Adolescent Behavioral Health Direct Care Tech - Weekend

Easterseals PORT Health; Aberdeen (NC); On-site; USD 24,797,000 - 26,863,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

403(b) Retirement Plan

Employee Assistance Program

Flexible scheduling

On-the-job skill enhancement

Job summary

Easterseals PORT Health is seeking a part-time Direct Care Technician for the Adolescent Residential Home in Aberdeen, NC to support teens facing mental health challenges and substance use disorders.

The role involves providing a therapeutic, safe group environment, informal counseling, group activities, transportation, and life-skills development with shifts on Saturdays and Sundays (12pm–12am).

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 1 year of experience in substance disorders or youth work preferred.
• Valid state driver’s license and auto insurance for agency vehicles.
• Proficient with EHR systems.

Responsibilities

• Provide a therapeutic and safe group environment and attend to the welfare and basic needs of clients.
• Offer informal counseling using behavioral techniques, reality therapy, and socialization skills.
• Facilitate group activities, accompany clients to NA/AA meetings and community outings, provide transportation, and assist in life-skills development.

Skills

Compassionate care

Youth support

Behavioral techniques

Group facilitation

Driver's license

EHR proficiency

Crisis intervention

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Easterseals PORT Health is seeking a part-time Direct Care Technician for the Adolescent Residential Home in Aberdeen, NC to support teens facing mental health challenges and substance use disorders.

The role involves providing a therapeutic, safe group environment, informal counseling, group activities, transportation, and life-skills development with shifts on Saturdays and Sundays (12pm–12am).