Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) Therapist (3279)

ncgCARE•Durham, NC

1d•$54,372 - $73,494

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 in NC (LCSW/A or LCMHC/A)

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
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
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
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 (eligibility based on position, date of hire and years of service)
Licensure Residency Program for Full-time Clinical Staff
Advancement and Career Development Opportunities