Make a Difference Where It Matters Most
Join a team that's been providing compassionate, patient-centered care to rural North Carolina communities for 50 years. At CommWell Health, you won't just care for patients, you'll empower families, change lives, and be part of a mission-driven team that believes everyone deserves quality healthcare, close to home.
What You'll Do
- Provide behavioral health services to students referred for support within the school setting.
- Conduct behavioral health screenings, clinical assessments, mental health diagnoses, crisis assessments, and individualized treatment planning.
- Provide evidence-based psychotherapy and behavioral interventions designed to address students' emotional, behavioral, developmental, and academic needs.
- Respond to students experiencing behavioral health crises, including conducting suicide risk and threat assessments and coordinating appropriate follow-up care.
- Collaborate with teachers, administrators, school counselors, families, and other members of the student support team to develop and implement individualized interventions.
- Consult with and support school staff regarding behavior management, classroom strategies, prevention and intervention techniques, and school-wide behavioral supports.
- Assist with the development, implementation, and monitoring of Functional Behavior Assessments (FBAs), Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs), and other individualized student support plans.
- Connect students and families with appropriate behavioral health, psychiatric, community, and enhanced services when additional support is needed.
- Maintain timely and accurate clinical documentation, student records, treatment plans, progress notes, and other required documentation while protecting student confidentiality.
- Build positive relationships within assigned schools by participating in meetings, providing education and behavioral health resources to school staff, supporting agreed-upon school activities, and collaborating with community partners to promote student success.
What We're Looking For
Required:
- Graduation from an accredited/approved college or university with a master's degree in counseling, school counseling, social work, or other human services related field.
- Active NC license in the related discipline (LCMHC, LCMHC-A, LCSW, LCSW-A)
- CPR/AED/First Aid Certificate from American Red Cross or American Heart Association OR BLS Certificate AND Basic First Aid Certificate from American Red Cross or American Heart Association
- NCI+ Preventive Certified
Preferred:
- 1+ years of clinical mental health experience
- Experience working in a public school setting
- Experience working with at-risk, adjudicated, or youth with behavioral and mental health needs
- Demonstrated experience supporting children with behavioral and emotional challenges.
- Strong communication and collaboration skills, including experience with presentations, trainings, meetings, and multidisciplinary teams.
Why Join CommWell Health?
- Impact: Be part of a team that delivers life-changing care to underserved populations.
- Balance: Enjoy a supportive, flexible environment that values your well-being.
- Growth: Access continuous learning, advancement pathways, and leadership development.
- Recognition: Your voice matters. At CommWell Health, every team member "colleague" is seen, heard, and valued.
We Take Care of Our Team
- Free CEUs - Access to Continuing Education platforms that provide hours for LCMHC, LCSW, and LCAS; at no charge to the employee
- Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance - Affordable plans with options that meet your family's needs
- 401(k) with Matching - Invest in your future with confidence
- Generous PTO - Enjoy time off with paid holidays, emergency leave, and vacation accruals
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - Support for your mental, emotional, and financial wellness
- Career Growth - On-the-job training, certification support, and advancement opportunities
A Team That Cares for You
At CommWell, our teams are more than colleagues, we are a tight-knit, mission-driven family. You'll work alongside experienced clinicians, receive support from leaders, and participate in team huddles, recognition programs, and a collaborative care model rooted in our core value, "The Value of Valuing" by recognizing each person's worth, perspective, and contributions.
Equal Opportunity Employer
CommWell Health is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Ready to Join Us?
If you're compassionate and ready to be part of something bigger, we'd love to meet you.
Apply today and help us shape the future of community health, one patient, one family, one community at a time.