Outpatient Clinical Associate (QP)

Summary

The Outpatient Clinical Associate is a Qualified Professional (QP) responsible for providing behavioral health services to clients with an emphasis on completing mental health screenings, PCPs, and follow-up clinical support for children/adolescents, adults and families. The Qualified Professional services clients in office, home, and community settings.

This position may serve as a developmental clinical role for individuals pursuing associate behavioral health licensure in North Carolina.

What You’ll Do

• Completes clinical mental health screenings, CFTs, and PCPs.
• Provides supervised behavioral health support services to individuals, families, and groups.
• Assess progress toward goals of individuals served, coordinating supports and resources, as needed.
• Prepares and submits documentation of services within 24 hours of service delivery.
• Assists with crisis response and care coordination under supervision as indicated.
• Consults regularly w/ clinical team members on member care.
• Communicates w/ Behavioral Health colleagues, Primary Care providers, and other providers and agencies as needed to facilitate integrative care.
• Participates in staff development meetings and in quality of care activities on a regular basis.
• Performs other related duties as assigned
  

How You’ll Make a Difference

As a full-time Outpatient Clinical Associate (QP), you’ll play a vital role in supporting the mental health of individuals and families. Your clinical skills and commitment to whole-person care will contribute to improved emotional well-being, stronger families, and healthier communities.

Who We’re Looking For

You are a passionate, adaptable clinician with a strong foundation in mental health care and a desire to work in diverse environments. You’re confident providing therapy in homes, communities, or office settings, and value both independent and team-based work.

Required Qualifications:

• Strong therapy, prescreening, and clinical interviewing skills
• 1 year of experience providing urgent care or crisis intervention required
• 2 year of experience providing behavioral health clinical interventions.
• Experience in completing Mental Health Screenings
• Treatment Planning / Person-Centered-Planning Expertise
• Efficient & Effective Practice Management in a Clinical Setting
• Client Focus & Strong Ability to Function as a Team Member
• Strong Individual, Family, & Group Support Skills
• Flexibility with willingness to work in office, client home, and/or community
  

Required Licensure:

• Master's degree in Social Work, Counseling, or Service-related field required.
• 2 years of clinical experience in mental health required.
  

Key Competencies

• Ability to complete comprehensive mental health screenings as needed
• Experience serving children/adolescents and adults with DSM-V diagnosis (mental health needs) and their families.
• Self-motivated and committed to continuing personal and professional growth.
• Competence in written and oral communications, organizational skills, and attention to detail.
• Basic computer skills and literacy.
• Able to meet deadlines and handle multiple responsibilities.
• Able to adequately complete additional assessments and mental health screenings as needed
• Demonstrate ability to function under pressure and independently.
• Effective, empathetic, interpersonal skills (oral and written) that build mutual trust and respect with youth and their families, agency staff, and the professional community.
• Demonstrate ability in working collaboratively with professional colleagues, local and state officials, referral sources and community groups.
  

What We Offer:

Amethyst provides a competitive benefits package that includes:

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Life insurance and disability insurance
• 401(k) plan
• Personal time off (PTO)
• Paid birthday
• Paid approved trainings and ongoing development
• Discretionary bonuses
• Travel and mileage reimbursement in line with our policies

You’ll be eligible for benefits after completing a 90-day introductory period.

Apply today and take the next step in a career where your care makes a difference!

Please submit your resume and a brief cover letter explaining why you’re interested in this role.