Support Team Lead Jobs in USA with Visa Sponsorship
Support Team Lead roles qualify for H-1B visa sponsorship when the position requires a bachelor's degree in a directly related field such as business, communications, or information systems. Employers file a Labor Condition Application before sponsoring, and the annual cap and selection process apply. No lottery exemption exists for this title.
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Licensed Clinician - Community Support Team Lead
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!
Serves as the primary contact and coordinator of services supporting individuals with Mental Health or Substance Use Issues in residential, school, workplace and community settings. Coordinates and monitors the array of services and supports identified in each person’s Person Centered Plan. These interventions are strength-based and focused on promoting recovery, symptom reduction, increased coping skills, and achievement of the highest level of functioning in the community. Supervision is provided according to supervision requirements. Supervises and directs the work of others to provide quality services.
Location: Community Based
Schedule: M-F, flexible with on call expectation
Responsibilities:
- Supervision of an interdisciplinary team of professionals providing services in the community
- Providing evidence-based individual therapy in a variety of settings
- Facilitating relationships and serving as a link between the treatment team, the individual, natural supports, guardians, local agencies and the community
- Minimizing the negative effects of psychiatric symptoms or substance dependence that interfere with the individual’s daily living and personal development
- Supporting the team in providing the individual the development of various skill-building activities, including daily and community living skills, socialization skills, adaptation skills, and behavior and anger management
- Overseeing and participating in a first responder on-call system available to individuals served by the team and/or their natural support network
Requirements
- Graduate degree in Counseling, Social Work, Psychology, or a related field
- Valid licensure to provide mental/behavioral healthcare in the state of North Carolina or Associate license that will be fully licensed within 30 months
- Licenses include LCMHC, LCSW, LMFT (or relevant associate level license)
- Minimum 1 year experience working with individuals with behavioral health issues
- Employee supervisory experience strongly preferred
- Valid driver’s license, auto insurance.
RHABH
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.
We are hiring for:
Licensed Clinician - Community Support Team Lead
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!
Serves as the primary contact and coordinator of services supporting individuals with Mental Health or Substance Use Issues in residential, school, workplace and community settings. Coordinates and monitors the array of services and supports identified in each person’s Person Centered Plan. These interventions are strength-based and focused on promoting recovery, symptom reduction, increased coping skills, and achievement of the highest level of functioning in the community. Supervision is provided according to supervision requirements. Supervises and directs the work of others to provide quality services.
Location: Community Based
Schedule: M-F, flexible with on call expectation
Responsibilities:
- Supervision of an interdisciplinary team of professionals providing services in the community
- Providing evidence-based individual therapy in a variety of settings
- Facilitating relationships and serving as a link between the treatment team, the individual, natural supports, guardians, local agencies and the community
- Minimizing the negative effects of psychiatric symptoms or substance dependence that interfere with the individual’s daily living and personal development
- Supporting the team in providing the individual the development of various skill-building activities, including daily and community living skills, socialization skills, adaptation skills, and behavior and anger management
- Overseeing and participating in a first responder on-call system available to individuals served by the team and/or their natural support network
Requirements
- Graduate degree in Counseling, Social Work, Psychology, or a related field
- Valid licensure to provide mental/behavioral healthcare in the state of North Carolina or Associate license that will be fully licensed within 30 months
- Licenses include LCMHC, LCSW, LMFT (or relevant associate level license)
- Minimum 1 year experience working with individuals with behavioral health issues
- Employee supervisory experience strongly preferred
- Valid driver’s license, auto insurance.
RHABH
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.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Support Team Lead Jobs
Frame your degree as directly relevant
Support Team Lead roles need a specialty occupation tie-in to qualify for H-1B. A degree in business administration, information systems, or communications maps more cleanly than a general arts degree. Pull the O*NET profile to confirm the typical education requirements hiring managers and USCIS both expect.
Target companies with LCA filing history
Use Migrate Mate to find employers who have already filed Labor Condition Applications for support or customer operations roles. Prior LCA activity signals an existing sponsorship infrastructure, which shortens your time from offer to filing and reduces the risk of an employer backing out mid-process.
Distinguish team lead from individual contributor roles
Job postings for Support Team Lead vary widely. Roles that include workforce planning, escalation ownership, or cross-functional coordination are easier to defend as specialty occupations than pure individual contributor support positions. Prioritize postings that emphasize analytical or managerial scope over ticket volume.
Verify the prevailing wage tier before negotiating
Your employer's LCA must certify a wage at or above the DOL prevailing wage for your location and role. Run the OFLC Wage Search for your metro area before salary discussions so you understand the floor, not just market rate. Accepting below prevailing wage is a compliance violation, not just a negotiation loss.
Get the offer letter scoped correctly from day one
An offer letter that lists your title as Support Team Lead but describes duties matching a junior support agent creates LCA problems. Ask HR to align the job description with the actual responsibilities before the LCA is filed. Mismatches between the LCA and your day-to-day work can trigger a Request for Evidence from USCIS.
Prepare for the cap and plan your timeline accordingly
H-1B is subject to an annual cap and selection process, and the rules have changed recently. If you're not already in H-1B status, work backward from your OPT or current authorization end date. Starting conversations with employers at least six months out gives both parties time to respond if you're not selected.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Support Team Lead role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B?
It depends on how the role is defined. A Support Team Lead that requires a bachelor's degree in a specific field like business, information systems, or communications can qualify. If the employer states that any degree, or no degree, is acceptable, USCIS is likely to issue a Request for Evidence. The job description needs to show that the degree is a genuine minimum requirement, not a preference.
Which visa types realistically cover Support Team Lead positions?
H-1B is the primary path for most nationals if the role meets the specialty occupation standard. Australian citizens can apply for the E-3 visa, which has a separate cap and no lottery. Chilean and Singaporean nationals may qualify for the H-1B1 visa. TN visa is not available for support or team lead roles, as that classification does not appear on the USMCA profession list.
What degree does an employer need to list to support H-1B sponsorship for this role?
USCIS expects the employer to require a specific bachelor's degree field, not just any bachelor's degree. For a Support Team Lead, degrees in business administration, organizational communication, or information systems are defensible. Generic listings like 'bachelor's degree in any field' weaken the specialty occupation argument and increase the chance of a Request for Evidence or denial.
Where can I find employers actively sponsoring Support Team Lead roles?
Migrate Mate lists employers with verified sponsorship history for support and operations roles, searchable by location. Focusing on employers who have sponsored before is the most reliable shortcut since they already have the internal processes, legal counsel, and HR workflows in place to move from offer to filing without delays.
Can I transfer my H-1B to a new employer for a Support Team Lead role?
Yes. If you're already in H-1B status, a new employer can file a transfer petition and you can start work once that petition is filed, without waiting for approval. The new employer must file a fresh LCA certified by DOL and submit Form I-129 to USCIS. Your new job description must still satisfy the specialty occupation standard independently.
What is the prevailing wage requirement for sponsored Support Team Lead jobs?
U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.