Crisis Residential Counselor Awake Overnight - Lewiston

Sweetser; Lewiston (ME); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plan 403(b)

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Sweetser in Lewiston, ME is hiring a Crisis Residential Counselor Awake Overnight to join the Crisis Stabilization Adlt unit. This full-time role pays $18.00 per hour with a $2.50 night differential and offers opportunity for advancement to Counselor II after 6 months with training completion.

You will provide crisis stabilization services to adults in psychiatric crisis, document progress, collaborate with a team, and support clients toward goals in treatment plans, promoting safety and

Qualifications

• High School diploma and experience in mental/behavioral health field.
• MHRT I state certification or eligibility to obtain within first year.

Responsibilities

• Provide crisis stabilization services to adults in psychiatric crisis.
• Write progress notes and maintain clear treatment goals.
• Collaborate with the team to ensure safe, effective care.

Skills

Crisis intervention

Mental health care

Communication skills

Teamwork

Safety management

Education

High School diploma

MHRT I certification

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 Residential Counselor Awake Overnight - Lewiston

Job Code: 13416

Location: Lewiston 04240

Department: Crisis Stabilization Adlt

FT/PT Status: Full Time

Summary:

Rate: $18.00 Hourly with a shift differential of $2.50 between the hours of 10pm-8am!

This position is located inLewistonand works on Sweetser's Crisis Stabilization Unit. This full-time position provides crisis stabilization services to adults who are in a psychiatric crisis. This positionwill interact with the client in a positive environment that is assessed as necessary to prevent de-compensation or acute psychiatric hospitalization.

This position offers the opportunity to advance up the career ladder to Crisis Residential Counselor II after 6 months in the role and after obtaining the required training and certifications. Successful completion of requirements comes with a $1 increase!

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE WOULD:

• Provide supportive, respectful, non-judgmental care to adult clients and assist them in meeting goals identified in treatment plans.
• Actively engage with clients while maintaining clear boundaries.
• Accept individual differences and learn from them.
• Approach each client with an attitude of discovery and hope.
• Support independent client functioning that leads to increased skills upon discharge.
• Utilize effective communication skills that improve client outcomes and promote teamwork.
• Work as a team player delivering effective care to clients and promoting continuous harmonious working relationships.
• Independently maintain an environment that promotes safety and efficiency.
• Write descriptive and concise progress notes relative to the clients' defined goals and objectives.
• Have the ability to relate effectively to a wide range of clients.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

• Valid state driver's license.
• Persons with lived experience in the Mental Health and/or Substance Abuse system are encouraged to apply.

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• High School diploma and experience working in the mental/behavioral health field.
• One (1) year of experience providing direct care and/or crisis intervention to adults in a related field.
• MHRT I state certification or eligibility for and completion of certification within the first year of employment.

• Medical/dental/vision insurance and HSA/FSA optionswith generous employer contributions
• Employer-paid life insurance and disability coverage
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for employees andhousehold 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 anddifferential pay programs
• Eligibility for annual increases and referral bonuses
• Tuition reimbursement and educational partnershipdiscounts
• 30% tuition discount for UNE's Online GraduatePrograms
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness(PSLF) Program
• Free professional development and trainingopportunities through the Sweetser Training Institute