Lead Counselor – Adolescent Co-Occurring PHP

High Focus Centers – Paoli, PA

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About Us

High Focus Centers is a leading provider of outpatient mental health and substance use treatment throughout southeastern Pennsylvania. Through our specialized programs, including Rehab After Work, The Light Program, and Seeds of Hope, we provide individualized care and support to adolescents and adults navigating mental health concerns, substance use disorders, and co-occurring conditions.

Our compassionate and experienced teams are committed to helping individuals and families build healthier, more fulfilling lives. Join us and make a meaningful difference in the lives of adolescents and their families.

Position Overview

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Lead Counselor to support our Adolescent Co-Occurring Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP) in Paoli. This role provides clinical and programmatic support while helping oversee the daily therapeutic programming and ensure clients receive consistent, high-quality care.

The Lead Counselor will facilitate therapeutic groups, provide individual support, assist with treatment planning, and collaborate with the multidisciplinary team to promote positive outcomes for adolescents navigating mental health and substance use challenges.

Schedule: Full-time, Monday–Friday (in-person)

Compensation: Up to $60,000 annually, commensurate with experience and education.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day clinical and programmatic support for the Adolescent Co-Occurring PHP.

• Facilitate therapeutic groups focused on emotional regulation, coping skills, healthy relationships, substance use education, and recovery.

• Provide individual support and guidance to adolescents throughout their treatment experience.

• Assist with the development, implementation, and monitoring of individualized treatment plans.

• Support and coordinate daily program activities to ensure consistency and quality of care.

• Collaborate with therapists, clinical leadership, and other team members regarding client progress and treatment needs.

• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation in accordance with program standards.

• Communicate with families and other providers as appropriate to support continuity of care.

• Assist with discharge planning and transitions to lower levels of care.

• Help support program development, staff collaboration, and adherence to clinical and regulatory standards.

• Perform additional clinical and administrative responsibilities as needed.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Counseling, Social Work, Psychology, or a related Human Services field.

• Previous experience working with adolescents in a behavioral health or mental health setting preferred.

• Experience facilitating therapeutic groups and working with co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders strongly preferred.

• Previous experience in a PHP, IOP, residential, or other structured treatment setting is a plus.

• Prior leadership, supervisory, or mentoring experience preferred.

• Strong communication, organizational, documentation, and interpersonal skills.

• Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary treatment team.

Why Join High Focus Centers?

• Be part of a mission-driven organization dedicated to improving lives.

• Work alongside a supportive and collaborative clinical team.

• Make a meaningful impact in the lives of adolescents and their families.

• Gain opportunities for professional development and career growth.

• Contribute to a structured treatment program focused on helping adolescents achieve lasting progress.

Apply today and help us make a difference in the lives of adolescents working toward improved mental health and recovery.