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Child and Adolescent Day Treatment Specialist

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Coastal Horizons Center

Wilmington, NC (In Person)

Full-Time

Posted 03/26/2026 (Updated 2 days ago) • Actively hiring

Expires 6/21/2026

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Job Description

Child and Adolescent Day Treatment Specialist Wilmington, NC Job Details 1 day ago Benefits Paid holidays Loan repayment program Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Paid time off Vision insurance Qualifications Behavioral interventions Mid-level Driver's License Working with children Bachelor's degree Driving Care plan development Substance abuse Mental health counseling Working with individuals with mental health conditions Human Services Bachelor's degree in human services 2 years Health education and counseling Full Job Description A recognized leader in substance abuse, mental health, rape crisis, prevention and criminal justice services in southeastern North Carolina, has an opportunity for a Child and Adolescent Day Treatment Specialist in New Hanover and Pender County locations.
JOB TITLE
Child and Adolescent Day Treatment Specialist
LOCATION
New Hanover County
JOB POSTING
Performs therapeutic interventions in the school and community settings with the identified youth and their families for the purpose to reduce symptoms, improve behavioral functioning, increase the individual's ability to cope with and relate to others, promote recovery, and enhance the beneficiary's capacity to function in an educational setting, or to be maintained in community-based services.
POSITION HIGHLIGHTS
Provide direct services through school-based interventions to support family preservation, meeting educational goals, and maintaining appropriate role functioning in community setting as outlined in the Child and Adolescent Day Treatment service definition. Deliver one-on-one and group interventions such as skill building activities, intervene with positive behavioral supports, enhance consumer's knowledge of interpersonal and community relational skills. Develop individualized Person-Centered Plans and facilitate Child and Family Team meetings. Perform ongoing assessment and evaluation of the social and daily living needs of clients to ensure seamless transition from this enhanced service to the next medically necessary service. The QP will also provide psychoeducation of mental health and substance use needs to the client, their family, school, and other stakeholders. Must have the ability and willingness to perform restraints.
REQUIRED EDUCATIONAL/EXPERIENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS
Completion of Bachelor's Degree in a Human Service field with 2 years of post-Bachelors experience with Mental Health population. Meets requirements under 10A
NCAC 27G.0104
as a Qualified Professional for Mental Health - AND - a minimum of two (2) years documented experience with children, adolescents, and families. A valid driver's license and/or government-issued ID is required. Must have reliable transportation.
SALARY & BENEFITS
Competitive salary based on experience Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance Educational loan repayment programs & Career growth Retirement savings plan/401K Paid time off programs, rollover hours, 14 paid holidays Employee engagement activities, resource groups, and diversity events
HOW TO APPLY
Interested candidates should submit their resume and cover letter through our Careers Page. If you require an accommodation during the application process, please contact us at . We look forward to reviewing your application!
EEO STATEMENT
Coastal Horizons is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, national origin, age, disability or protected veteran status. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all of our associates.

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