Easterseals PORT Health·Whiteville, North Carolina
Provide person-centered therapy, screenings, and diagnostic assessments for youth and adults with mental health and substance use challenges. Design and lead therapeutic groups using creative approaches like art therapy and mindfulness.
At Easterseals PORT Health (ESPH), our mission is rooted in empowering individuals and strengthening communities, one meaningful connection at a time. We are seeking a compassionate and caring Outpatient Therapist to provide person-centered therapy to amazing clients living with mental health and/or substance use challenges in our outpatient clinic in Whiteville, NC.
This isn’t just a job - it’s a calling. Here, you’ll provide life-changing care and hope to individuals in a rural community where your skills and empathy truly make a difference.
**Voted Raleigh’s Best Nonprofit Organization and Raleigh’s Best Mental Health Services two years in a row!**
As an Outpatient Therapist on the team, you’ll play a vital role in helping both youth and adults build brighter, healthier futures. You’ll conduct screenings, evaluations, and diagnostic assessments to develop meaningful treatment goals and person-centered plans (PCPs) that reflect each client’s unique voice, needs, and aspirations.
You’ll also have the opportunity to design and lead therapy groups, fostering connection and growth. This is a wonderful opportunity to utilize your passions and creativity. Whether that’s art therapy, mindfulness, movement, or other therapeutic approaches.
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, 8am-5pm onsite.
We also offer a full benefits package for benefits-eligible positions.
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 [http://www.eastersealsucp.com/] or send your resume to recruiter@eastersealsPORT.com [recruiter@eastersealsucp.com].
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!
Requires a Master's degree and mental health licensure (LCSW, LCMHC, or LMFT). Must possess a valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and proficiency with EHR systems.
Market context
Outpatient therapist roles in North Carolina are typically in steady demand as behavioral health providers continue to staff community-based care. These positions are competitive because employers often look for an active LCSW, LCMHC, or LMFT license and experience delivering specialized behavioral health services. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your license status and prepare examples of outpatient caseload work before applying.
