Behavioral Health Specialist - PRN (Daytime)

Job Description

Job Description

At McLeod Centers for Wellbeing, our mission is to build a foundation of healing and hope based on equity, education, and evidence-based practice for all communities. A nonprofit founded in 1969 in Charlotte, North Carolina, we have since grown to be one of the largest providers of comprehensive substance use disorder treatment in western North Carolina. From initial assessment to customized aftercare, McLeod Centers provides compassionate, steadfast support for our patients’ journey to recovery. We are looking for passionate people to join our team!

McLeod Centers for Wellbeing is currently searching for a daytime PRN Behavioral Health Specialist to work with the Residential program at our headquarters in Charlotte, NC.

How will you help us achieve our mission?:

• Monitor clients during groups.
• Provide support to Adolescent SAIOP counselors.
• Assist in planning groups and facilitating.
• Monitor clients during breaks between groups and activities.
• Assist in Coordination of Care.
• Assist clients in adhering to daily schedule.
• Prepare transportation vouchers and drug screening forms.
• Coordinate transportation needs for patients and families
• Assist with discharge planning as needed.

What are the qualifications needed for this role?

• Minimum High School Diploma or GED required. Higher degree preferred.
• 1 year of experience specifically working with individuals facing substance use challenges.

What we offer you as an employee

• Balanced Lifestyle: Enjoy a 37.5-hour work week to support a better work/life balance.
• Comprehensive Healthcare Coverage: Access medical, dental, and vision insurance, along with Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA) options
• Employer Paid Benefits: Benefit from 100% employer-paid benefits including short and long-term disability, group-term life insurance, and an Employee Assistance Program
• Financial Security: Secure your future with a 401(k) plan, with company matches up to 3% after 90 days of employment.
• Generous Leave Policies: Enjoy paid time off, sick leave accrual, and additional benefits such as bereavement, jury duty, and parent-child educational leave.
• Holiday Benefits: Celebrate 9 paid observed holidays and receive 1 floating holiday to use at your convenience. You will also receive a paid day off during your birthday month as our way of recognizing and celebrating you as a valued member of our team.
• Student Loan Forgiveness: As an employee of a non-profit organization, you qualify for Public Student Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) to assist with your student loans.
• Continuous Growth Opportunities: Invest in your professional development with ongoing support and free continuing education opportunities across multiple disciplines. We also offer top-tier individual and group clinical supervision for professionals seeking CADC and LCAS licensures.
• SUD Professional Licensure: McLeod Centers pays for initial CADC certification or LCAS licensure, including the application fee, background check fee, board registration fee, initial exam fee, and all supervision requirements.

Research indicates that women and underrepresented groups tend to apply for jobs only when they believe they meet 100% of the qualifications. At McLeod Centers, we encourage you to challenge this statistic and apply. It's rare for anyone to meet every qualification. We look forward to hearing from you!