Assertive community treatment (act) co-occurring disorder therapist

Job Details:

Job Location: Charlotte NC - Charlotte, NC

Position Type: Full Time

Education Level: Master's Degree

Salary Range: $52083.46 - $71289.00 Salary/year

Travel Percentage: Local Travel

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 Co-Occurring Disorder Therapist to join our team. This role is essential to our mission, providing therapy, crisis support, and service coordination for mental health clients in a variety of settings. As a Co-Occurring Disorder Therapist with Carolina Outreach, you will provide community-based, in-home therapy to individuals with mental health and substance use needs as part of our Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) team. Services include individual and family therapy, crisis intervention, substance use treatment, and support with daily living, employment, and community functioning. This role involves collaboration with clients, families, and support systems to promote symptom stability, recovery, and independence, while also supporting the ACT team through clinical consultation and care coordination.

Responsibilities

• Conduct substance use assessments and implement treatment plans using evidence-based practices.
• Provide individual, family, and group therapy, including crisis and behavioral interventions.
• Collaborate with clients, families, and support systems to achieve goals outlined in the person-centered plan.
• Offer clinical guidance on substance use, crisis planning, and transition planning within a multidisciplinary ACT team.
• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation and be available to support the team and clients as needed, including after hours.

Compensation

This role is compensated on a salaried basis, providing consistent earnings aligned with the responsibilities and expectations of the position. Compensation: $52,083.46 to $71,289. Placement within the range is based on licensure level, education, and experience.

What You Can Expect

• Flexible scheduling options
• Supportive clinical and operational leadership
• Opportunities to build your preferred clinical focus areas
• Streamlined onboarding and credentialing support

Qualifications:

Education: Master's degree in human service field

Licensure: CCS, CCAS or LCAS (or provisionally licensed and receiving the appropriate supervision), required.

Other Requirements: Valid driver's license and current automobile insurance, required.

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.

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.