Direct Care Technician / Residential Counselor

Job Details

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 / Residential Counselor to support our adolescent clients in the Greenville Adolescent Residential (GAR) program — a multidisciplinary team committed to helping youth overcome mental health and substance use challenges.

This isn’t just a job — it’s a chance to be a positive force in the lives of young people by helping them grow, heal, and reach their full potential.

Your Role in Our Mission

As a Direct Care Technician / Residential Counselor, you’ll play a key role in maintaining a safe, therapeutic group environment and supporting the day-to-day care and well-being of clients. You’ll provide informal counseling, socialization support, and behavioral guidance, using techniques such as reality therapy and positive reinforcement.

Your work will also include facilitating and participating in group activities, accompanying clients to NA/AA meetings and community outings, providing transportation, and assisting in life-skills development — all with the goal of promoting progress in their recovery journey.

This is a full-time position (40 hours/week) covering evening and weekend shifts .

Why Join Us?

At ESPH, we care for our team the way we care for our clients — with compassion, respect, and a focus on growth. As part of our GAR team, you’ll gain meaningful experience in adolescent behavioral health, while working in a supportive environment that values collaboration and purpose-driven care.

You’ll also have the chance to expand your skills, engage with professionals across the continuum of care, and make a lasting impact in the lives of youth and families.

How You’ll Benefit

You’ll earn a competitive salary of $15.00/hour. We also offer benefits for benefits eligible positions.

Our Benefits Include

• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Health Benefits
• Life Insurance, Disability Insurance and more
• Retirement Plan
• Employee Assistance Program and Legal services, when needed
• Reimbursement for work-related travel
• Professional development and opportunities for staff training

What We’re Looking For

To join our team as the Direct Care Technician /Residential Counselor, you must be able to facilitate group meetings, 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
• CPR and first aid certifications
• 1 year of experience with mental health population OR AAS in Human Services program
• Maintain valid state appropriate driver’s license and auto insurance for personal and agency vehicles utilized for work

Ready to Apply?

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 [email protected].

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 diverse and inclusive 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 Language, Different Voices, Embracing Potential, Authentic Self, and Learning & Growing (IDEAL) organization.

Applicants of all abilities are encouraged to apply!