LCAS (Outpatient)

Steadfast Health; Winston-Salem (NC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare coverage

401(k) match

PTO and holidays

CEU stipend

EAP

Job summary

Steadfast Health in Winston-Salem, NC seeks an LCAS-credentialed therapist to provide individual and group therapy for patients with substance use disorders. The role involves telehealth and in-person sessions, comprehensive assessments, and treatment planning within a collaborative care model.

You will employ evidence-based modalities such as CBT, MI, and DBT, coordinate with medical staff, and ensure compliant documentation while supporting patient recovery and outreach efforts.

Qualifications

• Active LCAS license in North Carolina.
• Experience with telehealth platforms is a plus.
• Strong knowledge of SUD diagnoses, medications, and treatment modalities.
• Ability to interact effectively with diverse staff, patients, and community members.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and commitment to continuous learning.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual and group therapy for patients with substance use disorders, in-person and via telehealth.
• Conduct biopsychosocial assessments and develop individualized treatment plans.
• Utilize CBT, MI, and DBT to support patient recovery.
• Collaborate with clinic team to implement patient care plans.
• Maintain thorough compliant documentation and participate in team meetings.

Skills

LCAS NC

Telehealth

SUD knowledge

Interpersonal skills

Education

LCAS license

Tools

Telehealth platforms

Job description

At Steadfast Health we’re a on a mission to deliver hope, healing, and long-term health to those experiencing substance use disorder, through best-in-class addiction treatment and an unwavering belief that lasting recovery comes from partnering with our patients as respected equals in their care journey. We’re a passionate team striving to raise the standard of compassionate care for our patients, and we know that to do that, we must care for our people first. We’d love to meet you and tell you about what we’re building!

Steadfast has successfully launched three clinics in Cleveland and Nashville, and we’re excited to bring the same model to North Carolina.

Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:30-5:00. No nights, weekends, or on-call. One protected hour built into every day.

Location: 1493 New Walkertown Rd, Winston-Salem, NC 27101

Compensation: This is a W2 salary position with a range of $70,000-$80,000 with a 5% monthly bonus structure based on clinic based KPI

Why Steadfast

• Healthcare Coverage:medical, dental & vision insurance, plus 100% employer-paid short- and long-term disability and life insurance.
• 401(k) Match:up to 5% company match.
• Time Off: 29 days off a year to start (PTO, floating holidays, paid volunteer days), increasing on your anniversary - plus 4 Re-Fuel Days annually for mental health, rest, or CEU activities.
• Continuing Education:annual CEU stipend and ongoing paid training.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP):free, confidential access to therapy, legal, financial, and wellness resources.
• Protected Time:built into your day for recharging, clinical supervision, huddles, care planning, and admin work.
• Clinical Support:MA/LPN and Peer Recovery Specialist support, a collaborative care model with physician backup, and manageable panel sizes.
• Additional perks:SoFi student loan interest rate discount, Rightway Health Concierge, a year of free pet telehealth through Pawp, and Perkspot discount marketplace.
• Soulside AI documentation support:because your energy belongs with patients, not paperwork.

We believe lived experience with recovery is a strength, not a barrier — many of our team bring personal or family experience with addiction and recovery, and we welcome candidates in recovery to apply.

Key Responsibilities (include but are not limited to):

• Provide individual and group therapy sessions for patients with substance use disorders, both in-person and via telehealth, embodying the Steadfast patient-first ethos.
• Conduct comprehensive biopsychosocial assessments and develop individualized treatment plans, modeling a non-paternalistic and destigmatizing approach to patient care.
• Utilize evidence-based therapeutic modalities, such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), to support patient recovery.
• Collaborate with all clinic-level team members to formulate and execute patient care plans, including Advanced Practice Providers, Medical Assistants, and Peer Recovery Specialists, ensuring integrated treatment approaches.
• Support patients in crisis intervention situations and coordinate higher levels of care when necessary.
• Maintain thorough and timely documentation in compliance with state, federal, and organizational guidelines.
• Pioneer innovative ways of improving access and overall care for disadvantaged, marginalized populations.
• Champion the company’s mission by modeling compassion and fostering trust and strong relationships with patients and communities.
• Educate patients and families on SUD, co-occurring disorders, and available resources to support sustained recovery and overall health.
• Participate in regular case consultations, team meetings, and continuing education to stay current with best practices in SUD treatment.

Qualifications

• Active and in good standing LCAS in the state of North Carolina
• Experience with telehealth platforms and virtual care delivery is a plus.
• Strong knowledge of SUD diagnoses, medications, and treatment modalities.
• Ability to effectively interact with diverse staff, patients, and community members.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, a flexible, can-do mentality, and a commitment to continuous learning and professional development.
• Passionate about Steadfast Health’s mission to provide low-barrier, non-punitive, harm-reductionist SUD care.

Physical Requirements
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position.Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Ability to sit, stand, and walk for extended periods during patient sessions, meetings, and daily work activities.
• Frequent use of hands and fingers for typing, writing, and handling clinical documentation and materials.
• Ability to occasionally lift and carry materials (e.g., patient files, training supplies) weighing up to25 pounds.
• Ability to respond promptly to emergency situations, including providing assistance to patients in distress or crisis situations.
• Sufficient visual and auditory abilities to assess patient needs, read documentation, and communicate effectively with patients, families, and team members.
• Ability to navigate clinic spaces, including patient rooms, offices, and common areas.
• Work may involve exposure to high-stress situations requiring emotional resilience, professionalism, and effective de-escalation skills.

Investors & Partners

Steadfast Health is proudly funded by Google Ventures (GV) and launched out of Triple Aim Partners . Since 2019, Triple Aim Partners (TAP) has partnered with entrepreneurs across the healthcare ecosystem to build transformative organizations, all with the mission of achieving the Triple Aim (better patient experience, better population health, and lower healthcare costs for all). TAP emphasizes the importance of creating strong, front-line focused company cultures that enable high-quality patient care.