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Sun Behavioral Health Group
Durham, North Carolina

Licensed Therapist, Clinical Assessor

CounselorNo nightsFull-Time

Listed compensation

$60k-$70k

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Job Description

Job Details:

Job Location: STRATEGIC INTERVENTIONS - DURHAM, NC - DURHAM, NC, Position Type: Full Time, Salary Range: Undisclosed, Job Shift: Days, CLINICAL ASSESSOR Location Durham, Warrenton, Burlington, and Greensboro, North Carolina Position Summary The Intake Coordinator serves as the first point of contact for individuals seeking mental health services and plays a vital role in connecting them with appropriate care.

This licensed mental health professional manages the intake and referral process from initial inquiry through admission or referral to community resources, ensuring timely access to services.

The Intake Coordinator reviews clinical and eligibility information, collaborates with multidisciplinary teams, maintains accurate documentation, and supports a positive, person-centered experience while upholding confidentiality and regulatory standards.

Key

Responsibilities

Receive, review, and track referrals from individuals, families, providers, hospitals, and community partners. Gather demographic, clinical, and referral information and obtain required documentation. Conduct initial clinical screenings and identify urgent concerns requiring clinical intervention.

Coordinate eligibility reviews, program fit assessments, and admission decisions with clinical leadership. Complete Comprehensive Assessments for individuals referred to the ACT Team (ACTT).

Schedule intake assessments and ensure all required consents and paperwork are completed. Maintain accurate referral logs, intake records, and documentation in designated systems. Communicate professionally with members, families, referral sources, and treatment staff.

Facilitate a smooth transition into services and provide community resource referrals when appropriate. Collaborate with Team Leads, the Clinical Director, and interdisciplinary team members to support quality care. Participate in meetings, training, quality improvement initiatives, and other duties as assigned.

Qualifications & Requirements Active North Carolina licensure as a mental health professional required (LCSW/LCSW-A, LCMHC/LCMHC-A, LMFT, Licensed Psychologist, Licensed Psychological Associate, or Licensed Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner).

Minimum of two years of experience working with adults diagnosed with Severe and Persistent Mental Illness (SPMI). Experience conducting comprehensive clinical assessments and participating in intake and referral processes.

Knowledge of community-based behavioral health services, recovery-oriented care, and the needs of individuals with SPMI. Strong clinical judgment with the ability to identify and respond to urgent behavioral health concerns. Excellent communication, interpersonal, and customer service skills.

Ability to build rapport with clients, families, referral sources, and community partners. Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines. Proficiency with electronic health records (EHRs) and documentation systems.

Ability to maintain confidentiality and comply with applicable regulations, policies, and ethical standards. Ability to work collaboratively as part of an interdisciplinary treatment team. Experience with ACTT, FACT, or other community-based behavioral health programs preferred.

Leadership, management, or clinical supervisory experience preferred. Valid driver's license and reliable transportation may be required based on program needs.

Salary $60,000-$70,000 About Strategic Interventions Strategic Interventions, LLC is a leading behavioral health provider serving adults with severe and persistent mental illness across North Carolina.

Through evidence-based, community-focused programs including ACTT and FACT, our multidisciplinary teams help individuals achieve recovery, independence, and improved quality of life.

We are committed to empowering those we serve through compassionate care, clinical excellence, and innovative behavioral health services delivered where people live, work, and thrive.

Benefits Strategic Interventions, part of the SUN Behavioral Health network, offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, financial well-being, and work-life balance:

  • Competitive paid time off (PTO)
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401(k) retirement plan with company match
  • Company-paid short-term disability and life insurance
  • Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA) options
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Employee referral program

Equal Employment Opportunity

Strategic Interventions is committed to the principle of Equal Employment Opportunity for all employees and applicants.

It is our policy to ensure that both current and prospective employees are afforded equal employment opportunity without consideration of race, religious creed, color, national origin, nationality, ancestry, age, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, or disability in accordance with local, state and federal laws.

Americans with Disabilities Act Applicants as well as employees who are or become disabled must be able to perform the essential job functions either unaided or with reasonable accommodation. The organization shall determine reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis in accordance with applicable law.

Qualifications

Key Responsibilities

The Intake Coordinator manages the mental health intake and referral process, serving as the primary point of contact for individuals seeking services. They conduct clinical screenings, coordinate admission decisions, and maintain accurate documentation while collaborating with interdisciplinary teams.

Requirements

Candidates must hold an active North Carolina license as a mental health professional, such as an LCSW, LCMHC, or LMFT. A minimum of two years of experience working with adults diagnosed with severe and persistent mental illness is required.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure
Experience
2+ years of experience

Key Skills

Clinical assessmentIntake coordinationMental health counselingCrisis interventionCase managementInterdisciplinary collaborationPatient advocacyTreatment planningRegulatory compliance

Counselor Career Context

Of the 50 active Mental Health Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 54% are remote, 40% have no call, 74% require no weekends.

The cost-of-living index for North Carolina is 94.3 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$65k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $69k in an average-cost state. 59.2% of North Carolina clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

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401k / retirement match
94% this job
Sign-on bonus
39%
CME allowance
17%
Loan repayment
6%
PSLF eligible
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Work-life snapshot

median 6.1this job 5.1
Better work-life than 40% of Mental Health Therapy (Counseling) listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 7,961 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

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Living in Durham

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$363k≈ 6.0× annual pay
Typical market rent
$1,659/mo≈ 33% of gross pay
Residents’ average commute
22 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
97.6
State income tax
Up to 4.8%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026), Zillow market rents (Aug 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

BEA 2024 · Durham-Chapel Hill, NC metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

Ratios use this listing’s gross annual pay. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.

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About Sun Behavioral Health Group

Mental Health Care
Columbus, OH
51-200 employees

Benefits & Perks

Competitive paid time off (PTO)
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) retirement plan with company match
Company-paid short-term disability and life insurance
Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA) options
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Employee referral program