Crisis Residential Counselor - Saco

Sweetser; Saco (ME); On-site; USD 36,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

Sweetser in Saco, ME seeks a Crisis Residential Counselor to provide crisis stabilization services to adults in psychiatric crisis. The role emphasizes supportive, respectful care and engagement to help clients meet treatment goals.

Responsibilities include documenting progress, maintaining safety, and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to promote recovery and prevent de‑compensation.

Qualifications

• High School diploma and experience in mental/behavioral health.
• One year of direct care or crisis intervention experience with adults.

Responsibilities

• Provide crisis stabilization services to adults in psychiatric crisis.
• Interact with clients in a positive environment while preventing de‑compensation or hospitalization.
• Write progress notes describing goals and objectives for clients.
• Maintain safety and perform duties as part of a team in a crisis unit.

Education

High School diploma

MHRT I certification or eligibility

Job description

Crisis Residential Counselor - Saco

Job Code: 13328

Location: Saco 04072

Department: Crisis Stabilization Adlt

FT/PT Status: Full Time

Summary: $5,000 Sign‑On Bonus! Hourly Rate: $18. Schedule: 3 days of 12 hours. This position is located in the Saco/Biddeford area and works on Sweetser's Crisis Stabilization Unit. Provide crisis stabilization services to adults who are in a psychiatric crisis. The role involves interacting with clients in a positive environment and preventing de‑compensation or acute psychiatric hospitalization.

Ideal Candidate

• 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.