Mental Health Therapist (ACTT) - Blue Ridge Health

Overview:

Blue Ridge Health is currently seeking a Mental Health Therapist to be part of our Assertive Community Treatment Team (ACTT) in Sylva, NC.

A newly hired Therapist/Behavioral Health Service Provider can receive a sign on bonus of up to $5,000.00, depending on the service agreement chosen. Service contracts are for 1, 2, or 3 years.

What We Offer You::

• A competitive benefits plan, including Medical, Dental and Vision
• Company sponsored life insurance and short and long-term disability coverage
• 403(b) retirement account with company matching
• Supplemental accident insurance available
• 9 paid holidays per year
• PTO and Personal Day accrual, starting day 1 - (We value a work-life balance!)

• Clinical supervision provided for associate level clinicians (as applicable for LCSWA, LCMHCA, LCASA)

• Continuing education reimbursement ($500 per year)

• In-house trainings provided, CE hours towards licensure requirements

• Eligibility for student loan repayment for federal and/or state programs

• Flexible Work Schedules Considered
• Needs Accommodations Programs
• Mental Health Resources
• Telework Opportunities Considered
• Tuition Reimbursement Program

What You'll Do::

Within the Assertive Community Treatment Team (ACTT) program, the master’s-level Qualified Professional is a member of the ACTT multidisciplinary team who has training in one of the mental health professions (i.e. social work, rehabilitation counseling, psychology, or substance abuse) and possesses the clinical skills and expertise to assess, plan, develop, coordinate, and provide treatment, rehabilitation and support services to clients with severe and persistent mental illnesses under the supervision of the team leader and the psychiatrist.   This individual functions as a clinical member of the multidisciplinary team and provides treatment, rehabilitation and support services.  

 

What We're Looking For::

• Valid North Carolina clinical license (Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Professional Counselor, or Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist)
• Knowledge of diverse modalities of counseling and diagnostic principles
• Knowledge and experience developing peer support specialists preferred
• Demonstrated belief in a recovery focused, trauma informed, strengths-based approach to treatment
• Case management and supportive services experience a plus
• A Valid driver’s license with no restrictions

About Blue Ridge Health::

At Blue Ridge Health our mission is to improve Health, inspire Hope, and advance Healing through access to Compassionate, Affordable, and Quality Care. We are seeking individuals with a passion for creating an exceptional patient and client care experience to join our team! We are a nonprofit system of Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHCs) that works closely with communities to meet the ever-changing medical and behavioral healthcare needs of individuals throughout WNC.

 

Blue Ridge Health Services promotes a supportive and inclusive culture, sensitive to the diversity of the individuals we serve and our workforce. Challenging unconscious bias, inviting a culture of individual expression, and ongoing sensitivity to organizational practices are fundamental of staff expectations. This focus contributes to the importance of Blue Ridge Health’s investment to advance as a culturally competent organization.

 

We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

 

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.