Licensed Clinical Social Worker Jobs in North Carolina

Licensed Clinical Social Worker - Early Intervention Services

Location: Charlotte, NC (Charlotte-Mecklenburg Area)

Employment Type: Contractual

Job Summary

We are seeking a dedicated and passionate Licensed Clinical Social Worker to join our early intervention team. This role is crucial for providing "quality" therapeutic services to children ages birth-5 years of age who may have intellectual disabilities and developmental delays. The ideal candidate will work directly with children and families in federally funded childcare centers throughout the Charlotte-Mecklenburg area, addressing their behavioral and social-emotional needs through collaborative, in-classroom support.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide weekly, 60-minute therapy sessions within a child's classroom setting or the child’s natural environment
• Assess and address the behavioral and social-emotional needs of children ages birth-5 years old.
• Implement therapeutic interventions to support children with intellectual disabilities and developmental delays.
• Work collaboratively with childcare center teachers, administrators, and other special related services professionals (e.g., speech therapists, occupational therapists) to create a supportive and inclusive environment.
• Partner with parents and caregivers to provide guidance and resources for continuing therapeutic strategies in the home and other natural environments.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation of all sessions, progress, and collaboration efforts.
• Maintain accurate medical documentation, including ICD-9 and ICD-10 coding, in compliance with HIPAA regulations.
• Strong understanding of crisis management and crisis intervention strategies.
• Knowledge of medical terminology and experience with medical records management.
• Familiarity with behavioral health concepts such as patient assessment, direct support, and social work principles.

Living Through My Dreams, LLC

Location: North Carolina (Primarily Charlotte/Mecklenburg and surrounding CDSA service areas)

Position Type: 1099 Contract

Start Date: Within 30 days

Living Through My Dreams, LLC is a specialized home care and early intervention agency dedicated to providing holistic, interdisciplinary support to children (ages 3-12) and families navigating developmental delays, intellectual disabilities, and behavioral health challenges in North Carolina. We are seeking a passionate and highly skilled Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor (LCMHC) or a Licensed Clincial Social Worker to join our team as a 1099 contractor.

This role requires a dedicated therapist with expertise in trauma-informed care to integrate mental health support directly into the existing early intervention framework.

What You'll Do (Essential Functions)

The provider will develop and provide quality, trauma-informed treatment options for children and families. Your work will specifically integrate with our Occupational Therapy (OT), Speech Therapy (ST), Physical Therapy (PT), and Community Behavioral Rehabilitative Services (CBRS) teams.

• Clinical Intervention: Develop and provide tailored treatment options, including individual/play therapy, group therapy, and family counseling, with a focus on children aged 3-12.
• Behavioral Health Support: Design and implement behavior management strategies, workshops, and social skills groups that address emotional regulation and behavioral challenges.
• Interdisciplinary Collaboration: Serve as a core member of the interdisciplinary team. Collaborate directly with rehabilitation therapists (OT/ST/PT) and Educational Specialists to ensure a cohesive and holistic treatment approach aligned with the client’s IFSP or IEP.
• Trauma Specialization: Utilize training and experience to provide specialized support for clients suffering from PTSD, childhood trauma, complex trauma, and bereavement.
• Consultation & Advocacy: Provide consultative services to team members and advocate for clients within the early intervention system and broader community.
• Documentation: Accurately enter data into the patient’s chart to ensure timely, comprehensive, and compliance-driven records.

What You’ll Bring (Qualifications)Required Clinical Credentials

• Master’s Degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, or an equivalent field of study.
• Active, Unrestricted North Carolina Licensure as one of the following:
• Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) or Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor (LCMHC).
• Licensed Professional Counselor Associate (LPCA) or equivalent Associate-level licensure.
• Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW).
• Prior counseling experience in the treatment of behavioral mental health, including depression and mood disorders.

Required Skills and Experience

• Trauma Expertise: Specific training/experience working with clients suffering from PTSD, childhood trauma, complex trauma, and bereavement.
• Play Therapy Modalities: Required experience with children aged 3-12 utilizing play therapy modalities.
• Crisis Management: Proven experience in crisis management, abuse reporting, and identifying, preventing, and treating suicidal behaviors (CAMS – care certification must be obtained within 12 months of hire).
• Interpersonal Abilities: Ability to work independently, communicate effectively both orally and in writing, and develop strong, collaborative working relationships within an interdisciplinary setting.
• Cultural Competence: Demonstrated experience in crisis management and cultural competence to meet the diverse needs of the population served.

Preferred Experience

• Previous clinical experience in integrated behavioral health settings is highly preferred.
• Experience with patient referral management and knowledge of available community referral resources.

CASELOADS AVAILABLE IMMEDIATELY

Job Types: Part-time, Contract

Pay: From $45.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule

License/Certification:

• Clinical Social Worker License (Required)
• Mental Health License (Required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Charlotte, NC