Outpatient Child and Family Therapist - LCMHC/LCSW/LMFT

Child and Family Therapist - LCMHC, LCSW, or LMFT

Crossnore Communities for Children is seeking a Child and Family Therapist to join our supportive team on our Winston-Salem, NC campus. In this role, youll bring compassion, cultural responsiveness, and clinical expertise to serve children, youth, and families, helping them find hope and healing after trauma. Associate-level and fully-licensed candidates encouraged to apply.

Location: Winston-Salem, North Carolina

Schedule: Full-Time, Typical hours are 1st shift, Monday-Friday. Shared on-call rotation for one week at a time, every 2-3 months.

Hiring Range: $53,000 - $68,000 annually, $3000 SIGN ON BONUS

• Associate Licensed - $53,000 annually. Salary is based on education and experience. All associate-licensed therapists will start at $53K unless there is additional relevant experience in the human service field (excluding internship).
• Fully Licensed - $60,000 - $68,000 annually

Your Impact:

As a Child and Family Therapist, you play a pivotal role in Crossnore Communities for Childrens mission of walking alongside children and families on The Way to Hope and Healing. For more than 100 years, Crossnore has championed well-being and woven a fabric of resilience across homes, schools, and communities. In this role, you directly support children and families navigating trauma, transition, and healing - providing therapy that strengthens relationships, restores stability, and helps build the skills needed to thrive. Whether working with youth in-office, in the community, or in schools, you help create safe, trauma-informed spaces where healing is possible and futures are rebuilt.

Crossnore invests in its clinical team with robust training, supervision, and opportunities for advanced certifications such as TF-CBT, EMDR, and Play Therapy. You will join a community of therapists known for trust, support, continuous learning, and team collaboration. Here, your work changes lives - and youll grow right alongside the children and families you serve.

Benefits

• Defined Contribution Benefits Plan including options for:

• Health/Dental/Vision Insurance - $0 copay for mental health visits with our health insurance

• Life, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability plans

• Critical Illness and Accident coverage options

• Flexible Spending Plan

• 401k with employer match (up to 6%)

• Paid Parental Leave - Based on Tenure

• Ongoing Training

• 20 Days PTO, 11 Paid Holidays annually

• In-house Clinical Supervision

• Financial Support for CEU''s and License Renewal Fees provided

• Assistance achieving certifications such as TF-CBT, EMDR, and Play Therapy

Education/Experience

• Must have a valid and active license in one of the following areas: Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor (LCMHC), or Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT); fully licensed preferred; Provisional or Associate License required.
• Experience as a therapist working with children and families, in a mental health setting, preferred.

Key Competencies for Success in this Role:

Our ideal Child & Family Therapist brings a balance of clinical expertise, cultural competence, and strong interpersonal skills. Key competencies include:

• Collaboration & Teamwork Works closely with colleagues, families, and community partners to create a supportive, coordinated care environment.
• Growth Mindset Open to learning, adapting, and seeking feedback to enhance clinical skills and professional development.
• Initiative & Independence Takes ownership of caseload management, schedules, and documentation with minimal supervision.
• Strong Organizational Skills Balances sessions, case management, and documentation efficiently to meet service and compliance requirements.
• Positive & Professional Demeanor Maintains tact, good judgment, and empathy when communicating with parents and navigating difficult conversations.

Job Duties:

Clinical Responsibilities

• Develop individualized service plans that guide treatment and align with client needs.
• Provide individual, group, and family therapy using trauma-informed and evidence-based approaches.
• Complete assessments, treatment plan updates, and clinical evaluations.
• Lead or participate in treatment team meetings, psychiatric consultations, and interdisciplinary staffing.
• Participate in a shared 24/7 clinical on-call rotation for crisis support.
• Engage in ongoing education, research, and supervision to enhance clinical skills.
• Serve as a resource for referrals, family support, and connection to community services.
• Support program development through participation in agency and community committees.
• Maintain confidentiality and uphold ethical, legal, and accreditation standards.
• Provide clinical training to staff on diagnoses, interventions, and trauma-informed care.

Documentation

• Maintain accurate, timely documentation including session notes, billing, authorizations, and compliance requirements.

Communication & Collaboration

• Build strong relationships with youth, families, coworkers, school staff, and community partners.
• Collaborate with Admissions, Case Management, direct care staff, and external treatment providers.
• Demonstrate effective communication, conflict resolution, and team-based problem solving.

To see a short video of our Therapist Testimonials, click here: https://vimeo.com/showcase/10775727/video/999280711

Note: This job ad is a summary of the position and its requirements. For a full list of responsibilities and qualifications, please refer to the detailed job description which can be sent to you upon request.