Genetics Counselor jobs in Jacksonville, NC

PORT Health’s mission is to improve the lives, health and well-being of individuals and families dealing with substance use and mental health disorders. We are seeking a compassionate, caring, and dedicated Counselor to join our collaborative, multidisciplinary team designed to provide or arrange access to a full continuum of care for adults with substance use issues. 

What You’ll Do

As the Counselor you will be responsible for providing and maintaining a therapeutic and safe group environment and attending to the welfare and basic needs of clients. The counselor provides informal counseling that involve behavioral techniques, reality therapy, supportive encouragement and socialization skills for the clients. You will also participate with the client in NA/AA meetings, adventure, social and educational outings an provide transportation to appointments. 

How You’ll Benefit 

You’ll earn a competitive salary starting at $15.00/hour depending on skills and experience. This full-time position is 3rd shift with rotating weekend coverage. We also offer benefits to those regularly working 30 hours or more per week. 

Our benefits include:

• Paid time off, paid holidays
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Health Benefits 
• Life Insurance, Disability Insurance and more
• Retirement Plan with employer match up to 4%
• Employee Assistance Program and Legal services, when needed
• Lots of Merchant Discounts to improve your purchasing power!
• Reimbursement for work-related travel
• Professional development and opportunities for staff training

What We’re Looking For

To join our team as the 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

If you’re a kind, caring person seeking a rewarding opportunity where you can make a huge difference in the daily lives of the people you will help, please apply at our website at www.porthealth.org

About PORT Health

PORT Health’s mission is to improve the lives, health and well-being of individuals and families dealing with substance use and mental health disorders by providing a comprehensive range of services that treat the whole person and empower patients to find their way forward. Learn more at porthealth.org

We believe in a diverse and inclusive culture that leverages unique strengths, perspectives and viewpoints of its workforce can and will advance our just cause, while building a healthy, sustainable organization. That’s why we listen, seek to understand and act to make our organization a safe place for individuals to be their authentic selves.

Applicants of all abilities are encouraged to apply!