Intensive In-Home Therapist/Team Lead - Wilmington $4,000 SignOn

BOYS AND GIRLS HOMES OF NC INC• NC, US, NC

22d•$60,000 - $70,000

About The Position

The Intensive In-Home Therapist/Team Lead provides diagnostic and psychosocial evaluations, counseling, therapy, and related services to youth and families experiencing mental health, substance abuse, family, parenting, and other challenges. The position assesses client and family needs, develops and updates person-centered and crisis plans, delivers individualized treatment, and coordinates services with the Intensive In-Home team. The role includes direct service, case management, crisis response, and coordination of treatment for youth and family members.

Requirements

Master’s degree from an accredited program in a human services or related field.
Two years of progressive substance abuse and/or mental health counseling experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
North Carolina licensure as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker Associate, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Psychologist, Licensed Psychologist Associate, or Licensed Professional Counselor.
Background investigation required.
Must provide Human Resources with a written negative drug screening test before hiring.
Must be able to perform the essential duties of the job, with reasonable accommodations available where applicable.

Responsibilities

Provide independent diagnostic and psychosocial evaluations and therapy focused on mental health, family, parenting, adolescent, substance abuse, and addiction concerns and their effects on daily living and relationships.
Assess clients and families through comprehensive clinical interviews; document diagnoses and recommendations; develop person-centered plans; and monitor and update person-centered and crisis plans.
Provide in-depth therapy, including crisis intervention and treatment for complex co-occurring mental health and personality disorders.
Provide individual, group, and family counseling and activities adapted for people with physical disabilities or co-occurring disorders and disabilities.
Provide intensive in-home behavioral supports, crisis management, intensive care management, therapy, parenting skills training, self-help skills development, diagnosis education, substance abuse intervention, skills training, and other rehabilitative supports.
Deliver counseling and education using appropriate approaches and conduct clinical interviews to assess diagnoses, social history, and mental status.
Use best-practice and promising-practice methods, tailoring counseling to client needs.
Arrange, link, and integrate services; assess and reassess service needs; inform clients about benefits and services; and monitor service provision.
Work with emergency referrals, conduct community educational workshops, and provide professional services to referrals from the judicial system and statewide institutions.
Provide first-responder services, develop and update crisis plans, and respond to crises by telephone or face-to-face when needed.
Coordinate the initial Intensive In-Home assessment and develop the youth’s Person Centered Plan.
Provide interventions with the Intensive In-Home team as an organizational unit offering 24-hour coverage, seven days per week.
Coordinate and provide treatment for youth and other family members served by the Intensive In-Home team.