Behavioral Health Professional (BHP) – Penobscot County

PENQUIS; Old Town (ME); On-site; USD 19,286 - 24,796; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid training for certifications

Earned paid leave

Retirement plans

Job summary

Penquis is seeking a part-time Behavioral Health Professional (BHP) to work with children and young adults. The role focuses on hands-on skill building and community-based support, helping clients gain confidence and independence through interactive activities and outings.

We welcome candidates with flexible schedules, including students or retirees, and offer paid training for required certifications. This is a part-time, field-based opportunity in Old Town, ME with up to 20 hours per week.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Maine driver’s license in good standing with reliable transportation and automobile insurance.
• Access to a cell phone or smartphone.
• Ability to meet Penquis background-check requirements upon hire and periodically thereafter.
• Earned paid leave.
• Paid training for required certifications, including BHP certification, First Aid/CPR, Safety Care, Trauma Informed Care, and Mandated Reporter.

Responsibilities

• Use games and activities to teach directions and healthy emotional responses.
• Use video clips and other tools to practice non-verbal communication skills.
• Support community outings that build safety skills and positive friendships.
• Teach money skills and independent community interactions during errands and outings.
• Practice meal planning and cooking skills with clients.
• Help clients learn self-soothing strategies and how to ask for help.

Skills

Reliable transportation

Cell phone access

Background check readiness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Maine driver’s license

Auto insurance

Job description

Location

Old Town, Maine

Employment Type

Part Time

Work Arrangement

Community / Field Based

Schedule

Up to 20 hours per week, primarily during afternoon and early evening hours.

Penquis is seeking a part-time Behavioral Health Professional (BHP) to work with children and young adults through hands‑on skill building and community-based support. This role focuses on helping clients build confidence, practice daily living skills, and develop greater independence through interactive activities and outings.

Responsibilities

• Use games and activities to teach directions and healthy emotional responses.
• Use video clips and other tools to practice non‑verbal communication skills.
• Support community outings that build safety skills and positive friendships.
• Teach money skills and independent community interactions during errands and outings.
• Practice meal planning and cooking skills with clients.
• Help clients learn self‑soothing strategies and how to ask for help.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid Maine driver's license in good standing with reliable transportation and automobile insurance.
• Access to a cell phone or smartphone.
• Ability to meet Penquis background‑check requirements upon hire and periodically thereafter, with satisfactory results as required by current contract provisions.
• Earned paid leave
• Paid training for required certifications, including BHP certification, First Aid/CPR, Safety Care, Trauma Informed Care, and Mandated Reporter
• Retirement Plans

Service Area

We are looking for BHPs in the Newburgh, Orneville, Bangor, Howland, and Plymouth areas.

This opportunity is well suited for candidates with flexible schedules, including college students, teachers, ed techs, and retirees.

Equal Opportunity and Workplace Information

In accordance with federal regulations, Penquis does not discriminate. Reasonable accommodation will be made for otherwise qualified persons with disabilities. Penquis is a smoke‑free workplace.