In PersonRequires local travel and occasional travel to different locations.
Medical, Clinical & VeterinaryMental & Behavioral Health
About the job
Requirements
A master's degree in a human services field is required.
At least 1 year of experience in a human service field and at least 1 year working with the same or a similar client population are required.
Active or provisional North Carolina licensure in one of these disciplines is required: Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor (Associate), Licensed Clinical Social Worker (Associate), or Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (Associate).
Knowledge and the ability to practically implement mental health regulations and clinical services are required.
Effective communication, decision-making, analytical, interpersonal, leadership, and professional skills and abilities are required.
Basic computer and math skills are required.
A valid North Carolina driver's license and ability to travel locally are required.
Passing pre-employment drug screening, criminal, HCPR, and driving checks is required.
The employee must be able to perform the stated physical demands, including sitting, using hands and fingers, handling objects, talking, hearing, reaching, standing, walking, climbing or balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling; occasionally lifting or moving up to 30 pounds; and the listed vision abilities.
The employee must be able to operate a vehicle for job duties, maintain a valid North Carolina driver's license with insurance, and occasionally travel to different work locations.
The employee must be able to perform essential functions that include public speaking, reading, typing, writing, using the telephone, driving, and therapeutically restraining children and adolescents in crisis situations.
Responsibilities
Oversee delivery of intensive, family-centered services that stabilize home environments and prevent out-of-home placements.
Provide clinical guidance and support to the team to ensure high-quality, evidence-based care.
Participate in or oversee assessments, treatment planning, and service delivery tailored to each family's needs.
Help families develop skills to manage behavioral and emotional challenges.
Support youth through individual and family therapy, skills-building, and crisis intervention.
Connect families with community resources, including schools, healthcare providers, and social services.
Lead, coach, and mentor IIH team members through regular supervision and team meetings.
Support staff development, performance management, and ongoing training.
Partner in recruiting and onboarding new team members.
Oversee program operations, including service utilization, outcomes, and continuous quality improvement.
Ensure services meet regulatory requirements and documentation standards.
Collaborate with leadership to meet program goals, manage budgets, and expand impact.
Provide guidance during crisis situations and ensure timely, effective interventions.
Participate in an on-call rotation to support staff and families when urgent needs arise.
Help ensure continuity of care through aftercare planning and support.
Description
Sign-On Bonus Available
We are pleased to offer a $2,500 sign-on bonus to qualified candidates who join our team. This incentive reflects our commitment to attracting top talent and supporting a successful transition into your new role. Apply today to take advantage of this opportunity.
Lead with purpose. Transform lives. Strengthen families.
At Children’s Hope Alliance, we believe every child deserves the opportunity to grow up in a safe, stable, and supportive home. As an IIH Team Lead, you’ll guide a dedicated clinical team in delivering high-impact, home-based services that help families stay together and thrive.
This is an opportunity for a strong clinical leader who is passionate about mentorship, crisis intervention, and making a measurable difference in the lives of youth and families.
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What You’ll Do
Lead Clinical Excellence
Oversee the delivery of intensive, family-centered services designed to stabilize home environments and prevent out-of-home placements
Provide clinical guidance and support to your team, ensuring high-quality, evidence-based care
Participate in or oversee assessments, treatment planning, and service delivery to meet each family’s unique needs
Drive Meaningful Outcomes for Families
Help families develop skills to manage behavioral and emotional challenges
Support youth through individual and family therapy, skills-building, and crisis intervention
Connect families to vital community resources such as schools, healthcare providers, and social services
Supervise & Develop Your Team
Lead, coach, and mentor IIH team members through regular supervision and team meetings
Support staff development, performance management, and ongoing training
Partner in recruiting and onboarding new team members to build a strong, mission-aligned team
Manage Program Performance
Oversee program operations, including service utilization, outcomes, and continuous quality improvement
Ensure services meet regulatory requirements and documentation standards
Collaborate with leadership to meet program goals, manage budgets, and expand impact
Be a Responsive Leader
Provide guidance during crisis situations and ensure timely, effective interventions
Participate in an on-call rotation to support staff and families when urgent needs arise
Help ensure continuity of care through strong aftercare planning and support
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What Makes You a Great Fit
You’re a confident clinical leader who enjoys mentoring and developing others
You’re passionate about keeping families together and improving outcomes for youth
You excel in fast-paced, high-impact environments where adaptability is key
You balance strong clinical judgment with organizational and leadership skills
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What You’ll Need
Master’s degree in a human services field
Active or provisional North Carolina licensure (LCMHC(A), LCSW(A), or LMFT(A))
At least 1 year of experience working with children and families in a similar setting
Strong knowledge of mental health practices, regulations, and service delivery models
Valid NC driver’s license and ability to travel locally
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Why Join Children’s Hope Alliance?
Lead a mission-driven program focused on family preservation
Be part of a collaborative, purpose-driven leadership team
Grow professionally through supervision, licensure support, and continuing education
Make a meaningful impact in your community every single day
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Children’s Hope Alliance is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Requirements
Education and Experience Requirements
Minimum of Master’s Degree and 1 year experience in a human service field and North Carolina licensure or provisional licensure in one of the following disciplines: LCMHC(A), LCSW(A), LMFT(A); Plus a minimum of 1 year experience working with same or similar client population required.
Requires knowledge and the ability to practically implement mental health regulations and clinical services.
Requires effective communication, decision making, analytical, interpersonal, leadership and professionalism skills and abilities.
Must have basic computer and math skills.
Must have a valid North Carolina’s Driver’s License.
Must submit to and pass pre-employment drug screening, criminal, HCPR and driving checks.
Physical Requirements
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, use hands and fingers, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls, talk, and hear. The employee is frequently required to reach with hands or arms, stand, walk, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 30 pounds.
Specifics vision abilities required by this position include close, distance, color, and peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
Physical functions which are considered essential to the satisfactory performance of the job include the following: reading, typing, writing, speaking, and using the telephone and prolonged sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
Employee must be able to operate a vehicle for job duties, and keep a valid NC drivers license with insurance.
The work environment will contain slight to moderate office-related noises. The employee is not exposed to extreme weather conditions, toxic fumes, or airborne particles.
The employee must occasionally travel to different locations in the course of work.
Physical functions which are considered essential to the satisfactory performance of the job include the following: public speaking, reading, typing, writing, using the telephone, driving, therapeutically restraining children and adolescents in crisis situations.