*This position is eligible for a $1,500 sign on bonus!!!*

LCAS Substance Use Disorder (SUD) Team Lead

Bring Your Passion for Recovery.

Carolina Outreach is seeking a compassionate, experienced LCAS Substance Use Disorder (SUD) Team Lead to join our team. This leadership role is ideal for a clinician who is passionate about helping individuals overcome substance use challenges while mentoring a team of professionals dedicated to recovery and community wellness.

As the SUD Team Lead, you will provide individual and group substance use counseling while guiding program operations, supporting clinical staff, and ensuring high-quality, person-centered care for individuals working toward recovery.

If you are a motivated behavioral health professional who wants to make a real impact in your community while growing your leadership career, we encourage you to apply.

Build Your Purpose

Carolina Outreach, an ncgCARE partner, is a leading provider of community-based behavioral health services across North Carolina. Our mission is to improve the lives of individuals and families through evidence-based care, compassion, and community partnership.

We provide a wide range of services including:

• Outpatient therapy

• School-based therapy

• Psychiatric services

• Community-based mental health programs

• Substance use disorder treatment and recovery services

Our teams work every day to support children, adolescents, adults, and families on their journey toward healing and long-term wellness.

Compensation

$57,806 – $65,607 annually

Final compensation is based on education, licensure, experience, and other qualifications.

$1,500 Sign-On Bonus Available*

Position Overview

The Substance Use Disorder (SUD) Team Lead provides both clinical leadership and direct counseling services within the SUD program. This role works closely with the Site Manager to ensure effective program operations, high-quality treatment services, and strong clinical support for staff.

The Team Lead plays a key role in program development, staff supervision, and ensuring individuals receive timely and appropriate care for substance use and co-occurring mental health needs.

Key Responsibilities

Clinical Leadership

• Provide clinical leadership and guidance to SUD program staff

• Provide primary or secondary clinical and/or administrative supervision to team members

• Facilitate weekly team meetings and provide ongoing staff support

• Ensure staff receive appropriate clinical direction and coaching

• Support program growth and development based on community needs

Program Oversight

• Coordinate with the Site Manager to ensure adequate staffing coverage for program services

• Monitor client participation and program utilization

• Assist in developing new services and treatment offerings

• Ensure timely follow-up on program referrals and client intakes

• Ensure assessments are completed within required timelines

Direct Clinical Services

• Provide individual and group substance use counseling

• Facilitate therapeutic groups focused on recovery and relapse prevention

• Conduct clinical assessments and develop treatment plans

• Support individuals with co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders

• Collaborate with clients, families, and community supports to promote recovery

Quality and Compliance

• Ensure documentation meets agency and payer requirements

• Monitor service authorizations and ensure services remain authorized

• Ensure treatment plans are clinically appropriate and regularly reviewed

• Respond to client or stakeholder concerns as needed

• Advocate for clients within the community and service systems

Why Join Carolina Outreach?

• Meaningful work helping individuals achieve recovery

• Opportunities for clinical leadership and career growth

• Supportive and collaborative team environment

• Mission-driven organization focused on improving lives across North Carolina

Ready to Make a Difference?

If you are passionate about helping individuals overcome substance use challenges and want to lead a team dedicated to recovery and hope, we encourage you to apply today.

Join Carolina Outreach and help transform lives in your community.

*Sign-on bonus subject to eligibility requirements.

Minimum Education, Training, and Experience

• At a minimum, a Master’s Degree in the Human Services field, completion of 300 supervised hours of practicum, and under current supervision by a Certified Clinical Supervisor (CSS) or Clinical Supervisor Intern (CSI). Must hold a registration issued by the governing board regulating a human service profession, specifically a LCAS designation for this position.
• Full licensed required LCMHC or LCSW

Grow with Us.

Come be part of an inclusive culture that values excellence, innovation, and discovery. As an organization, we have exciting opportunities to be forward-thinking leaders in our field. We want talented individuals to join us, examine our current operations, and create innovative solutions that will revolutionize and enhance the way we approach our work.

Beyond the engaging work, you'll also benefit from ncgCARE's 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 child care.
• Generous paid time off
• 401k or Roth IRA Retirement Programs administered by Empower
• Financial planning and education services at no cost to you
• Educational Assistance (your position, date of hire and years of service determine your eligibility)

ncgCARE offers excellent compensation packages including a salary commensurate with experience and benefits to meet your needs for today and the future. 

Equal opportunity employer: ncgCARE and each of its affiliated partners are equal opportunity employers. We consider all qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or other protected characteristic. 

We believe it’s important to create an inclusive workplace for everyone, so please reach out if you need an accommodation in the application or interview process as our goal is to create an environment where you are able to fully participate. You can contact us at hrteam@ncgcare.com. 

ncgCARE participates in the E-Verify program. Therefore, any employment with ncgCARE will also be contingent upon confirmation from the Social Security Administration (“SSA”) and/or the Department of Homeland Security (“DHS”) of your authorization to work in the United States. 

ncgCARE and all partner affiliates maintain a drug-free workplace. 

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Salary : $58,952 - $66,908