Therapist (LCSW or LCMHC); Hybrid Schedule Available

Kinston Community Health•Kinston, NC

13h•$75,000 - $80,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Kinston Health is seeking a compassionate, licensed Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) or Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor (LCMHC) to join our growing Behavioral Health team. This hybrid position provides both in-person and telehealth counseling within our integrated primary care setting, serving individuals recovering from substance use disorders through our Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT) program while also providing outpatient behavioral health services to children, adolescents, and families. As part of our multidisciplinary care team, you'll work alongside primary care providers, case managers, care coordinators, and community health professionals to address the whole person—not just their diagnosis. Every day offers the opportunity to build meaningful therapeutic relationships, reduce barriers to care, and improve the health of our community. As a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC), Kinston Health is committed to expanding access to quality behavioral healthcare throughout eastern North Carolina. We are proud to be a National Health Service Corps (NHSC) approved site, making eligible providers potentially eligible for federal student loan repayment assistance. Whether you're helping a parent navigate a child's behavioral challenges, supporting someone in recovery from addiction, or providing counseling that changes the trajectory of a patient's life, you'll have the opportunity to create meaningful change every day. If you're passionate about whole-person care, believe in meeting patients where they are, and want to practice in an organization that values both clinical excellence and compassion, we'd love to meet you. Join Kinston Health and help transform behavioral healthcare in eastern North Carolina. The Behavioral Health Therapist serves as an integral member of Kinston Health’s integrated Behavioral Health team, providing evidence-based counseling services for patients participating in the MAT program and pediatric behavioral health services. Responsibilities include clinical assessment, diagnosis, treatment planning, and delivery of individual and group therapy services. The Therapist collaborates closely with medical providers, care managers, and interdisciplinary staff to ensure coordinated, patient-centered care addressing both behavioral health and substance use needs. This position emphasizes recovery-oriented care, integrated service delivery, and culturally responsive treatment approaches aligned with Kinston Health’s mission. The Therapist practices within a collaborative, team-based MAT model and is not expected to operate as an independent private practice provider. Caseload expectations are structured within a team-based care model that prioritizes quality outcomes, collaboration, and sustainable clinician workload.

Requirements

Master’s degree in Social Work, Counseling, Clinical Mental Health Counseling, or a closely related behavioral health field from an accredited college or university required.
Degree must meet educational requirements necessary for licensure in the State of North Carolina as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) or Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor (LCMHC).
Candidates must hold one of the following active North Carolina licenses: Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) or Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor (LCMHC)
Substance Use Credential Requirement: Licensed Clinical Addictions Specialist (LCAS) preferred, OR Must be willing and eligible to obtain LCAS credential within established employment timeframe.
CPR/BLS Certification
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to work collaboratively with internal departments.
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and EHR systems.
Strong organizational and program management skills.
Must successfully pass required background checks in accordance with organizational policy.
Must comply with all organizational credentialing and screening requirements.

Nice To Haves

Experience working in substance use disorder or MAT programs, preferred.
Experience providing therapy services to children or adolescents, preferred.
Integrated behavioral health or primary care experience, preferred.
Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) experience, preferred.
Licensed Clinical Addictions Specialist (LCAS) preferred

Responsibilities

Provide individual and group counseling within the MAT program
Deliver outpatient behavioral health services to pediatric and adolescent patients
Conduct biopsychosocial assessments and establish clinical diagnoses
Develop and implement person-centered treatment plans
Monitor patient progress toward recovery and behavioral health goals
Provide psychoeducation supporting mental health stabilization and substance use recovery
Utilize developmentally appropriate therapeutic interventions for children and adolescents
Collaborate with medical, dental, and behavioral health providers
Participate in interdisciplinary case consultations
Support primary care teams with behavioral health screening and intervention
Promote whole-person and recovery-focused care models
Maintain an active clinical caseload
Coordinate referrals and community resource connections
Support continuity of care across treatment settings
Engage patients and families in care planning and recovery goals
Complete timely and accurate clinical documentation within the electronic health record
Maintain compliance with HIPAA, OSHA, HRSA, and regulatory standards
Adhere to ethical and professional practice guidelines
Support billing and program documentation requirements
Other duties as assigned.