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Mental Health Therapist / Crisis Center

RHA Health Services, LLC·Lenoir, North Carolina

$28 - $28/hr·Full Time·On Site·Remote friendly·
2-5 yrs
·Posted 1 month ago
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About the role

Provide direct patient care, crisis assessments, and treatments for individuals with psychiatric and substance use disorders in a Behavioral Health Urgent Care setting. Ensure patient safety and maintain a therapeutic environment while working within an interdisciplinary team.

We are hiring for

Mental Health Therapist / Crisis Center

Type

Regular

If you are a positive and personable individual looking for a satisfying and fun opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of people with intellectual, developmental disabilities, and people facing mental health, and substance use challenges, join our team at RHA Health Services!

Behavioral Health Urgent Care Setting- Behavioral Health Therapist Needed for Nights

If you are a positive and personable individual looking for a satisfying and challenging opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of people facing mental health and substance use challenges, join our team at RHA Health Services!

This position is a member of an interdisciplinary team that provides crisis assessment and referrals for individuals with behavioral health diagnosis or substance use disorders.

Behavioral Health Urgent Care

Offering crisis stabilization and emergency care for people experiencing a mental health or substance use/addiction crisis and services for individuals who desire immediate access to assessment, treatment and support for behavioral health needs.

Schedule

3 - 12 hour shifts; Nights 8pm-8am

Pay Rate: Starting at $28/hour; shift diff for overnights

  • Licensed Clinical Professional
  • No on call expectation!
  • No productivity requirement!
  • Supportive and positive work environment
  • Shift Diff for nights and weekends

RHA Behavioral Health Services is in need of dedicated and compassionate Mental Health Therapist to join our interdisciplinary healthcare team, to provide services at our Behavioral Health Urgent Care center. In this dynamic role you will provide assessments, care and treatments for clients while adhering to RHA's standards of care.

Additionally, you will work with a team providing a high level of patient care. If you’re looking for an opportunity to truly make a difference in the lives of the people that you serve then consider RHA Behavioral Health Services where we put people first!

Job Responsibilities

As a Mental Health Therapist you will be responsible for providing direct patient care to individuals with psychiatric disorders and substance use disorders in the crisis center; ensuring the safety and well being of each patient; and supporting the maintenance of the therapeutic environment.

Additional responsibilities of the Mental Health Therapist include

  • Triage
  • Complete crisis assessment
  • Provide clinical recommendations and case management
  • Demonstrate de-escalation skills and solution focused approach
  • IVC First evaluations

Education, Licensure, and Experience required for the position include

  • Preferred experience: LCSW, LCMHC, LMFT, LCAS, or relevant associate level license
  • Valid driver’s license and automotive insurance required
  • Crisis experience required

Pre-employment screening

Complete criminal background

Name checked in the registries. (OIG exclusions database, Child Abuse Registry, and Offenders Against Individuals with Developmental Disabilities)

Drug testing

Education verification and other credentialing based on position requirements.

Proof of employment history or references (if required)

Positions that require driving Proof of driver's license, driver's insurance, and vehicle, IF required for providing transportation for individuals.

About RHA

At RHA Health Services, we help individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, mental health and/or substance use needs live their best lives. Our mission is to provide a safe and healthy environment while creating opportunities for personal outcomes.

For over 30 years, the people we serve and support have remained at the very center of everything we do. RHA currently provides services in North Carolina, Georgia, Pennsylvania, and Tennessee.

Growth Horizons and Salisbury Behavioral Health are now a part of RHA Health Services.

If you are ready to make a difference in the lives of people we serve and support apply to join the team today.

Pre-employment screening

Complete criminal background

Name checked in the registries. (OIG exclusions database, Child Abuse Registry, and Offenders Against Individuals with Developmental Disabilities)

Drug testing

Education verification and other credentialing based on position requirements.

Proof of employment history or references (if required)

Positions that require driving Proof of driver's license, driver's insurance, and vehicle, IF required for providing transportation for individuals.

We offer the following benefits to employees

  • Payactiv: early access to the money you’ve earned from hours you’ve already worked, before payday!
  • Employee perks and discount program: to help you save money!
  • Paid Time Off (full-time employees only)
  • Health/Insurance (full-time employees only)
  • 401(k) retirement savings program
  • Wellbeing
  • Programs: Physical, Emotional and Financial
  • Chronic Disease management programs for hypertension and diabetes (for qualifying employees)
  • Training: Free CPR, first aid, and job-specific training opportunities

*contract/contingent workers and interns do not qualify for any of the above

Benefits

EEO Statement RHA is an equal opportunity employer. In addition, we provide reasonable accommodation to qualified employees who have protected disabilities to the extent required by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application process, please contact our solutions center.

About RHA

At RHA Health Services, we help individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, mental health and/or substance use needs live their best lives. Our mission is to provide a safe and healthy environment while creating opportunities for personal outcomes.

For over 30 years, the people we serve and support have remained at the very center of everything we do. RHA currently provides services in North Carolina, Georgia, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, and New Jersey.

If you are ready to make a difference in the lives of people we serve and support apply to join the team today.

Requirements

Requires a relevant professional license (such as LCSW, LCMHC, LMFT, or LCAS) and previous experience in crisis intervention. Candidates must pass comprehensive pre-employment screenings and possess a valid driver's license and insurance.

  • professional certificate
  • postgraduate degree
  • Case Management
  • Patient Care
  • Triage
  • Behavioral Health Treatment
  • Crisis Assessment
  • De-escalation Skills
  • Solution Focused Approach
  • Clinical Recommendations

Posting details

Employment type
Full Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
2-5 yrs
Salary
$28 - $28/hr
Location
Lenoir, North Carolina
Posted
Jun 18, 2026
Application
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Hiring organization

RHA Health Services, LLC

At RHA Health Services, the people we serve and support are at the very center of everything we do. Founded in 1989, RHA began as a small provider of support services to people with intellectual and developmental disabilities in North Carolina. Over the years, we have expanded...

Salary listed on 163 jobs
IndustryIndividual and Family Services
TypePrivately Held
Size5,001-10,000 employees
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In North Carolina, mental health therapist roles in crisis centers are often tied to ongoing demand for licensed clinicians who can respond quickly in high-stress settings. This type of position is competitive because employers typically look for an active license, prior crisis intervention experience, and readiness to complete screening, driving, and insurance requirements. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your license status and prepare examples of crisis work before applying.

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