Crisis Residential Counselor Relief - Saco

Sweetser; Saco (ME); On-site; USD 49,594,000 - 54,553,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedules

Mileage reimbursement

Annual raises

Paid leave

Employee discount

EAP for employees

Job summary

Sweetser is seeking a Crisis Residential Counselor Relief in the Saco/Biddeford area to provide crisis stabilization services to adults in psychiatric crisis. The role operates on Sweetser's Crisis Stabilization Unit in Saco, with a focus on engaging clients in a supportive environment to prevent decompensation or hospitalization.

Opportunity to advance to Crisis Residential Counselor II after 6 months with the required training and certifications; completion brings a $1 hourly increase.

Qualifications

• High School diploma and experience working in mental/behavioral health.
• One year of direct care experience with adults in a related field.
• MHRT I certification or eligibility and completion within 60 days of employment.

Responsibilities

• Provide crisis stabilization services to adults in psychiatric crisis.
• Interact with clients in a professional, supportive and non-judgmental manner.
• Write concise progress notes aligned with treatment goals and objectives.
• Maintain safety, boundaries and a collaborative team environment.

Skills

Crisis intervention

English fluency

Teamwork

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 Relief - Saco

Job Code: 13402

Location: Saco 04072

Department: Crisis Stabilization Adlt

FT/PT Status: Full Time

Summary:

Hourly Rate: $18 Hourly This position is located in Saco/Biddeford area and works on Sweetser's Crisis Stabilization Unit. Provide crisis stabilization services to adults who are in a psychiatric crisis. This position will 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!

Come work for the Nonprofit of the Year, according to the Biddeford Saco Chamber of Commerce!

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.
• Must be able to speak, read and write English fluently.

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 60 days of employment.

Benefits Include:

• Flexible schedules with a variety of shift and hour options
• Milage reimbursement, applicable incentive and differential pay programs
• Eligibility for annual increases and referral bonuses
• Paid Family and Medical Leave
• Employee discount program
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for employees and household members
• 403(b) retirement plan with employer match
• Educational partnership discounts
• 30% tuition discount for UNE's Online Graduate Programs
• Free professional development and training opportunities through the Sweetser Training Institute