, current functioning, risk factors, and recovery supports.

Determine appropriate level of care and make clinically appropriate treatment recommendations.

Complete suicide risk, withdrawal, psychiatric, and crisis assessments as needed.

Identify co-occurring mental health conditions and other behavioral health concerns.

Conduct telephonic and face-to-face assessments with prospective clients.

Coordinate admissions, referrals, transfers, and placements with internal and external providers.

Collaborate with medical staff, clinical teams, referral sources, families, and community agencies.

Provide crisis intervention and support to individuals experiencing acute behavioral health concerns.

Explain program services, treatment expectations, admission requirements, and client rights.

Obtain and verify clinical, demographic, insurance, and medication information.

Maintain accurate, timely, and compliant documentation in the electronic health record.

Assist with insurance verification, authorization requests, and utilization review processes.

Support continuity of care by coordinating referrals and follow-up services.

Participate in treatment team meetings, case consultations, and clinical reviews as assigned.

Maintain confidentiality and professional boundaries in accordance with ethical and regulatory standards.

Complete required trainings and maintain compliance with company, licensing, and accreditation requirements.

Participate in on-call rotations and perform other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

Candidates must possess one of the following Maryland credentials:

Maryland Alcohol and Drug Trainee (ADT)

Licensed Graduate Professional Counselor (LGPC)

Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC)

Licensed Graduate Alcohol and Drug Counselor (LGADC)

Licensed Clinical Alcohol and Drug Counselor (LCADC)

Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW)

Licensed Certified Social Worker–Clinical (LCSW-C)

Active trainee status, certification, or professional licensure recognized by the Maryland Board of Professional Counselors and Therapists or the Maryland Board of Social Work Examiners

Preferred Qualifications

Experience or specialized training in:

Substance use disorder assessments

Inpatient, residential, detoxification, or behavioral healthcare settings

Co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders

Crisis intervention and risk assessment

ASAM level-of-care criteria

Motivational Interviewing

Trauma-informed care

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy

Relapse prevention and recovery planning

Insurance authorization and utilization review

Electronic health record systems

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Successful candidates will demonstrate:

Strong clinical assessment and decision-making skills

Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication

Ability to establish rapport quickly with individuals in crisis or early recovery

Knowledge of substance use disorders and behavioral health conditions

Ability to identify safety concerns and respond appropriately

Understanding of levels of care and treatment placement recommendations

Strong organization, documentation, and time-management skills

Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team

Sound ethical judgment and commitment to confidentiality

Proficiency with electronic health records and clinical documentation

Ideal Candidate

We are seeking a clinician who:

Is passionate about recovery and behavioral healthcare

Treats clients with compassion, dignity, and respect

Can gather sensitive information in a professional and nonjudgmental manner

Demonstrates sound clinical judgment and attention to detail

Thrives in a fast-paced inpatient environment

Is comfortable responding to crisis situations

Communicates effectively with clients, families, providers, and referral sources

Is committed to connecting individuals with appropriate and timely care

Work Environment

This position operates primarily in an inpatient behavioral healthcare setting and may involve working with individuals experiencing:

Substance use disorders

Co-occurring mental health conditions

Withdrawal and early recovery symptoms

Trauma-related concerns

Emotional and psychiatric challenges

Crisis situations

Suicidal or other safety-related concerns

Employees may be exposed to communicable illnesses and emotionally sensitive situations while providing assessment and crisis-support services.

Employment Requirements

All candidates selected for employment must successfully complete:

Criminal background screening

Drug screening

License and credential verification

Any required state-mandated clearances

Employment is contingent upon meeting all applicable federal, state, regulatory, and accrediting-body requirements.

Ready to Make an Impact?

Join Pyramid Healthcare and help individuals access the right level of care at the right time. Apply today to become an Assessment Counselor at our Harford Inpatient Facility in Joppa, Maryland, and help connect individuals and families with the support they need to begin their recovery journey.

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: https://bit.ly/Pyramid-Careers.

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