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Behavioral Health Direct Care Technician

PORT Health
Jacksonville, NC Full Time
POSTED ON 4/18/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/18/2026
At Easterseals PORT Health (ESPH), our mission is rooted in empowering individuals and strengthening communities. We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Direct Care Technicians, for Full-Time, Night Shift to join our team at our Facility Based Clinic in Jacksonville, NC.

This isn’t just a job — you will be influencing change and shaping futures as a leader in our shared mission of helping people reach their full potential.

Your Role in Our Mission

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. You will provide informal counseling in the detox center that involve behavioral techniques, reality therapy, supportive encouragement and socialization skills for the 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.

We Are Currently Hiring For

Schedule

  • Full time: Night shift: 7pm to 7am; (Week 1 Monday, Tuesday, Friday, Saturday ; Week 2: Sunday, Wednesday, Thursday)

We also offer a full benefits package for benefits-eligible positions.

Compensation & Benefits

  • Competitive Salary: $15/hr. for these full-time positions
  • 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

What We’re Looking For

  • Entry-level, on-the-job training is provided
  • High school diploma or GED is required
  • Peer support certification a plus, but is not required
  • Maintain valid state appropriate driver’s license and auto insurance for personal and agency vehicles utilized for work

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!

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