Qualified Professional Mental Health (Substance Use)

Easterseals PORT; Kinston (NC); On-site; USD 41,600; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous paid time off

Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits

Life and Disability Insurance

403(b) Retirement Plan

Employee Assistance Program

Free in-house supervision for licensure

Job summary

Easterseals PORT in Kinston, NC is seeking a Qualified Mental Health Professional to join our team and support individuals facing substance use and mental health challenges. This role offers the chance to make a significant difference in the lives of adults and youths in our community.

As a full-time position, you will conduct evaluations, develop treatment plans, and provide ongoing support. You will benefit from a comprehensive benefits package including paid time off, medical, dental, and vision coverage, alongside professional growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree and mental health licensure are required.
• Full or provisional Substance Use licensure or certification.
• Technical proficiency with EHR systems.

Responsibilities

• Provide screening and evaluation for clients.
• Develop treatment goals and person-centered plans.
• Stabilization and treatment services for mental health clients.

Skills

EHR systems proficiency

Compassionate care

Proficient in diagnostic assessments

Education

Master’s degree in mental health

Substance Use licensure or certification

Job description

Qualified Mental Health Professional in Substance Use

Job Category: Administration

Requisition Number: QUALI007227

• Posted : May 19, 2026
• Full-Time
• On-site
• Rate : $20 USD per hour

Locations

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Kinston, NC 285011581, USA

Description

At Easterseals PORT Health’s mission is to improve the lives, health and well-being of individuals and families dealing with substance use and mental health disorders. We are seeking a compassionate, caring, and dedicated Mental Health Qualified Professional to join our collaborative, multidisciplinary outpatient therapy and medication assisted treatment team to provide support to adults and youths in Kinston, NC.

This isn’t just a job — it’s an opportunity to make a life-changing impact on individuals in our community!

Enjoy a consistent schedule of Monday- Friday, 8am-5pm

Your Role in Our Mission

As a Mental Health Qualified Professional on the team, you will provide screening, evaluation, diagnostic assessments, develop with the client treatment goal and person centered plans, treatment, after-care, and referral services to adults/children in need of outpatient treatment. To provide stabilization and treatment services to mental health and substance abusing clients.

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.

We also offer a full benefits package for benefits-eligible positions.

• 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 and legal services support
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) qualifying employer
• Free in-house supervision for licensure!

What We’re Looking For

• Education: A Master’s degree and mental health licensure are required.
  • Full or provisional Substance Use licensure or certification: LCASA, CADC or AP/CPSS
  • Dual licensure preferred
• Proficiency with EHR systems or technically savvy.
• Valid driver’s license, insurance and reliable transportation for work-related travel

Applicants of all abilities are encouraged to apply!

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