Therapist II

Novant Health; Wilmington (NC); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Novant Health seeks a Therapist to provide comprehensive patient assessments, develop and implement treatment plans, and coordinate care across the treatment team. This role emphasizes age- and culturally appropriate services and aligns with our mission and values.

Shift: 6:30p-7a (3 12-hour shifts per week). Education: Master’s degree; licensure as LCMHC, LCSW or psychologist per role; 2 years of MH/SUD experience required.

Qualifications

• Graduate degree required; Master’s in Psychology, Social Work, Counseling or related field.
• Minimum 2 years’ experience serving individuals with mental health and/or substance use disorders.
• Licensure: LCMHC, LCSW, or licensed psychologist; for Substance Use Therapist, LCSAS/LCAS per role; state curricula compliance within 3 months.
• Notary preferred; Involuntary Commitment Examiner preferred for inpatient roles; NEC0170 de-escalation/training within 3 months where required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive patient assessments and plan therapeutic interventions.
• Coordinate treatment processes, discharge planning and follow-up care.
• Uphold Novant Health values and ensure care sensitive to age and cultural diversity.

Skills

Computer literacy

Age-specific care

Education

Master’s degree in Psychology/Social Work/Counseling

Job description

What We Offer

The Therapist provides complete patient assessments, plans for therapeutic interventions and appropriate follow up care, implementing treatment plans, coordination of the treatment process and discharge planning. Also demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide services appropriate to the age and cultural diversity of the patients served. In addition, the therapist will uphold and demonstrate the Novant Mission, Vision and Values: Compassion, Diversity, Personal Excellence, and Team Work.

Shift: 6:30p-7a (3 12-hour shifts per week)

What We’re Looking For

• Education: Graduate Degree, required. Master's Degree in Psychology, Social Work, Counseling or related field.
• Experience: 2 years Serving individuals with mental health and/or substance use disorders, required.
• Licensure/Certification: Licensed Clinical Mental Health Clinician, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, or Clinic Psychologist (not required for substance use therapist roles in Intensive Outpatient (IOP) and Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP) and BH hospital based departments, required.
  • For the Substance Use Therapist role, Licensed Clinical Addiction Specialist or Licensed Clinical Addiction Specialist Associate. This specific license is limited to our hospital based departments that treat patients with substance use disorders, required.
  • NC state approved curricula for restrictive interventions within 3 months of hire. Team members in strictly remote positions are exempt. Team members working strictly in behavioral health outpatient clinics are exempt from state approved curricula but are required to take NEC0170 De-escalation Techniques and Effective Communication Strategies within 3 months of hire, required.
  • Involuntary Commitment Examiner (preferred for Inpatient; required for BH Access within one year of hire), required.
  • Notary Public, preferred.
• Additional Skills (required): Good working knowledge of computers. Ability to care for Behavioral Health and Substance Abuse Age Specific populations.

Why Choose Novant Health?

At Novant Health, we believe remarkable care starts with compassion for our patients, our communities, and each other. We value belonging, courage, personal growth, and teamwork, creating a space where everyone is respected, supported, and safe to show up as their full selves.

Job Opening ID

177490