Intake Clinician

Carolina-Outreach; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 54,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health plan

Wellness app access

HSA/FSA

Delta Dental

EyeMed Vision

Dependent Care FSA

Paid time off

401k / Roth IRA

Financial planning

Voluntary benefits

Educational assistance

Licensure Residency Program

Career development

Job summary

Carolina Outreach in Charlotte, NC is seeking an Intake Clinician to perform comprehensive clinical assessments and connect clients with appropriate services. The role emphasizes collaboration with families and community supports to plan and implement treatment needs.

This position requires a Master’s degree in Counseling, Social Work, or a related human services field and an active North Carolina mental health license or eligible associate license.

Qualifications

• Education: Master’s degree in Counseling, Social Work, or other human services field.
• Licensure: Must hold a current mental health license in North Carolina or associate license (e.g., LCSW/A, LCMHC/A).

Responsibilities

• Conduct initial intake assessments with families and/or community agencies requesting services.
• Recommend the types of treatment modalities and refer to the appropriate programs.
• Develop/evaluate the service plan to ensure that services are being delivered and are appropriate to the needs of the child and family.
• Assist in client enrollment and authorization for services.
• Engages and maintains community partnerships with stakeholders to ensure satisfaction and update status of referrals.
• Conduct client intake assessments.
• Connect clients to appropriate services.
• Develop and monitor service plans.
• Work with families and community partners.

Education

Master's degree in Counseling, Social Work, or other human services field

Job description

Job Details

• Level: Entry
• Job Location: Charlotte, NC 28262
• Position Type: Full Time
• Education Level: Master's Degree
• Salary Range: $54,373.00 - $73,494.00
• Salary/year
• Travel Percentage: None

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 actively seeking a compassionate and skilled Intake Clinician to join our team. This role is essential to our mission, completing comprehensive clinical assessments and linking clients with appropriate services. As an Intake Clinician with Carolina Outreach, you will lead assessments, and collaborate closely clients, families and/or their natural supports to assess strengths/needs, assist families with planning, developing, implementing, and assessing treatment and ancillary needs.

Essential Duties:

• Conduct initial intake assessments with families and/or community agencies requesting services
• Recommend the types of treatment modalities and refer to the appropriate programs
• Develop/evaluate the service plan to ensure that services are being delivered and are appropriate to the needs of the child and family.
• Assist in client enrollment and authorization for services.
• Engages and maintains community partnerships with stakeholders to ensure satisfaction and update status of referrals.

What Can You Expect

• Conduct client intake assessments.
• Connect clients to appropriate services.
• Develop and monitor service plans.
• Work with families and community partners.

Responsibilities

• Complete intake assessments for clients and families.
• Identify client needs and recommend appropriate services.
• Develop and review treatment and service plans.
• Coordinate with families, providers, and community partners.

Qualificiations

• Education: Master's degree in Counseling, Social Work, or other human services field
• Licensure: Must hold a current mental health license in North Carolina or associate license (e.g., LCSW/A, LCMHC/A).

Why Join Us

We are focused on creating a model where clinicians are supported, not overloaded. You’ll have the flexibility to shape your schedule, the support to maintain a steady caseload, and the opportunity to grow within a stable, mission-driven organization.

Beyond the engaging work, you'll also benefit from our competitive benefits package to support you and your loved ones, provide work/life balance, and invest in your future. The list below is for informational purposes only.

• 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.