Assessment Counselor - Per Diem
Required skills
- clinical discipline
- clinical practicum
- clinical experience
- mental health
- substance use
- eating disorders
- HIPAA
- licensing standards
- CARF regulations
- interpersonal communication
Nice to have
- precertifications
- managed care
Role summary
High Focus Centers is seeking a PRN Assessment Counselor for weekend hours in Havertown, PA. This role involves conducting level-of-care assessments, gathering client history, completing documentation, and collaborating with the clinical team for appropriate placement and intake. The ideal candidate will have a Master's degree in a clinical discipline, prior mental health treatment experience, and strong clinical knowledge, judgment, and communication skills. Familiarity with HIPAA, licensing standards, and CARF regulations is required. This position offers flexible weekend work and the opportunity to make a significant impact on client care.
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.
Assessment Counselor (PRN – Weekend Hours)
Location: High Focus Centers – Havertown, PA
Schedule: PRN, as needed, for Saturday and Sunday hours, based on program needs.
About Us
High Focus Centers has a longstanding history of providing high-quality outpatient treatment throughout Pennsylvania through our subsidiary programs: Rehab After Work, The Light Program, and Seeds of Hope. Our individualized, comprehensive treatment plans make us a vital resource for adults and adolescents experiencing mental health, substance use, and/or eating disorders.
We are currently seeking a PRN Assessment Counselor to join our Havertown team. This role is ideal for a clinically skilled professional seeking flexible weekend hours while making a meaningful impact.
Summary
The Assessment Counselor plays a critical role in the admissions process by completing level-of-care assessments, engaging clients, and collaborating with the clinical team to ensure appropriate placement and a smooth intake experience.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Introduce and explain the Level of Care Assessment (LOCA) process to clients.
Collect demographic and psychosocial history relevant to the assessment process.
Explain and obtain signatures for Releases of Information (ROI) and other admission documentation.
Coordinate with a Licensed Counselor for completion of the clinical portion of the assessment.
Gather required information and complete precertifications for managed care clients, as applicable.
Determine appropriate level of care and placement based on assessment findings.
Collaborate with therapists, admissions, and marketing teams to support scheduling and care coordination.
Participate in case consultations and interdisciplinary team meetings.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications
Education, Licensure & Experience
Master’s degree from an accredited institution in a recognized clinical discipline, including completion of a clinical practicum.
Prior clinical experience in mental health treatment required.
Skills & Abilities
Strong clinical knowledge of mental health, substance use, and/or eating disorder treatment.
Working knowledge of HIPAA, licensing standards, and CARF regulations.
Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
Strong clinical judgment, problem-solving skills, and professionalism.
Ability to remain calm and effective in fast-paced or crisis situations.
Team-oriented mindset with a collaborative approach.
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:
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.
Similar roles
- Assessment Counselor - Part TimePyramid Healthcare · Paoli, PA · Onsite
- Associate Bereavement CounselorBy The Bay Health · Remote · Remote
- KSchool Counselor LCSW/LMHC/Psych - ManhattanKnowledge Road · Manhattan, NY · Onsite
- Account Executive - University Development Counselor - Online Division (Education) - Grand Canyon UniversityGrand Canyon Education, Inc. · Glendale, CA · Onsite
- Financial CounselorSpring Fertility · Denver, CO · Onsite
- Outpatient Therapist/CounselorNorthpoint Recovery · Littleton, CO · Onsite
