Qualified Professional Mental Health (Substance Use)

About the role

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.

Responsibilities

• 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.
• Provide stabilization and treatment services to mental health and substance abusing clients.

Requirements

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Psychology, or related Human Services field
• 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

Qualifications

• Experience in mental health and substance abuse treatment
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Skills

• Excellent problem-solving and critical thinking skills
• Effective communication and collaboration skills
• Knowledge of mental health and substance abuse treatment modalities

Benefits

• Competitive salary: $18.00 – $24.00 / Hour
• 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!

Pay

Competitive salary: $18.00 – $24.00 / Hour

Schedule

Consistent schedule of Monday- Friday, 8am-5pm