Assessment Counselor

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
Pyramid Healthcare – Newport News Detox & Residential Treatment Center
Location: Newport News, VA
Compensation: $62,000 – $76,000 annually (based on credentials)

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About Us

Pyramid Healthcare’s Newport News Detox and Residential Treatment Center provides comprehensive, evidence-based care for adults recovering from substance use disorders and co-occurring mental health conditions. Our medically supervised detox and structured residential programs support clients at every stage of recovery through individualized treatment, life skills development, and holistic interventions.

We proudly serve the Virginia Peninsula, including the Tidewater and Hampton Roads regions, and accept all forms of Virginia Medicaid to ensure accessible, high-quality care for our community.

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Position Summary

The Assessment Counselor plays a critical role in the admissions process, serving as a key clinical team member responsible for welcoming and assessing incoming clients. This position ensures a smooth, supportive, and clinically appropriate intake experience by conducting assessments, coordinating documentation, and collaborating with internal teams to facilitate timely admissions.

This role requires strong clinical judgment, excellent communication skills, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, client-centered environment.

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Key Responsibilities

• Conduct clinical screenings and level-of-care assessments in accordance with ASAM and/or LOCUS criteria

• Facilitate appropriate admissions to detox and residential levels of care

• Complete assessments, intake documentation, crisis plans, and authorizations in a timely and compliant manner

• Manage admission pre-certifications with funding sources, ensuring accuracy and clinical justification

• Collaborate with clinical, nursing, and administrative teams to ensure a seamless intake experience

• Provide referrals to community resources and external agencies, as appropriate

• Provide occasional coverage for other evaluation clinicians within the region

• Maintain a limited caseload, including group therapy responsibilities as assigned

• Deliver assessment services to referral sources such as juvenile justice centers, jails, and other behavioral health or forensic settings, as needed

• Participate in required trainings and maintain all necessary credentials

• Perform other duties as assigned

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Qualifications

Required:

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

• Active licensure or credentialing (e.g., Resident in Counseling, LPC, LCSW)

Preferred:

• Experience with substance use and co-occurring disorders

• Familiarity with ASAM and/or LOCUS criteria

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What You Bring

• Strong clinical assessment and decision-making skills

• Compassion, professionalism, and the ability to support individuals in crisis

• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail

• Ability to collaborate effectively with interdisciplinary teams

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Join Our Team

If you are a dedicated, mission-driven clinician looking to make a meaningful impact, we encourage you to apply. Join Pyramid Healthcare in Newport News and be part of a team committed to delivering compassionate, high-quality care.

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.