Intensive In-Home (IIH) Professional Team Lead (3392)

About Us

Appalachian Community Services provides Mental Health, Behavioral Health, Substance Use, and Developmental Disability services to individuals, families, and communities within the seven western counties of North Carolina. We provide a wide range of walk-in, psychiatric, substance abuse, and crisis services to adults and children.

About the Role

This is not your average clinical role. As a Team Lead, you’ll provide direct therapy and hands-on leadership, working closely with youth, families, and community supports to create strong, personalized paths to healing. You'll help guide a dedicated team of clinicians to deliver care that is solution-focused, strength-based, and family-driven.

If you're ready to lead with heart, empower with purpose, and help children and families build better futures, we want to hear from you.

• Conduct and oversee client assessments to determine clinical needs, service scope, and anticipated outcomes.
• Assign team members based on their clinical expertise to ensure the highest quality care for each client.
• Provide individual and family therapy to clients assigned to the Enhanced Services team.
• Ensure service delivery aligns with medical necessity criteria and client Person-Centered Plans (PCPs).
• Monitor and evaluate interventions, services, and client progress to support positive treatment outcomes.
• Provide clinical supervision and guidance to all team members, ensuring adherence to best practices and individual supervision plans.
• Ensure compliance with service documentation standards, including reviewing and approving service notes and PCPs.
• Lead regular team meetings to discuss client progress, interventions, and team challenges.
• Facilitate crisis response and linkage to additional services as needed to ensure comprehensive client care.
• Travel within the service area and maintain a flexible schedule to meet the needs of clients and the team.

This description outlines the general scope and level of work for this role. It is not intended to include every duty or responsibility that may be required of employees in this position.

Compensation

This role is compensated on a salaried basis, providing consistent earnings aligned with the responsibilities and expectations of the position.

• Compensation: $57,807 - $77,904

Placement within the range is based on licensure level, education, and experience.

What You Can Expect

• Consistent referral volume and established patient base
• Administrative and scheduling support
• Flexible scheduling options
• Supportive clinical and operational leadership
• Opportunities to build your preferred clinical focus areas
• Streamlined onboarding and credentialing support
  

Responsibilities

• Provide individual, family, and/or group therapy sessions
• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation
• Collaborate with care teams as needed
• Maintain compliance with all clinical and regulatory standards
• Participate in supervision (if applicable based on licensure level)
  

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Social Work, Mental Health Counseling, Marriage & Family Counseling or a closely related field.
• Full licensure or Associate licensed as LCSW, LCSWA, LCMHC, LCMHCA, LMAFT, LMFT or equivalent (required).
• Reliable personal vehicle for community and in-home visits
• Deep understanding of child, adolescent, and family mental health
• A collaborative, strengths-based approach to client care

 

 

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. The list below is for informational purposes only.

• Consumer-driven health plan coverage provided by Anthem
• Wellness: When you enroll in a medical plan, you get complete care support on your time through Sydney app (Anthem), with exclusive access to 24/7 access to licensed doctors, therapists, and psychiatrists.
• Health Savings Account (HSA) or Flex Spending Account (FSA)
• Two dental plan options available through Delta Dental, so you can choose the level of coverage that fits your needs and budget.
• Affordable vision plan available through EyeMed to keep your eyes healthy and your vision sharp.
• An optional Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account to reimburse yourself on a pre-tax basis for childcare.
• Generous paid time off
• 401k or Roth IRA Retirement Programs administered by Empower
• Financial planning and education services at no cost to you
• Voluntary supplemental benefits (Accident, Critical Illness, Short-Term Disability)
• Educational Assistance (your position, date of hire and years of service determine your eligibility)
• Licensure Residency Program for Full-time Clinical Staff
• Advancement and Career Development Opportunities

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.