Clinical Specialist

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

Are you a clinician with a passion for making a real difference in the lives of youth living with mental health challenges and intellectual / developmental disabilities? At Easterseals PORT Health (ESPH), our mission is rooted in empowering individuals and strengthening communities. We’re seeking a compassionate and creative full-time Clinical Specialist to join our VA REACH team working onsite at our Youth Crisis Therapeutic Home in Culpeper, VA.

$7,5000 Sign-on & Retention Bonus

Your Role in Our Mission:

The Clinical Specialist provides clinical and administrative support to the REACH Youth Crisis Therapeutic Home (YCTH) and assists the mobile team as needed. In this role you will conduct assessments and reassessments, deliver crisis prevention and intervention services, and support Behavior Technicians on the floor while maintaining a safe, therapeutic environment for up to six youth. The Clinical Specialist assists the YCTH Supervisor in developing and maintaining clinical and therapeutic integrity to the daily programming such as modifying therapeutic groups and developing therapeutic activities. This is a great opportunity to utilize your creativity! The Clinical Specialist also provides support to leadership through virtual oversight of assessments as needed, provides QMHP-T supervision to Behavior Techs, and participates in the residential on-call rotation.

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.

Consistent Monday–Friday schedule with your choice of 7:00am–3:00pm, 8:00am–4:00pm, or 9:00am–5:00pm, with some on-call flexibility required. Additional stipends are provided for on-call coverage.

We also offer a full benefits package for benefits-eligible positions.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Competitive salary: $60,000 - $70,000 for this full-time, exempt 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 licensure.
• Bonus is paid out in three increments: upon successful completion of 90 days, 6 months, and 1 year.

What We’re Looking For

• Education: Master’s in health, psychology or social work from USDOE or CHEA accredited institution.
  • Licensed or License-eligible as a LPC, LCSW, LMFT.
• 3 years of experience with developmental disabilities and mental health populations preferred.
• Experience with crisis prevention and intervention services a plus.
• Valid driver's license, good driving record and current auto insurance.
• Proficiency with EHR systems and Microsoft Suite.

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 or send your resume to [email protected] .

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 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!