Licensed Counselor – Substance Use & Behavioral Health

Licensed Counselor – Full-Time

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

Make a Meaningful Impact in Recovery

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.

What You'll Do

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

What We're Looking For

Required:

• 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

Preferred Licensure:

• LCSWA or LCSW

• LCASA or LCAS

Preferred Experience:

• 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

Why Join Freedom Detox?

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

You'll enjoy:

• 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

Ready to Make a Difference?

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.