Licensed Counselor – Substance Use & Behavioral Health

📍 Gastonia, NC – Freedom Detox | Pyramid Healthcare 💰 $57,000–$60,000/year | Based on Licensure & Experience 🕒 Full-Time 🎁 Comprehensive Benefits Package

Freedom Detox is seeking a compassionate and dedicated Licensed Counselor to join our clinical team in Gastonia, NC . This is an opportunity to provide meaningful support to individuals navigating substance use and mental health challenges while helping them take the first steps toward long-term recovery.

If you are a behavioral health professional who enjoys working collaboratively, providing high-quality clinical care, and making a difference in the lives of others, we want to hear from you.

As a Licensed Counselor, you will provide clinical services to clients throughout the detox and recovery process, including:

Complete assessments of clients' behavioral, emotional, cognitive, spiritual, and social needs

Develop and monitor individualized treatment goals in collaboration with the treatment team

Provide individual counseling, family sessions, and therapeutic groups

Assist with discharge planning and coordinate appropriate aftercare services

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

Support utilization review activities and insurance authorization requests

Provide crisis intervention and help maintain a safe, supportive, and therapeutic environment

Participate in treatment team meetings and collaborate with medical and clinical staff

Assist with program curriculum development, staff training, and implementation of clinical best practices

Participate in an on-call rotation as assigned

Complete required training and other duties as needed

Master's degree in Counseling, Social Work, Psychology, Chemical Dependency, or a related field

Active North Carolina clinical or associate-level license, or eligibility to obtain/maintain one

LCSWA or LCSW

LCASA or LCAS

Experience in substance use treatment, detox, behavioral health, or mental health

Experience providing trauma-informed care

Strong clinical documentation and communication skills

Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary treatment team

Ability to remain calm, professional, and effective in crisis situations

Familiarity with applicable state regulations, accreditation standards, and clinical compliance requirements

At Freedom Detox, you'll be part of a team committed to helping individuals begin their recovery journey in a safe, supportive environment.

Competitive salary based on licensure and experience

Comprehensive benefits package

Opportunities for professional growth and advancement

Collaborative clinical environment

Meaningful work that directly impacts clients and families

Supportive leadership and a mission-driven team

If you're a counselor looking for a rewarding opportunity where your clinical expertise can make a real difference, apply today to join Freedom Detox in Gastonia, NC.

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.

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!

To learn more about Pyramid Healthcare, and how you can achieve personal and professional growth, visit us at: https://bit.ly/Pyramid-Careers .