Community Support Team Lead

CTSHealth•Hickory, NC

4d•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a compassionate and experienced CST Team Lead (Therapist) to provide clinical leadership, direct therapeutic services, and support individuals receiving Community Support Team (CST) services. This role is ideal for a licensed behavioral health professional who is passionate about community-based care, clinical excellence, and helping clients develop the skills needed to thrive at home, in school, and within their communities.

Requirements

Master's degree in a behavioral health discipline
One of the following North Carolina licenses or associate licenses: Licensed Psychologist, Licensed Psychological Associate, Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Licensed Clinical Social Worker Associate (LCSWA), Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor (LCMHC), Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate (LCMHCA), Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT)
Minimum of 1 year of experience working with the population served.
Strong clinical assessment, crisis intervention, and case management skills.
Ability to lead teams, coordinate services, and build collaborative relationships.
Complete all CTSHealth-required training and service-specific training requirements.
Maintain confidentiality and compliance with agency policies and procedures.
Participate in supervision, training, and performance review activities.
Successfully fulfill documentation, service delivery, and on-call expectations.

Nice To Haves

Experience providing community-based behavioral health services preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide individual therapy and direct clinical services to clients.
Lead and coordinate Community Support Team (CST) services.
Conduct assessments and reassessments to identify client needs and treatment goals.
Develop, implement, and revise Person-Centered Plans (PCPs) in collaboration with clients and treatment team members.
Provide clinical supervision, guidance, and support to CST team members.
Facilitate weekly team meetings and monitor service delivery quality and outcomes.
Deliver psychoeducation, behavioral interventions, and relapse prevention strategies.
Support crisis intervention efforts and participate in first responder crisis coverage as required.
Assist clients with housing stability, independent living skills, community integration, and access to resources.
Coordinate care with providers, community agencies, schools, families, and natural supports.
Maintain accurate, timely documentation and ensure compliance with agency policies and state requirements.
Participate in on-call responsibilities to support 24/7/365 CST service delivery.
Promote client health, safety, rights, and overall well-being.