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Counselor Assistant

Pyramid Healthcare·Farmington, Connecticut

$20 - $23/hr·Full Time·On Site·0-2 yrs·Posted 1 month ago
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About the role

Assist in the development and implementation of resident treatment plans through direct client contact and therapy sessions. Manage client files, participate in treatment team meetings, and facilitate recovery and life skills groups.

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.

  • High Focus Centers in Farmington is a premier provider of outpatient treatment programs for mental health, substance use and co-occurring disorders. Our highly trained staff create individualized, comprehensive and robust treatment plans designed to meet each client’s treatment goals. At High Focus Centers in Farmington we are currently seeking a Counselor Assistant to join our amazing team of behavioral healthcare professionals. If after reading the job posting you feel you are qualified and interested in this role, we invite you to apply for this amazing opportunity!
  • Address: 17 Talcott Notch Rd, Farmington, CT 06032
  • Schedule: Full time 40 hours/week Monday-Friday with 2 evening schedules/week •

Hourly Rate

$20/hour - $23/hour

Essential

Duties and Responsibilities

  • Assist in the development and supports in the implementation of resident treatment planning goals through contact with clients, family, colleagues and other staff.
  • Evaluates behavioral and emotional needs of clients and family members.
  • Assist individual, family and process group therapy sessions under the direction of the treatment supervisor including preparing materials for sessions.
  • Participates in recovery topics, life skills groups, and psychoeducational groups.
  • Manages client files by having all appropriate documents.
  • Communicating with referral sources and company representatives.
  • Attends treatment team meetings with psychiatrist and staff.
  • Participates in community meetings with clients.
  • Maintains client caseload daily.
  • Receives phone calls from support staff as necessary regarding client behavioral and emotional needs.
  • Clerical duties as required for maintenance of client files.
  • Listens to clients concerning all areas of treatment.
  • Must exercise discretion and maintain confidentiality with regard to all company information.
  • Completion of all required trainings as designated by the company and accreditation/licensing entities.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Education/Experience

  • REQUIRED: Bachelor's Degree in a Human Services or related field
  • Preferred: previous crisis management and counseling experience

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

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

Requirements

A Bachelor's Degree in Human Services or a related field is required. Previous experience in counseling and crisis management is preferred.

  • bachelor degree
  • Case Management
  • Confidentiality
  • Counseling
  • Treatment Planning
  • Group Therapy
  • Behavioral Health
  • Crisis Management
  • Psychoeducation
  • Client Evaluation
  • Clerical Administration

Benefits

  • Dental Insurance
  • Life Insurance
  • Paid Time Off
  • Vision Insurance
  • Medical Insurance
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Flexible Spending Accounts
  • 401(k) With Company Match
  • Employee Recognition Programs
  • Referral Bonus Opportunities

Posting details

Employment type
Full Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
0-2 yrs
Salary
$20 - $23/hr
Location
Farmington, Connecticut
Posted
Jun 26, 2026
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Hiring organization

Pyramid Healthcare

Welcome to Pyramid Healthcare. A premier provider of high quality, behavioral health care founded in 1999 and headquartered in central Pennsylvania, we operate over 80 facilities across the Commonwealth, New Jersey, Maryland, Ohio, Virginia and West Virginia and offer a full...

Salary listed on 157 jobs
IndustryHospitals and Health Care
TypePrivately Held
Size1,001-5,000 employees
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