Outpatient Therapist

Outpatient Therapist

Job Category: Behavioral Health Requisition Number: OUTPA006963

Posted: May 22, 2026

Full-Time

On-site

Elizabeth City, NC 27909, USA

Job Details

At Easterseals PORT Health (ESPH), our mission is rooted in empowering individuals and strengthening communities. We are seeking a compassionate, caring, and dedicated Outpatient Therapist to join our collaborative, multidisciplinary team in Elizabeth City, NC.

This isn't just a job — you will be helping shape mental health care and positively impact lives throughout Elizabeth City.

** Voted Raleigh's Best Nonprofit Organization and Raleigh's Best Mental Health Services two years in a row!**

Your Role in Our Mission

As an Outpatient Therapist you will utilize screenings, evaluations, and diagnostic assessments to develop client treatment goals and person-centered plans (PCP's) which will include input from the clients regarding treatment and diverse after-care plans. You may provide services to individuals and groups with substance use and mental health struggles to include initiating contact and working with family members or support systems in the care process.

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.

Enjoy a consistent schedule of Monday – Friday, 8 am-5 pm, onsite.

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

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary: up to $65,000 for provisionally licensed candidates and up to $78,000 for fully licensed candidates in this full-time, exempt position
• 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
• Supervision for licensure

What We're Looking For

• Education: A Master's degree and mental health licensure are required. LCSW (A), LCMHC (A), LMFT (A); Dual licensure preferred LCAS (A)
• Experience in Substance Use services preferred
• Proficiency with EHR systems or technically savvy.
• Valid driver's license, insurance and reliable transportation for work-related travel

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 or send your resume to View email address on click.appcast.io.

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 and Growing (IDEAL) organization.

Applicants of all abilities are encouraged to apply!

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