Outpatient Therapist

Lead with Purpose. Empower with Compassion Voted Raleigh’s Best Nonprofit Organization and Raleigh’s Best Mental Health Services three years in a row! Position Snapshot Location: Elizabeth City, NC Schedule: Monday

• Friday | 8am - 5pm Pay: Salary | $65,000 and up / provisionally licensed & up to $78,000 for fully licensed candidates Work Setting: On site Type: Full-time Make an Impact With Us Your Role in Our Mission As an Outpatient Therapist at our Elizabeth City, NC clinic 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. Join a team where your compassion becomes someone's turning point.

What You'll Do

Conducts comprehensive screenings, diagnostic assessments, and evaluations for individuals presenting with mental health, substance use, or psychiatric symptoms. Develops person-centered treatment goals and plans in collaboration with clients and families. Gathers, documents, and maintains all required medical, social, and clinical information in a timely and clinically accurate manner.

Reviews pre-screening information from referral sources and communicates directly with referral agencies as needed. Collaborates with co-workers, clinical supervisors, physicians, and community partners to determine the appropriate level of care within the service continuum. Serves as a liaison with local agencies, community partners, and referral networks to support client access and continuity of care.

Facilitates psychoeducation, psychotherapy groups, structured activities, and family education sessions. Provides therapeutic interactions that emphasize support, guidance, and clinical best practices.

What You'll Bring

A Master’s degree and mental health licensure are required. LCSW (A), LCMHC (A), LCAS (A); Dual licensure preferred 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 Why join Easterseals PORT Health?

Easterseals PORT Health is a trusted and compassionate organization providing disability, mental health, and substance use services across North Carolina and Virginia. Purpose, dedication, and empathy guide the way we support our neighbors and one another. For benefits-eligible positions, our total rewards package may include: 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 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 2,800-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.

Applicants of all abilities are encouraged to apply! Need assistance with the application process or an accommodation? Contact [email protected] .