Outpatient Therapist

Bring Your Passion.

Are you a compassionate and dedicated mental health professional looking to make a meaningful impact? Appalachian Community Services (ACS), an ncgCARE partner, is seeking Licensed or License-Eligible Outpatient Therapists to join our team. With Outpatient Centers in Murphy, Hayesville, Bryson City, Robbinsville, Franklin, and Waynesville, we provide comprehensive behavioral health services across the seven western counties of North Carolina. Outpatient services play a vital role in our mission to deliver coordinated, individualized care to our communities.

Build Your Purpose.

As an Outpatient Therapist, you will:

• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to assess client needs, make referrals, and coordinate care.
• Provide clinical psychotherapy to individuals, groups, and families.
• Work with diverse age groups and acuity levels, with opportunities to lead clinical teams and provide supervision, if desired.

Compensation: Enjoy greater earning potential -- Therapist are paid per service rendered, with each clinical service assigned a specific Relative Value Unit (RVU) rate. This allows for flexible earning potential based on your productivity and the types of services provided!

Our Piece Rate Range is from $43 to $49 per RVU - depending on licensure and experience. 

Qualifications:

Eligible candidates must possess, or be eligible for, one of the following licenses in North Carolina: LCSWA, LCSW, LMHCA, LMHC, LMFTA, LMFT, etc., and be in good standing.

Grow with Us.

At ACS, we prioritize your professional growth and development by:

• Offering clinical supervision for all Associate Licensed Therapists.
• Supporting continued education and licensure pursuits for all team members.

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
• Voluntary supplemental benefits (Accident, Critical Illness, Short-Term Disability)
• Educational Assistance (your position, date of hire and years of service determine your eligibility)
• Licensure Residency Program for Full-time Clinical Staff
• Advancement and Career Development Opportunities

Join a team dedicated to providing responsive, effective, and compassionate care to our communities. Together, we can make a difference—starting with you.

Apply Now and take the next step in your behavioral health career with Appalachian Community Services!

Equal Opportunity Employer: ncgCARE and its affiliated partners are committed to equal opportunity for all, without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or other protected characteristics. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified individuals as needed. If you are interested in applying for an employment opportunity and feel you need a reasonable accommodation pursuant to the ADA, please 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 offers excellent compensation packages including a salary commensurate with experience and benefits to meet your needs for today and the future.

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