Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) Therapist (4242)

ncgCARE; Gastonia (NC); On-site; USD 54,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Anthem health plan

Sydney app access (wellness)

HSA/FSA

Delta Dental

EyeMed vision

Dependent Care FSA

Paid time off

401k or Roth IRA

Educational assistance

Licensure residency program

Career development

Job summary

ncgCARE seeks a full-time Mental Health Therapist to provide community-based, in-home individual and family interventions to ACT clients in Gastonia, NC. The role requires a Master's degree and NC licensure (LCSW/A or LCMHC/A).

The therapist will deliver individual, family, and group therapy, coordinate care with teams, document promptly, and ensure compliance with clinical standards while supporting clients’ daily living needs.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in counseling, social work or related field.
• Licensed in NC as LCSW/A or LCMHC/A.

Responsibilities

• 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)

Skills

Therapy skills

Crisis assessment

Individual counseling

Family therapy

Education

Master's Degree in counseling or social work

Job description

Job Details

• Level: Experienced
• Job Location: Gastonia, NC 28054
• Position Type: Full Time
• Education Level: Master's Degree
• Salary Range: $54,373.00 - $73,494.00 Salary/year
• Travel Percentage: Local Travel
• Job Shift: Day Shift
• Job Category: Health Care

About Us

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.

About the Role

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. Qualifications: This position requires a associate or full mental health license (i.e LCSW/A or LCMHC/A).

The person in this position will work with clients, families, and natural supports to provide the following:

• service coordination
• crisis assessment and intervention
• symptom assessment and management
• individual counseling and psychotherapy
• substance abuse treatment
• work-related services
• activities of daily living services
• social, interpersonal relationship, and leisure-time activity services
• support services or direct assistance to ensure that individuals obtain the basic necessities of daily life
• 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 and 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.

Compensation

This role is compensated on a salaried basis, providing consistent earnings aligned with the responsibilities and expectations of the position.

Compensation: $54,372 - $73,494

Placement within the range is based on licensure level, education, and experience.

What You Can Expect

• 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

Responsibilities

• Provide individual, family, and/or group therapy sessions
• 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)

Qualifications

At Minimum must have a Master’s Degree in counseling, social work or related field.

Must be licensed in NC as a LCSW/A or LCMHC/A

Benefits

• Consumer-driven health plan coverage provided by Anthem
• Wellness: When you enroll in a medical plan, you get complete care support on your time through Sydney app (Anthem), with exclusive access to 24/7 access to licensed doctors, therapists, and psychiatrists.
• Health Savings Account (HSA) or Flex Spending Account (FSA)
• Two dental plan options available through Delta Dental, so you can choose the level of coverage that fits your needs and budget.
• Affordable vision plan available through EyeMed to keep your eyes healthy and your vision sharp.
• An optional Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account to reimburse yourself on a pre‑tax basis for childcare.
• 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 (your position, date of hire and years of service determine your eligibility)
• Licensure Residency Program for Full‑time Clinical Staff
• Advancement and Career Development Opportunities

Legal Notice

We are an equal opportunity employer.

Employment is at‑will and contingent upon successful completion of background checks and credential verification.

We participate in E‑Verify to confirm employment eligibility in the United States.

Reasonable accommodations are available upon request in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).

Must be authorized to work in the United States.

Compensation varies based on licensure, experience, and caseload.

ncgCARE and all partner affiliates maintain a drug‑free workplace.