Weekend Part-Time Behavioral Health Direct Care Tech

Careerwebsite; Aberdeen, Northern (NC, KY); Hybrid; USD 16,000 - 22,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

403(b) Retirement Plan

Employee Assistance Program

Flexible scheduling

Job summary

Easterseals PORT Health in Aberdeen, NC is seeking a part-time Direct Care Technician to support teens living with mental health challenges and substance use disorders. The role focuses on creating a therapeutic, safe group environment and attending to basic needs, with Saturday and Sunday 12pm–12am shifts.

You will facilitate activities, accompany clients to meetings, provide transportation, and assist in life-skills development, while benefiting from growth opportunities in clinical excellence

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• Provide and maintain a therapeutic, safe group environment and attend to the welfare and basic needs of clients.
• Facilitate and participate in group activities; accompany clients to NA/AA meetings and community outings.
• Provide transportation when needed and assist in life-skills development to promote progress in recovery.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Easterseals PORT Health in Aberdeen, NC is seeking a part-time Direct Care Technician to support teens living with mental health challenges and substance use disorders. The role focuses on creating a therapeutic, safe group environment and attending to basic needs, with Saturday and Sunday 12pm–12am shifts.

You will facilitate activities, accompany clients to meetings, provide transportation, and assist in life-skills development, while benefiting from growth opportunities in clinical excellence