LCSW Associate - Fee For Service

Thriveworks; Cornelius (NC); Hybrid; USD 50,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bi-weekly pay

Paid orientation

PTO and flexible scheduling

Health insurance options

401k with employer match

CEU reimbursement

Job summary

Thriveworks in Cornelius, NC is seeking provisionally licensed clinicians pursuing North Carolina licensure as a LCSW to provide a mix of telehealth and face-to-face sessions.

We offer a hybrid model with 50% in the office and 50% remote, a 30-hour workweek with 25+ client visits and 5 hours for administration and supervision. Applicants must be NC-licensed or provisionally licensed, graduate from a 60-credit hour program, and be prepared for supervision and credentialing support.

Qualifications

• Must live and be seeking licensure in the state where services are provided
• A graduate of an approved 60-credit hour program
• Approved by the board as a LCSWA
• Graduate or Post-graduate work experience in a counseling setting treating depression and anxiety is required
• Graduate or Post-graduate work experience independently conducting intakes and diagnosing (preferred) according to the current DSM-5 under a licensed supervisor.

Responsibilities

• Provide a mix of telehealth and face-to-face sessions
• Maintain 30 hours per week with 25+ client visits and 5 hours for administration and supervision
• Exercise autonomy while contributing to a collaborative clinical team

Education

60-credit hour program

Approved by the board as a LCSWA

Job description

Thriveworks is currently seeking provisionally licensed individuals pursuingNorth Carolina Licensure as a LCSW in Cornelius, NC to provide a mix of telehealth and face-to‑face sessions.

At Thriveworks, we’re not just growing a practice—we’re building a movement to transform mental health care. Founded and led by clinicians, we understand what it takes to support our team so they can focus on what they do best: delivering exceptional care.

Who We Are

Thriveworks is a trusted mental health provider with 340+ locations and a nationwide hybrid care model. We serve over 175,000 clients annually through more than 1.7 million sessions, and those numbers are growing. As a clinician-founded and clinician-led organization, we offer the tools, support, and community you need to build a fulfilling, long-term career.

What We’re Looking For

We’re hiring provisionally licensed clinicians in North Carolina who are ready to make a difference and grow with us. We’re especially interested in:

• Full-time availability (30 hours/week – 25+ client visits with 5 hours administrative time including supervisory meetings).

• Behavioral health generalists (open to seeing couples/children, with our support)

• Clinicians who value autonomy and also enjoy being part of a team

• Strong character matters — we value integrity, openness, and a commitment to quality care

• Must reside within 45 minutes of the office location. Ability to work in the office for the probationary period and then work a hybrid model (50% in office and 50% remote).

• Flexibility in your work schedule

Qualifications:

• Must live and be seeking licensure in the state where services are provided

• A graduate of an approved 60-credit hour program

• Approved by the board as a LCSWA

• Graduate or Post-graduate work experience in a counseling setting treating depression and anxiety is required

• Graduate or Post-graduate work experience independently conducting intakes and diagnosing (preferred) according to the current DSM-5 under a licensed supervisor.

Compensation:

Up to $55,500 based on licensure type/level, session volume, and bonus opportunities.

What We Provide

• Guaranteed, bi-weekly pay (no need to wait on reimbursement)

• FREE group and individual clinical supervision provided

• Paid orientation and annual pay increases

• PTO and flexible scheduling (7am–10pm, 7 days/week)

• No-show protection and caseload build within 90 days of credentialing

• Credentialing, billing, scheduling, and marketing support

• Health, dental, life, liability, and disability insurance options

• 401k with 3% employer match

• CEU reimbursement and free in-house training

• Opportunities for paid resident supervisory roles

• A vibrant clinical community—online and in person

• Monthly peer consultations and professional development

• A clear path for career growth and internal promotion

A Place to Belong and Thrive

Thriveworks is a certified Great Place to Work and a community built on inclusion, growth, and support. Whether you’re seeking mentorship, advancement, or a place where your impact matters, you’ll find it here. 93% of our team reports feeling included, and 87% say their work has purpose—and we think that says a lot.

Thriveworks is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our people are our most valuable assets. We embrace and encourage differences in age, color, disability, ethnicity, gender identity or expression, national origin, physical and mental ability, race, religion, sexual orientation, veteran status, and other characteristics that make our employees unique. We encourage and welcome diverse candidates to apply for any position you are qualified for to bring your unique perspective to our team.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire. This position is not eligible for employment visa sponsorship, either now or in the future.