Licensed Clinical Addiction Specialist

Overview

We are hiring for: Licensed Clinical Addiction Specialist

Type: Credentialed

If you are a positive and personable individual looking for a satisfying and fun opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of people with intellectual, developmental disabilities, and people facing mental health and substance use challenges, join our team at RHA Health Services.

The Licensed Clinical Addiction Specialist is a licensed professional clinician with direct experience in treating a range of behavioral health issues. The role requires assessing and treating co-occurring disorders including mental illness, personality disorders, and challenges in primary or secondary support systems. This position includes active engagement and coordination of care with internal resources (psychiatry and community support) as well as external bodies (the legal system, families, and social support agencies).

Sign on Bonus: $3,000 for full-time employees.

Spacious, updated work environment with natural light and a supportive team in Burnsville.

We’re looking for Licensed or Associate level licensed therapists. Clinical supervision toward full licensure and LCAS supervision is provided.

Bonus: $3,000 sign on

• Providing therapeutic services including assessments, crisis intervention, individual and group therapy to populations including but not limited to adults with substance use issues.
• Serving individuals with a wide variety of mental health and substance use diagnoses.
• Facilitating relationships and serving as a link between the company, local agencies, and the community.
• Supporting individuals with connections to services and referrals for holistic treatment.
• Working closely with other clinical/professional staff to maintain communication, standardize procedures, and expedite PCP implementation.

• The position may call for back-up to the program director and/or other therapists as needed.
• The position requires the individual to be an active and positive member of the clinical team.
• Based on setting, special skills and/or work with specific populations will be required.
• Relies on knowledge, experience, and judgment to provide quality services with very little supervision and direction.
• Must hold a license issued by the governing board regulating a human service profession.
• Some services may require additional experience, licensure, or education.

• Valid licensure to provide mental/behavioral health care and substance use counseling in North Carolina
• Licenses include LCAS or LCAS-A, LCMHC, LCMHCA, LCSW, LCSW-A; dual licensure preferred but not required
• General knowledge of and interest in substance use treatment; if not licensed in substance use, willingness to obtain licensure
• Experience with or ability to learn Electronic Medical Records (EMR)
• Ability to use Microsoft 365, Excel, Word and other basic programs
• Valid driver’s license, auto insurance, and reliable transportation
• Ability to pass a drug screen and background check
• Ability to lift 20 to 50 pounds and meet physical requirements of CPR

RHA Behavioral Health Services LLC, Burnsville, NC

• Positive work culture
• Ability to help others and make a difference
• Be a valued member of a dedicated team helping people supported by RHA identify goals, participate in the community, and live more independently
• On-the-job training to grow clinically
• Free supervision for associate level licenses
• Growth opportunities

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• Complete criminal background check
• Name check in registries (OIG exclusions, Child Abuse Registry, and Offenders Against Individuals with Developmental Disabilities)
• Drug testing
• Education verification and other credentialing as required
• Proof of employment history or references (if required)
• Driving-related requirements if applicable (proof of driver’s license, insurance, and vehicle)

• Payactiv: early access to earned wages
• Employee perks and discount program
• Paid Time Off (full-time)
• Health/Insurance (full-time)
• 401(k) retirement savings program
• Wellbeing programs (physical, emotional, financial)
• Chronic disease management programs for hypertension and diabetes…