About Us
Since 2003, we've been assisting children, families and adults across North Carolina with their behavioral health needs. Carolina Outreach is a group of highly trained behavioral health professionals dedicated to promoting the emotional and physical well-being of our community in a safe and respectful environment.
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We provide a comprehensive and integrative array of behavioral health services and supports for people of all ages with varying levels of need utilizing an equitable and inclusive approach.
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We focus on helping our clients tap into and develop their inherent strengths with the goal of supporting the highest quality of life possible for all we serve.
About the Role
As a Transition to Community Peer Support Specialist Team Lead, you will provide support and supervision to the Peer Support staff and provide therapy to their consumers. The purpose of the Peer Support Specialist Transition to Community Living service is to enhance the consumer’s ability to function and achieve their goals while residing in an independent living/community setting. The ratio of supervisor to CPSS is 1 supervisor to 8 Peers. The Peers will have a maximum caseload of 15 clients. The individuals being served are diagnosed with a Mental Health and/or Substance Use disorder. In addition, the individuals will be living in Permanent Supportive Housing and participating in the Transition to Community Living program. The intent of the service is to increase an individual’s ability to live successfully in the community by maintaining tenancy.
Provide individual, family, and group therapy using evidence-based practices aligned with client needs and diagnoses.
Supervise and support Certified Peer Support Specialists, including administrative oversight and quality assurance of services.
Collaborate on recovery-oriented, person-centered planning and ensure timely assessments and documentation.
Facilitate therapeutic and skill-building groups, and ensure access to community resources as needed.
Maintain clinical documentation, including treatment plans, progress notes, and required reporting.
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.
Placement within the range is based on licensure level, education, and experience.
What You Can Expect
Responsibilities
Education: Master's degree in Psychology, Social Work, or a related human services field is required.
Certification: Licensed as a LCSW/A, LCMHC/A in NC.
Experience: Minimum two (2) years of proven direct care and/or management experience in the health and human service field. Knowledge in Business Administration and/or Quality Assurance, preferred.
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.
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.