Lead Clinical Therapist
Company: Oakwood Treatment Center
Location: Kinston
Posted on: February 14, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description Lead Clinical Therapist Kinston,
NC (On-site) $75,000=$85,000 per year based on experience and
certifications $5,000 Sign-On Bonus Employer: Oakwood Treatment
Center About Us Every individual deserves a home that is safe,
secure, and their own. Oakwood Treatment Center's PRTF program was
developed to provide a caring home and community to youth with
emotional and behavioral challenges. Individuals receive
comprehensive care based on their needs. Our goal is to promote
resiliency, community integration, and independence in the
individuals we serve. Position Overview The Lead Clinical Therapist
provides clinical oversight and direct therapeutic services within
our residential treatment program. This role is ideal for an
experienced clinician who thrives in both leadership and hands-on
care — balancing supervision of staff with maintaining a small
caseload. What You’ll Do Clinical Leadership & Supervision ·
Provide weekly clinical and administrative supervision to a team of
therapists. · Offer guidance in case management, ethics, and
professional growth. · Serve as the clinical point of contact for
complex cases. · Assist with onboarding and training of new
clinical hires. Direct Clinical Care · Maintain a reduced caseload
of adolescent residents. · Conduct assessments and develop
individualized, person-centered treatment plans. · Provide
individual, group, and family therapy using evidence-based
approaches. · Offer crisis intervention and de-escalation support
as needed. Program & Quality Oversight · Ensure documentation meets
all ethical, quality, and regulatory standards. · Review clinical
outcomes and make recommendations for program improvement. ·
Collaborate with utilization review staff to ensure documentation
supports medical necessity. Collaboration & Communication · Lead
weekly clinical team meetings and case conferences. · Work closely
with psychiatrists, counselors, nurses, and residential staff. ·
Coordinate with community agencies to ensure seamless discharge
planning and follow-up care. What You’ll Bring Education &
Licensure: · Master’s degree in Social Work, Counseling,
Psychology, or related field. · Active LCSW, LPC, or LCMHC license
in the State of North Carolina (required). Experience: · 2–5 years
of experience in a clinical or residential treatment setting
working with adolescents. · Prior supervisory experience preferred.
· Strong background in trauma-informed care, anxiety treatment, and
co-occurring disorders. Skills: · Excellent communication,
documentation, and leadership abilities. · Proficient in Electronic
Health Records (EHR) systems. · Dedicated to ethical, compliant,
and compassionate clinical practice. Why You’ll Love Working Here ·
Supportive, mission-driven culture focused on empowering youth and
families. · Opportunities for professional growth and supervision
experience. · Collaborative, interdisciplinary treatment team. ·
Competitive salary and benefits package. Schedule: Full-time,
Monday–Friday (occasional flexibility may be required)
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