Adolescent Behavioral Health Direct Care Technician
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.
About the role
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 involves 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.
Responsibilities
- Provide and maintain a therapeutic and safe group environment
- Attend to the welfare and basic needs of clients
- Offer informal counseling using behavioral techniques, reality therapy, supportive encouragement, and socialization skills
- Facilitate and participate in group activities
- Accompany clients to NA/AA meetings and community outings
- Provide transportation for clients
- Assist in life-skills development
Schedule
Full-Time, 40 hours per week, combination of 4p-12a during the week and weekend shifts that can be 8, 10, or 12 hours.
Pay
Competitive hourly rate: $15.00 / hour.
Benefits
- Generous paid time off and paid holidays
- Full benefits package including Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits
- Company-paid Life and Disability Insurance
- 403(b) Retirement Plan
- Employee Assistance Program and legal services support
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) qualifying employer
Requirements
- 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
Qualifications
- Peer support specialist or registered on NC Substance Abuse Practice Board (nice to have)
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.