Job Description

At Easterseals PORT Health (ESPH), our mission is rooted in empower individuals and strengthening communities. We are seeing a dynamic and passionate Full-Time Mid-Level Medical Provider to lead, mentor and empower our Substance Use and Behavioral Health teams. This position will service the Eastern North Carolina areas.

Schedule: Primary work hours are Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m., with additional flexibility as needed to support program operations.

Position Summary:

The Mid-Level Medical Provider plays a key role in supporting clinical excellence across Easterseals PORT Health teams. This role ensures that medical and nursing practices meet internal policies, regulatory standards, and community best practices. The Mid-Level Medical provider provides direct support, training, consultation, and clinical services, collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to promote integrated, high-quality care for individuals with mental health issues (including SPMI) and substance use diagnoses or co-morbidities.

• Administer and document psychiatric medications in collaboration with the psychiatrist.
• Monitor individuals for adverse reactions, side effects, and treatment effectiveness.
• Provide structured, therapeutic, face-to-face interventions focused on psychosocial, rehabilitative, and functional domains.
• Promote health education and medication adherence strategies in collaboration with clients and caregivers.
• Coordinate care and communication with external medical providers as needed.
• Educate staff on monitoring psychiatric symptoms and medication side effects.
• Function as an active provider within the team, supporting client stability and community integration.
• Attend team meetings daily/weekly to collaborate on positive outcomes for patients with the care team
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation, including Medication Administration Records (MAR) and other clinical records.
• Assist in preparing documentation for utilization reviews and audits.
• Ensure compliance with national standards (e.g., those from the National Alliance for the Mentally Ill and SAMHSA).
• Complete required training and certifications within prescribed timeframes.
• Provide ongoing clinical support to care teams.
• Assist with new staff training and promote consistent application of clinical standards.
• Support integrated care and community collaboration initiatives.
• Perform other duties as assigned and in accordance with Easterseals PORT Health policies.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Nursing (Master’s degree preferred)
• Current unrestricted North Carolina license as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician’s Assistant.
• Experience working with adults with SPMI and co-occurring substance use disorders preferred
• Knowledge of adult psychopathology, psychiatric nursing, pharmacology, and community resources
• Provide a variety of in person or virtual services in your home clinic and across the agency as needed or assigned.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Competitive salary: Dependent on qualifications
• 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
• Travel is required (Eastern North Carolina)
• Position can be based anywhere across Eastern NC, with travel to service locations as needed

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.

**Voted Raleigh’s Best Nonprofit Organization and Raleigh’s Best Mental Health Services two years in a row!**

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 2,600-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!