Behavioral Health Direct Care Technician - Part-Time

Schedule

Part-time, 24 hours per week, primarily 12 pm to 12 am shifts on Saturdays and Sundays.

Pay

$15.00 per hour.

About the role

At Easterseals PORT Health (ESPH), our mission is rooted in empowering individuals and strengthening communities. We’re seeking a compassionate and dedicated part-time Direct Care Technician to join our team at the Adolescent Residential Home in Aberdeen, NC. As a Direct Care Technician 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 role involves informal counseling using behavioral techniques, reality therapy, supportive encouragement, and socialization skills; 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, safe group environment for adolescent clients
• Attend to clients’ welfare and basic needs
• Deliver 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 as needed
• Assist in life-skills development to support recovery progress

Benefits

• 403(b) Retirement Plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible scheduling
• On-the-job skill enhancement and professional growth opportunities

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED
• 1 year of relevant experience in substance use disorders or working with youth (preferred)
• Valid state-appropriate driver’s license and auto insurance for personal and agency vehicles used for work
• Proficiency with EHR systems or strong technical aptitude

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 neighbors live their best lives. Purpose, dedication, and empathy drive in-person and telehealth service delivery. The 2,600-member team provides more than 10.2 million hours of meaningful support to 40,200 kids, adults, and families across 11,000 home, facility, and community locations in North Carolina and Virginia. Easterseals PORT Health is an IDEAL organization — Inclusive Culture, Different Voices, Embracing Potential, Authentic Self, and Learning and Growing — and encourages applicants of all abilities to apply.