Licensed Clinical Addiction Specialist (LCASA / LCAS) — Behavioral Health Urgent Care

You are viewing a preview of this job. Log in or register to view more details about this job. Licensed Clinical Addiction Specialist (LCASA / LCAS) -- Behavioral Health Urgent Care Join us in our mission to provide hope, promote wellness, and empower people when it matters most. Do you thrive in a dynamic clinical environment where your skills can make an immediate difference? Are you passionate about crisis intervention, rapid assessment, and helping individuals regain stability during critical moments? Monarch NC , a leading provider of high‑quality, trauma‑informed services for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, mental illness, and substance use disorders, is seeking a Licensed Clinical Addiction Specialist (LCAS/LCASA) to join our Behavioral Health Urgent Care (BHUC) team serving Concord and Charlotte, North Carolina. Candidates may live in either city. Work Schedule Monday-Friday: 8am-4pm Anticipated Start Date: 6/29/2026 About the Role As a Licensed Clinical Addiction Specialist in BHUC , you will be on the front line of behavioral health crisis response—providing immediate, compassionate, and clinically sound support to individuals of all ages experiencing urgent mental health and/or substance use needs. In this role, you will: Conduct comprehensive behavioral health and substance use assessments in an urgent care setting Complete interviews with individuals and families to evaluate presenting concerns, mental status, risk, and psychosocial history Assign accurate diagnoses that guide timely and appropriate interventions Provide individual, group, and family therapy using person‑centered, trauma‑informed, and evidence‑based practices Deliver crisis assessments, stabilization, and de‑escalation services with a focus on safety and least restrictive levels of care Coordinate services and referrals to ensure continuity of care beyond the urgent episode Collaborate closely with a multidisciplinary team dedicated to responsive, high‑quality care This role is ideal for clinicians who enjoy variety, teamwork, and meaningful clinical work in a fast‑paced environment. What We’re Looking For Qualified candidates must have: A Master’s degree in a Human Services–related field Full or provisional licensure as a Licensed Clinical Addiction Specialist (LCAS or LCASA) in good standing with the NC Substance Abuse Professional Practice Board At least 1 year of experience working with individuals with mental health and/or substance use diagnoses Strong clinical judgment, adaptability, and a desire to work in urgent and crisis‑focused settings Why Join Monarch? We believe supporting our employees is essential to supporting the people we serve. Monarch offers a comprehensive and thoughtful benefits package, including: Employee Care Fund for financial support during unforeseen hardships Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance (full‑time employees) Paid Time Off, including 10 paid company holidays Eligibility for the Student Loan Forgiveness Program Employee Development Program and ongoing training opportunities Employee Referral Program Employee Assistance Program …and much more Make an Immediate Impact If you’re ready to bring your clinical expertise to a team that provides timely support, promotes safety, and empowers individuals during critical moments, we invite you to join Monarch’s Behavioral Health Urgent Care team. We look forward to working with you. #J-18808-Ljbffr Austincc