Behavioral Health Direct Care Technician - Full-Time

Easterseals PORT Health; Aberdeen (NC); On-site; USD 17,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits package

Job summary

Easterseals PORT Health is hiring a Direct Care Technician for the Adolescent Residential Home in Aberdeen, NC. This full-time, 2nd shift role (4p–12a) includes every other weekend and pay of $15.00 per hour.

You will support teens with mental health challenges and substance use disorders, provide counseling, and help with life-skills development. Requirements include a high school diploma or GED and a valid driver’s license.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 1 year of relevant experience with youth or substance disorders preferred.
• Valid state driver’s license and auto insurance for work.
• Proficiency with electronic health record systems (EHR).

Responsibilities

• Provide a therapeutic and safe group environment for clients.
• Attend to welfare and basic needs of teens in care.
• Facilitate group activities and socialization skills.
• Transport clients to meetings and community outings, assist in life-skills development.

Skills

Driver's license

EHR systems

Compassionate support

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Position Details:

Full-Time, 2nd shift 4p - 12a, including every other weekend.

Pay:

$15.00/Hour.

Do you have a passion for making a real difference in the lives of teens living with mental health challenges and substance use disorders? At Easterseals PORT Health (ESPH), our mission is rooted in empowering individuals and strengthening communities. We’re seeking a compassionate and dedicated full-time Direct Care Technician to join our team at the Adolescent Residential Home in Aberdeen, NC.

Voted Raleigh’s Best Nonprofit Organization and Raleigh’s Best Mental Health Services two years in a row!

Your Role in Our Mission:

As a Direct Care Technician on the team you will be responsible for providing and maintaining a therapeutic and safe group environment and attending to the welfare and basic needs of clients. The Direct Care Tech provides informal counseling that involve behavioral techniques, reality therapy, supportive encouragement and socialization skills for the clients.Your work will also include facilitating and participating in group activities, accompanying clients to NA/AA meetings and community outings, providing transportation, and assisting in life-skills development — all with the goal of promoting progress in their recovery journey.

Why Join Us?

As a part of our mission, we help our team members embrace their potential, build resilience, and thrive! You will benefit from ongoing professional growth and development as you work alongside leaders of clinical excellence in mental health and substance use services that care about your success.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Competitive salary: $15.00 hourly.
• Generous paid time off and paid holidays.
• Full benefits package including Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits.
• Life and Disability Insurance (company paid).
• 403(b) Retirement Plan.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) qualifying employer.
• On-the-job skill enhancement and growth.

What We’re Looking For:

• Education: High school diploma or GED.
• 1 year of relevant experience in substance disorders or working with youth preferred.
• Maintain valid state appropriate driver’s license and auto insurance for personal and agency vehicles utilized for work.
• Proficiency with EHR systems or technically savvy.

About Easterseals PORT Health:

Easterseals PORT Health is a trustworthy and compassionate partner, providing exceptional services in disability, mental health, and substance use to help our neighbors live their best lives. Purpose, dedication, and empathy drive our in-person and telehealth service delivery. Our 2,600-member team provides more than 10.2 million hours of meaningful support to 40,200 kids, adults, and families in 11,000 home, facility, and community locations across North Carolina and Virginia.

Easterseals PORT Health is an Inclusive Culture, Different Voices, Embracing Potential, Authentic Self, and Learning and Growing (IDEAL) organization.

Applicants of all abilities are encouraged to apply!