Crisis Response Worker I

MaineHealth; Rockland (ME); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

MaineHealth Behavioral Health is seeking a Crisis Response Worker I. The role provides crisis triage, connects clients to the appropriate level of care, and facilitates connections to outpatient services when eligibility is met.

The position is part of MaineHealth’s Behavioral Health team and contributes to timely, compassionate client support. Requirements include an Associate's Degree in a related field, MHRT/CSP certification (or within 3 months of start), a valid driver's license, and at

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree in a related field required; Bachelor's preferred.
• MHRT/CSP certification required or conferred within three months of start.
• Valid driver's license required.
• One year of experience with the client population; chronically mentally ill preferred.
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Responsibilities

• Function in crisis capacities to connect clients with appropriate level of care.
• Provide immediate triage and access to crisis assessment.
• Assist and connect to outpatient services when clinical and financial eligibility requirements are met.

Skills

MHRT/CSP certification

Driver's License

Crisis response experience

Education

Associate's Degree in a related field

Bachelor's Degree in a related field (preferred)

Job description

Description

MaineHealth Behavioral Health

Behavioral Health
Req #: 98694

Summary:
The Crisis Response Worker I role functions in crisis capacities to connect clients with the appropriate level of care, providing immediate triage and access to crisis assessment, and assisting and making connections to the appropriate outpatient services when clinical and financial eligibility requirements are met.

Required Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)

1. Education: Associate's Degree in a related field from an accredited program required. Bachelor's Degree in a related field preferred.
2. License/Certifications: Current applicable state(s) MHRT/CSP certification required or must be conferred within three months of start date. Valid Driver's License required.
3. Experience: One year of experience working with client population to which this role is assigned required. Prior experience with the chronically mentally ill population preferred.
4. Additional Skills/Requirements Required: N/A
5. Additional Skills/Requirements Preferred: N/A

Additional Information

MaineHealth is committed to fostering a supportive, inclusive environment where care team members can thrive while making a meaningful impact in the communities we serve across Maine and New Hampshire. We offer competitive benefits including paid parental leave, flexible work options, student loan assistance, professional development opportunities, and well-being resources-so you can grow your career while feeling supported both personally and professionally.

We recognize the value each team member brings to our organization.Any offer of employmentwill depend onqualificationssuch asskills, relevant experience, education, certifications,and otherjob-relatedfactors. Thebase rangeis an estimate and does notreflect the full valueofourtotal compensationpackage.

The pay range for this position is $21.97to $29.28 per hour.

Compensation for part-time positions isdeterminedon a prorated basis consistent with the scheduled hours and applicable full-time equivalent (FTE).

In addition to base pay, MaineHealth offerscomprehensivebenefits, recognition programs, career growth opportunities, and,where applicable,shiftdifferentials or other incentives.

If you have questions about this role, please contact [e-mail]

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