At Easterseals PORT Health (ESPH), our mission is rooted in empowering individuals and strengthening communities. We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated full-time Opioid Treatment Therapist or Counselor (CADC) to join our team in New Bern, 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 Opioid Treatment Therapist or Counselor (CADC) on our mission-driven team, you’ll be the catalyst for recovery, transforming lives from day one. You’ll drive patient success by delivering person-centered therapy and case management to individuals recovering from opioid addiction, conducting assessments (licensed therapists only), develop Person-Centered Plans (PCPs), and set meaningful recovery goals while facilitating individual and group therapy sessions. You will also document progress in our Electronic Medical Record (EMR) system, Coordinate with medical and support staff, provide crisis intervention, and connect patients with community resources, and ensure compliance with federal and state OTP regulations.
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 also offer a full benefits package for benefits-eligible positions.
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive pay for this full-time, Monday – Friday, 6 am – 2 pm 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 certification
What We’re Looking For
- OTP Therapist: Full or provisional LCAS, LCSW, or LCMHC and Experience in substance use services.
- OTP Counselor: CADC or CADC-I certification and Experience in substance use services.
- Ability to accurately diagnose mental health and substance use disorders.
- Knowledge of evidence-based therapeutic practices, group facilitation, and crisis intervention
- Strong documentation skills to meet federal, state, and licensing requirements (e.g., NCTOPPS, treatment plans, releases of information).
- Collaborative mindset to work with physicians, nurses, and other professionals.
- Familiarity with Medication-Assisted Therapy (MAT).
- Proficiency with EHR systems or strong technical aptitude.
- Maintain a valid state-appropriate driver’s license and auto insurance.
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 www.eastersealsPORT.com or send your resume to recruiter@eastersealsPORT.com
About Easterseals PORT Health
Easterseals PORT Health is a trustworthy, compassionate partner providing exceptional disability, behavioral health and addiction treatment services 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 Culture, Diverse Voices, Embracing Potential, Authentic Self, and Learning and Growing (IDEAL) organization.
Applicants of all abilities are encouraged to apply!