What are the responsibilities and job description for the Qualified Professional Mental Health (Substance Use) position at Easterseals PORT?
At 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 and medication assisted treatment team to provide support to adults and youths in Kinston, NC.
This isn’t just a job — it’s an opportunity to make a life-changing impact on individuals in our community!
**Voted Raleigh’s Best Nonprofit Organization and Raleigh’s Best Mental Health Services two years in a row!**
Your Role in Our Mission
As a Mental Health Qualified Profession on the team, is to 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. To provide stabilization and treatment services to mental health and substance abusing clients.
Why Join Us?
As a part of our mission, we help our team members embrace their potential, build resilience, and thrive! You will benefit from ongoing professional growth and development as you work alongside leaders of clinical excellence in mental health and substance use services that care about your success.
Enjoy a consistent schedule of Monday- Friday, 8am-5pm
We also offer a full benefits package for benefits-eligible positions.
Compensation & 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!
What We’re Looking For
- 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
- Full or provisional Substance Use licensure or certification: LCASA, CADC or AP/CPSS
- Proficiency with EHR systems or technically savvy.
- Valid driver’s license, insurance and reliable transportation for work-related travel
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.
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!
Salary : $18 - $24