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Behavioral Health Direct Care Technician - Full-Time

Easterseals PORT Health•Washington, NC
•Onsite

About The Position

The Behavioral Health Direct Care Technician works at Easterseals PORT Health’s Facility Based Crisis Center in Washington, North Carolina. The role supports clients receiving mental health and substance use services by helping maintain a safe, therapeutic environment and offering encouragement and motivation. The position includes facilitating psychoeducational groups, therapeutic activities, and recreational programming; transporting clients to activities and appointments; and assisting with admissions, referrals, documentation, and coordination with community agencies and treatment teams. Duties also include supporting discharge and aftercare planning and housing resources, administering medications when certified, monitoring vital signs, responding to emergencies, and keeping accurate client records. Entry-level, on-the-job training is provided. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 4 p.m. to midnight, including every other weekend. The role is full-time and on site.

Requirements

  • High school diploma or GED.
  • Maintain a valid, state-appropriate driver's license and auto insurance for personal and agency vehicles used for work, with no restrictions.

Nice To Haves

  • Peer support certification or CNA certification.

Responsibilities

  • Maintain a safe, therapeutic environment while providing client support, encouragement, and motivation.
  • Facilitate psychoeducational groups, therapeutic activities, and leisure or recreational programming.
  • Transport clients to program activities and appointments as needed.
  • Assist with admissions, referrals, documentation, and coordination with community agencies and treatment teams.
  • Support discharge planning, aftercare arrangements, and housing resources.
  • Administer medications when certified, monitor vital signs, respond to emergencies, and maintain accurate client records.

Benefits

  • Generous paid time off and paid holidays.
  • Medical, dental, and vision benefits.
  • Life and disability insurance.
  • 403(b) retirement plan.
  • Employee Assistance Program and legal services support.
  • Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) qualifying employer.
  • Professional development and training opportunities, including AHEC where applicable.

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