Crisis Intervention Specialist - York County

Sweetser; Saco (ME); On-site; USD 30,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/dental/vision insurance

HSA/FSA options with employer contrib.

403(b) retirement plan with employer

Generous PTO and holidays

Paid family and medical leave

Tuition reimbursement and discounts

PSLF program

Job summary

Sweetser in York County, ME, is seeking a Crisis Intervention Specialist, full-time, located in Saco. The role provides assessment, support and stabilization services across community and crisis units, with a variable schedule.

Starting pay is $22.00–$24.35 per hour, plus a $3,000 sign-on bonus. Ideal candidates have crisis intervention experience and appropriate MH/SA credentials. Full benefits and career growth opportunities are offered.

Qualifications

• Associates Degree or MHRT/CSP required.
• Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Driver's license required.

Responsibilities

• Respond to crisis intervention requests from person served, family members, community-based service providers and state agencies to resolve acute psychiatric crises.
• Determine the need for a face-to-face assessment and arrange a convenient meeting site for safety.
• Communicate with persons in crisis to assess mental status, functioning, and goals for crisis resolution.
• Develop a crisis stabilization plan with the person served and family/guardian involved.
• May request protective custody interventions by law enforcement to resolve life-threatening situations.
• May facilitate voluntary or involuntary hospitalization per state regulations.
• May facilitate alternatives to hospitalization, including voluntary admission to crisis stabilization units.
• Develop and participate in post-crisis follow-up treatment plans and brief case management.

Skills

Driver's license

Mobile crisis

Lived experience

Education

Associates Degree or MHRT/CSP

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Becoming part of the Sweetser family means you can make a difference in the lives of Maine children, adults, and families every day. As a nationally recognized and accredited leader, we offer competitive salaries, a wide range of benefits and the opportunity to join a passionate team of more than 700 employees.

Crisis Intervention Specialist - York County

Job Code: 13393

Location: Saco 04072

Department: Crisis Intervention Adult

FT/PT Status: Full Time

Summary

This York County based position will provide assessment, support and stabilization services in the community, within crisis stabilization units, and over a brief 30-day post-crisis stabilization period. Schedule is variable.

Pay rate

Starting Rate: $22.00 - $24.35 hourly dependent on years of experience

$3,000 Sign-On Bonus

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE WILL:

• Respond to requests for crisis intervention, consultation and support from person served, family members, community-based service providers and state agencies in order to resolve crisis situations involving children and/or adults who are experiencing an acute psychiatric crisis.
• In collaboration with the caller, determine the need for a face-to-face assessment and, if needed, negotiate a meeting site convenient for the individual that provides safety for all involved.
• Communicate directly with persons experiencing a crisis in order to assess mental status, current level of functioning, and the person's wishes and goals for crisis resolution.
• Develop a crisis stabilization plan with the person served and family or guardian, if involved, based on a comprehensive crisis assessment that includes mental status and risk assessments.
• May request protective custody interventions by law enforcement personnel in order to resolve potentially life‑tripping situations.
• May facilitate voluntary or involuntary hospitalization in accordance with state regulations.
• May facilitate the use of alternatives to hospitalization, including voluntary admission to crisis stabilization units.
• Develop and participate in implementation of crisis follow‑up treatment plan by providing intervention services, including the provision of brief casemanagement services and aftercare.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

• Clean Driver's license.
• Persons with lived experience in the Mental Health and/or Substance Abuse system are encouraged to apply.
• Mobile Crisis Experience preferred.

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:

• AssociatesDegree or MHRT/CSP required.
• Bachelors degreepreferred.

Comprehensive Benefits Package Includes:

• Medical/dental/vision insurance and HSA/FSA options with generous employer contributions
• Employer-paid life insurance and disability coverage
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for employees and household members
• 403(b) retirement plan with employer match
• Generous paid time off, paid holidays, and float day
• Paid Family and Medical Leave
• Employee discount program
• Milage reimbursement, applicable incentive and differential pay programs
• Eligibility for annual increases and referral bonuses
• Tuition reimbursement and educational partnership discounts
• 30% tuition discount for UNE's Online Graduate Programs
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program
• Free professional development and training opportunities through the Sweetser Training Institute