What are the responsibilities and job description for the Qualified Professional in Substance Use position at Easterseals PORT?
Do you have a passion for making a real difference in the lives of people living with mental health and substance-use challenges? At Easterseals PORT Health, we’re seeking a compassionate and dedicated full-time Qualified Professional to join our team in Elizabeth City, NC. As a valued member of our collaborative and supportive team, you will work together to transform the lives of individuals seeking assistance for substance-use.
What You’ll Do
As a Qualified Professional on our team, you will contribute significantly to the well-being of the individuals under your care by coordinating their individualized needs in conjunction with their full care team. As part of this team the QP's complete screenings and intakes for new patients, evaluations and assessments, develop treatment plans to work toward positive outcomes, coordinate follow-up care and provide referrals to other services as needed. The QP also leads group sessions throughout the week.
How You’ll Benefit
You’ll earn a competitive salary ($18 – $24 / hour) based on your experience plus enjoy a Monday-Friday, 8 am-5 pm work schedule of 40 hours per week with some evening flexibility for program and client needs. We also offer competitive benefits for benefits-eligible positions.
Our benefits include:
- Paid time off and paid holidays
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Health Benefits an optional Flexible Health Spending Account (FSA)
- Life Insurance, Disability Insurance and more
- 403(b) Retirement Plan
- Employee Assistance Program and Legal services, as needed
- Lots of Merchant Discounts to improve your purchasing power!
- We provide all work tools
- We are a Public Student Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) qualifier
What We’re Looking For
To join our team as the Qualified Professional you must have in-depth knowledge of different therapeutic approaches and group techniques as well as their practical application, possess top-tier communication and documentation skills, be adept at problem solving and de-escalation in times of crisis. We also require:
- Full or provisional Substance Use licensure or certification: LCAS, CCS, CADC
- Experience in SAIOP & SACOT group therapy facilitation preferred
- Maintain valid state appropriate driver’s license and auto insurance for personal and agency vehicles utilized for work
- Must be able to work independently, have strong verbal and written communication skills
Ready to Apply?
Join a team where work isn’t just something you do — it’s a purpose. Bring your expertise to a mission that matters. Apply now at www.eastersealsPORT.com or send your resume to recruiter@eastersealsPORT.com.
**Voted Raleigh’s Best Nonprofit Organization and Raleigh’s Best Mental Health Services two years in a row!**
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 & Growing (IDEAL) organization.
Applicants of all abilities are encouraged to apply!
Salary : $18 - $24