Carolinas CARE Partnership Mental Health Provider (CoC Program) Charlotte, NC · Full time Company website

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Carolinas CARE Partnership is a nonprofit organization committed to providing safe, stable housing and comprehensive supportive services for individuals impacted by HIV/AIDS, homelessness, and other systemic barriers in the Carolinas. We manage housing programs and services that support our residents in achieving long-term stability, health, and independence.

Key Responsibilities

Direct Clinical Services:

• Maintain an active caseload of approximately 20 clients.
• Provide community-based, trauma-informed individual therapy to clients experiencing homelessness.
• Utilize evidence-based practices such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing, and harm-reduction approaches.

Integrated Care Coordination:

• Work closely with housing staff to integrate mental health services into housing stability plans.
• Participate in regular case conferences with Housing Case Managers, Peer Support Specialists, and Addiction Specialists to coordinate care.

Client Assessment & Treatment Planning:

• Conduct comprehensive behavioral health assessments to identify client needs and barriers to housing stability.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans with measurable goals.
• Monitor client progress and update treatment plans as needed.

Community-Based Engagement:

• Deliver services in community settings, including client homes, shelters, and other approved locations.
• Support clients in building skills necessary for long-term housing stability, particularly within transitional housing programs.

Documentation & Compliance:

• Maintain accurate, timely, and compliant clinical documentation in the agency’s case management system.
• Ensure all services align with CoC grant requirements and agency policies.

Linkage to Services:

• Connect clients to additional supports, including psychiatric care, substance use treatment, and community resources.

Program Support:

• Support program operations and administrative needs as required.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support the housing and behavioral health programs.

Qualifications

• Education: Master’s degree in Social Work, Counseling, or a related behavioral health field.
• Licensure: Current or provisional licensure in North Carolina (e.g., LCSW-A, LCSW, LCMHC-A, LCMHC, LCAS, or equivalent).
• Experience: Minimum of 2 years of experience providing mental health services, preferably with individuals experiencing homelessness, trauma, or co-occurring disorders.
• Other Requirements: Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation for community-based work.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong clinical assessment and therapeutic skills
• Knowledge of trauma-informed care and housing-first principles
• Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong organizational and documentation skills
• Cultural competency and ability to work with diverse populations
• Empathetic, non-judgmental, and client-centered approach