Behavioral Health Direct Care Technician

Job Category : Behavioral Health Requisition Number : BEHAV007532 Posted : August 18, 2026 Part-Time On-site Rate : $16.82 USD per hour Locations Showing 1 location Ahoskie, NC 27910, USA Description At Easterseals PORT Health (ESPH), our mission is rooted in empowering individuals and strengthening communities. We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Direct Care Technician, for Part-Time, Night Shift to join our team at our Facility Based Clinic in Ahoskie, 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 have the following shifts open: Schedule Part time: Night shift: with alternating times of 1130pm-7:30am or 12am-8am 3 days/week with every other weekend included Competitive salary: $16.82 hourly 403(b) Retirement Plan Employee Assistance Program On-the-job skill enhancement and growth What We’re Looking For Entry-level, on-the-job training is provided High school diploma or GED is required Peer support certification or CNA 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 **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! Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor. #J-18808-Ljbffr Easterseals PORT Health