Remote CST Team Lead: Clinical Leader & Mentor

Pathways to Life; United States; Remote; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Pathways to Life is seeking a Remote Community Support Team Lead to oversee a multidisciplinary CST, providing clinical leadership, coaching, and operational excellence. You will conduct assessments, authorizations, and treatment planning while guiding the team through crises and ensuring timely documentation.

We value a licensed clinician with leadership skills who can balance compassion with accountability and drive quality outcomes for the Durham community and beyond.

Qualifications

• Diploma or related field and active licensure in NC.
• Minimum 1 year experience in mental health / CST or similar services.
• Leadership mindset with ability to supervise and develop staff.
• Strong documentation, time management, and clinical decision-making skills.
• Ability to thrive in both field and office environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise a multidisciplinary CST team (QPs & APs).
• Provide clinical oversight, coaching, and real-time support.
• Conduct assessments, authorizations, and treatment planning.
• Run dynamic treatment team meetings and ensure person-centered care.
• Respond to crises and guide your team through critical situations.
• Review and approve documentation within 48 hours (audit-ready).
• Monitor service delivery, units, and census to keep care flowing.
• Ensure compliance with NC Clinical Coverage Policy 8A.
• Partner with community stakeholders (DSS, schools, DJJDP & more).
• Drive quality, compliance, and CARF-ready documentation practices.

Skills

Leadership

Clinical oversight

Staff supervision

Documentation

Time management

Field work

Education

Diploma or related field

North Carolina licensure (LCSW/LCMHC/LMFT)

Job description

Pathways to Life is seeking a Remote Community Support Team Lead to oversee a multidisciplinary CST, providing clinical leadership, coaching, and operational excellence. You will conduct assessments, authorizations, and treatment planning while guiding the team through crises and ensuring timely documentation.

We value a licensed clinician with leadership skills who can balance compassion with accountability and drive quality outcomes for the Durham community and beyond.