Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) Therapist (3271)

ncgCARE•Lumberton, NC

2d•$54,372 - $73,494•Onsite

About The Position

Since 2003, we've been assisting children, families and adults across North Carolina with their behavioral health needs. Carolina Outreach is a group of highly trained behavioral health professionals dedicated to promoting the emotional and physical well-being of our community in a safe and respectful environment. We provide a comprehensive and integrative array of behavioral health services and supports for people of all ages with varying levels of need utilizing an equitable and inclusive approach. We focus on helping our clients tap into and develop their inherent strengths with the goal of supporting the highest quality of life possible for all we serve. We are seeking a full-time Mental Health Therapist to provide community-based, in-home individual and family interventions to Mental Health and Substance Use Disorder clients receiving ACT team services. The person in this position will work with clients, families, and natural supports to provide service coordination, crisis assessment and intervention with ACT consumers.

Requirements

Master's Degree in counseling, social work or related field.
Associate or full mental health license (i.e LCSW/A or LCMHC/A) in NC.

Responsibilities

Provide community-based, in-home individual and family interventions to Mental Health and Substance Use Disorder clients receiving ACT team services.
Work with clients, families, and natural supports to provide service coordination.
Work with clients, families, and natural supports to provide crisis assessment and intervention with ACT consumers.
Provide symptom assessment and management.
Provide individual counseling and psychotherapy.
Provide substance abuse treatment.
Provide work-related services.
Provide activities of daily living services.
Provide social, interpersonal relationship, and leisure-time activity services.
Provide support services or direct assistance to ensure that individuals obtain the basic necessities of daily life.
Provide education, support, and consultation.
Provide mental health assessments and recommend/implement treatment options based on these assessments.
Provide clinical guidance to the team about clients’ mental health issues.
Develop and implement (or assist in the development and implementation of) clients’ person-centered plans.
Provide clinical guidance and/or oversight in the development of crisis plans and transition plans when clients move in and out of services.
Provide individual, family, or group therapy to clients, families, and natural supports, based on their needs, diagnoses, and best evidence-based practices.
Implement therapeutic interventions, crisis interventions, behavioral interventions, psycho-educational activities, and other best evidence-based practice therapies.
Work with clients, families, natural supports, and collateral agencies in reviewing, applying, and achieving goals outlined in the person-centered plan.
Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation.
Collaborate with care teams as needed.
Maintain compliance with all clinical and regulatory standards.
Participate in supervision (if applicable based on licensure level).

Benefits

Consistent referral volume and established patient base
Administrative and scheduling support
Flexible scheduling options
Supportive clinical and operational leadership
Opportunities to build your preferred clinical focus areas
Streamlined onboarding and credentialing support
Competitive benefits package to support you and your loved ones, provide work/life balance, and invest in your future.
Consumer-driven health plan coverage provided by Anthem Wellness
Complete care support on your time through Sydney app (Anthem), with exclusive access to 24/7 access to licensed doctors, therapists, and psychiatrists (when enrolled in a medical plan).
Health Savings Account (HSA)
Flex Spending Account (FSA)
Two dental plan options available through Delta Dental.
Affordable vision plan available through EyeMed.
Optional Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account to reimburse yourself on a pre-tax basis for childcare.
Generous paid time off
401k or Roth IRA Retirement Programs administered by Empower
Financial planning and education services at no cost to you
Voluntary supplemental benefits (Accident, Critical Illness, Short-Term Disability)
Educational Assistance (your position, date of hire and years of service determine your eligibility)
Licensure Residency Program for Full-time Clinical Staff
Advancement and Career Development Opportunities