Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) Therapist

ncgCARE•Hayesville, NC

1d•$54,372 - $73,494•Onsite

About The Position

Appalachian Community Services provides mental health, behavioral health, substance use, and developmental disability services across seven western North Carolina counties. The ACT Therapist works as part of a multidisciplinary Assertive Community Treatment team serving individuals with severe and persistent mental illness. The role involves building therapeutic relationships and helping individuals address challenges, develop coping skills, and work toward personal goals through counseling, crisis intervention, clinical assessment, and collaborative treatment planning. The therapist supports individuals in their communities, provides supportive counseling and skill-building, and helps connect clients with services and local resources. The role also includes case management, coordination with clinical and professional staff, monitoring service utilization and authorization, and ensuring timely initial and reauthorization processes. The position includes leadership responsibilities such as coaching, performance management, and hiring-related duties. This is a full-time, salaried position based in Hayesville, North Carolina, with local travel. Compensation is $54,372–$73,494 per year, with placement based on licensure level, education, and experience. The organization describes flexible scheduling, administrative and scheduling support, and clinical and operational leadership.

Requirements

Master's degree in counseling, social work, or a related field.
Valid North Carolina licensure to provide mental or behavioral healthcare; listed licenses include LCSW, LCSWA, LCMHC, LCMHCA, LMFT, or Licensed Psychologist.
At least two years of experience working with individuals with mental and/or behavioral health issues.
Experience writing person-centered plans, conducting effective group therapy, and providing mental health diagnoses.
Valid driver's license, auto insurance, and reliable transportation.

Nice To Haves

Experience with Electronic Medical Records (EMR).

Responsibilities

Facilitate relationships and serve as a link between the company, parents, guardians, local agencies, and the community.
Minimize the effects of psychiatric symptoms or substance dependence that interfere with daily living and personal development, including by providing supportive counseling.
Support clients in developing daily and community living, socialization, adaptation, behavior management, and anger management skills.
Participate in a 24/7/365 first-responder on-call system for consumers and/or their natural support network, coordinating first-response resources according to consumer needs.
Perform case management functions, including linking clients to services and arranging referrals.
Work with clinical and professional staff to maintain communication, provide feedback, standardize procedures, and expedite PCP implementation.
Ensure initial and reauthorizations for services occur in a timely manner.
Monitor service utilization to ensure services are effective, appropriate, and within the limits specified by rules, the PCP, and service authorization.
Provide individual, family, and/or group therapy sessions.
Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation.
Collaborate with care teams as needed.
Maintain compliance with clinical and regulatory standards.
Participate in supervision, if applicable based on licensure level.
Perform leadership duties, including coaching, performance management, hiring, and related responsibilities.

Benefits

Medical plan coverage through Anthem, including access to the Sydney app and 24/7 access to licensed doctors, therapists, and psychiatrists.
Health Savings Account (HSA) or Flexible Spending Account (FSA).
Two dental plan options through Delta Dental.
Vision plan through EyeMed.
Optional Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account for eligible childcare expenses.
Paid time off.
401(k) or Roth IRA retirement programs administered by Empower.
Financial planning and education services at no cost.
Voluntary supplemental benefits, including Accident, Critical Illness, and Short-Term Disability coverage.
Educational assistance, subject to position, hire date, and years of service.
Licensure Residency Program for full-time clinical staff.
Advancement and career development opportunities.