Behavioral Health Clinician (I or II) - Substance Use Treatment, Supervision Available

MaineHealth; Portland (ME); On-site; USD 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Behavioral Health Clinician to join their team. This role involves providing comprehensive care and support to individuals facing behavioral health challenges, particularly those dealing with substance use and addiction. As a clinician, you will conduct assessments, develop personalized treatment plans, and facilitate individual and group therapy sessions. The organization is committed to fostering a supportive environment that values professional growth and community connection. If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of others and want to be part of a collaborative team, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Paid parental leave

Flexible work policy

Student loan assistance

Training and education programs

Well-being resources

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in a relevant field and appropriate licensure required.
• Experience in behavioral health settings preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide counseling services to individuals seeking substance use treatment.
• Conduct assessments and develop treatment plans for clients.

Skills

Behavioral health experience

Counseling skills

Assessment and treatment planning

Group therapy

Family therapy

Education

Master’s Degree in Social Work

Master’s Degree in Clinical Counseling

Master’s Degree in Addiction Treatment

Job description

MaineHealth Behavioral Health

Professional - Clinical
Req #: 19112

For a limited time MaineHealth is offering up to $10,000 Sign on bonus for all eligible Behavioral Health Clinicians! Current MaineHealth member employees are ineligible; former MaineHealth Members are ineligible until greater than 3 months separation from employment. Bonuses may be prorated based on schedule.

~ 40 Hours/week, Full-time, Day shift ~

Maine state licensure to practice as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Licensed Masters Social Worker - Clinical Conditional (LMSW-CC), Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC), Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor - Conditional (LCPC-c), Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) or Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist - Conditional (LMFT-c) is required.

We are seeking a dedicated and passionate Behavioral Health Clinician to provide counseling services to individuals seeking substance use and drug addiction treatment. We strive to form a positive working relationship that recognizes individual strengths and builds self-awareness. Our programs are based on evidence-based treatments that are client-centered, assisting people wherever they are in their recovery.

Summary

Level I: The role of Behavioral Health Clinician I, working under a conditional license, involves providing comprehensive care and support to clients with behavioral health needs. The key responsibilities include conducting assessments, developing treatment plans, and providing direct care through individual, group, and family therapy sessions. The counselor is also responsible for maintaining clinical records, collaborating with community providers, and participating in team meetings to ensure effective treatment and discharge planning. The Behavioral Health Clinician I will be under direct clinical supervision to work towards independent licensure.

Level II: The role of Behavioral Health Clinician II, working under an independent license, involves providing comprehensive care and support to clients with behavioral health needs. The key responsibilities include conducting assessments, developing treatment plans, and providing direct care through individual, group, and family therapy sessions.

Required Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)

1. Education: Master’s Degree in Social Work, Clinical Counseling, Addiction Treatment, or related field.
2. License/Certifications:Level I: LMSW-cc, LCPC-c, or LMFT-c from the respective licensing board of the State of Maine Office of Professional and Occupational Regulation (OPOR).Level II: Licensed LCPC, LCSW, or LMFT from the respective licensing board of the State of Maine Office of Professional and Occupational Regulation (OPOR).
3. Experience:Level I: Behavioral health experience including internship prior to becoming a conditionally licensed clinician.Level II: At least two years of behavioral health experience including employment as a conditionally licensed clinician.
4. Additional Skills/Requirements Required: N/A
5. Additional Skills/Requirements Preferred: N/A

Additional Information

With a career at any of the MaineHealth locations across Maine and New Hampshire, you’ll be working with health care professionals that truly value the people around them – both within the walls of the organization and the communities that surround it. We offer benefits that support an individual's needs for today and flexibility to plan for tomorrow – programs such as paid parental leave, a flexible work policy, student loan assistance, training and education, along with well-being resources for you and your family.

MaineHealth remains focused on investing in our care team and developing an inclusive environment where you can thrive and feel supported to realize your full potential. If you’re looking to build a career in a place where people help one another deliver best-in-class care, apply today.

If you have questions about this role, please contact Sarah Evan at [e-mail].