Direct Care Technician

Direct Care Technician Easterseals PORT Health - 3.4 Wilmington, NC Job Details Full-time $16 - $20 an hour 1 day ago Benefits Paid holidays Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance Flexible spending account Paid time off Vision insurance 403(b) Flexible schedule Life insurance Qualifications Community resource coordination in health services social work Company vehicle operation High school diploma or GED Mental health resources facilitation Driver's License Client referral services Patient referrals Full Job Description 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 (ESPH), we're seeking a compassionate and dedicated Direct Care Technician/ Counselor to join our team at Stepping Stone Manor/Residential Home in Wilmington, NC. As a valued member of our collaborative and supportive team, you will work together to transform the lives of individuals by providing a comprehensive range of services that treat the whole person and empower patients to find their way forward. •Voted Raleigh's Best Nonprofit Organization and Raleigh's Best Mental Health Services two years in a row!•

What You'll Do:

As a Direct Care Technician/Counselor 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. The counselor provides informal counseling that involve behavioral techniques, reality therapy, supportive encouragement and socialization skills for the clients. You will also participate with the client in NA/AA meetings, adventure, social and educational outings an provide transportation to appointments.

How You'll Benefit:

Being part of our team means we value and encourage your personal growth and development. You'll earn a competitive salary starting at $15/hour plus enjoy a flexible schedule- these positions are Full-time on 2nd and 3rd shifts to include weekends . We also offer competitive benefits for benefits-eligible positions.

Pay:

$16.00Hr. - $20.00Hr. / Depending on experience

Shifts :

Full-Time only. Flexibility with 8 hour, 10 hour and 12 hour shifts. Must be willing to work some weekend. Our benefits for Full-time positions 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. Mindset training. Other training courses relevant to this position and your growth.

What We're Looking For:

To join our team as the Direct Care Technician/Counselor you must be able to help clients move toward successful completion of treatment requirements and communicate with community agencies on their behalf for referrals.

We also require:

High school diploma or GED. Peer support experience and/or certification preferred but not required; CPSS, Certified Peer Support Specialist. Maintain valid state appropriate driver's license and auto insurance for personal and agency vehicles utilized for work is Required. If you are a kind, caring person looking to make a significant impact, we invite you to apply for this position and join our mission of enhancing lives and our community.

Apply now via our website:

www.eastersealsport.com OR by sending your resume to

About Easterseals PORT Health:

Easterseals PORT Health is a trustworthy, compassionate partner providing exceptional disability, behavioral health and addiction treatment services to help our neighbors live their best lives. Our diverse and inclusive 2,600-member team provides meaningful support to 40,200 kids, adults and families in 11,000 home, facility and community locations across North Carolina and Virginia. Our working environment supports employee and client health with a 'no tobacco' use policy (tobacco free and smoke free) in all offices, client facilities, properties, and agency vehicles. We believe that by leveraging the unique strengths and perspectives of our workforce, we can advance our just cause, while building a healthy, sustainable organization. That's why we listen, seek to understand & act to make ESPH an Inclusive Culture, Different Voices, Embracing Potential, Authentic Self & Learning & Growing (IDEAL) organization. Applicants of all abilities are encouraged to apply!

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