Mental Health Worker II-Transport-Agency Only

Mainemuseums; Maine; On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading institution dedicated to mental healthcare as a Mental Health Worker. This role involves providing compassionate support and direct care to patients, implementing treatment programs, and assisting in community activities. With a focus on rehabilitation and patient well-being, you will work under general supervision in a flexible schedule. Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including health and dental insurance, paid leave, and retirement contributions, while making a meaningful impact in the lives of those with mental health challenges.

Benefits

Paid holidays

Sick leave

Vacation leave

Personal leave

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Retirement Plan

Parental Leave

Qualifications

• Two years of direct care mental health experience required.
• Valid Maine driver’s license needed.

Responsibilities

• Provide paraprofessional support and direct care for patients.
• Implement treatment and educational programs.
• Assist in community reintegration activities.

Skills

Compassionate Care

Direct Patient Care

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Opening Date: May 13, 2025

Closing Date: May 20, 2025

Job Class Code: 4016
Grade: 14
Salary: $21.77 - $28.00 per hour*

*Hourly rate includes a $1.00 per hour salary stipend and a $1.00 per hour direct care stipend. Applicants with Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certificates on the State's CNA registry will receive an additional $.50 per hour.

• Additional weekend differential of $.60 per hour when working weekend hours

Location: Augusta, Maine

Learn more about building your career with us at Riverview Psychiatric Center: Come Join Our Team!

Job Overview:

Are you passionate about mental healthcare and eager to join a team that shares your enthusiasm and commitment to compassionate care? Riverview Psychiatric Center seeks Mental Health Workers to provide paraprofessional support, including direct care, rehabilitation, and behavior modification for patients in state institutions. Responsibilities include implementing treatment and educational programs, providing direct patient care, and maintaining patient areas. Employees may serve as group leaders or primary aides for assigned patient groups, working under general supervision.

This position specializes in community reintegration activities, including trips, appointments, and visits. It also involves assisting the Recreation Department as needed. A valid Maine Driver’s license and the ability to operate a State-owned vehicle are required. When not in the community, these positions function as Mental Health Worker II’s on unit schedules. These are flexible positions with every other weekend rotation.

Minimum Qualifications:

High school diploma or equivalent and two (2) years of direct care mental health experience. Valid Maine driver’s license.

Agency Information:

Riverview Psychiatric Center collaborates with the community to provide treatment, education, and research for individuals with serious mental illness and co-occurring substance use disorders. We are committed to quality care, with accreditation from CMS and the Joint Commission.

The Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) aims to promote health, safety, resilience, and opportunity for Maine residents, providing health and social services to a broad population, including mental health and substance use disorder treatment, and overseeing healthcare providers.

Application Information:

For more details or to request a paper application, contact Tiffany Smith at 207-624-4672 or [e-mail].

Why Join Our Team?

State employees embody Maine’s motto, "Dirigo"—I lead—delivering essential services daily. We support our workforce’s health and wellbeing through a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Work-Life Balance: Paid holidays, sick leave, vacation leave, and personal leave.
• Health Insurance: The State covers 85%-100% of employee-only premiums.
• Dental Insurance: The State pays 100% of employee-only dental premiums.
• Retirement Plan: The State contributes 18.09% of pay to MainePERS.
• Parental Leave: Six weeks of fully paid parental leave for new parents, with additional unpaid leave under FMLA.

State benefits also include wellness programs through the Office of Employee Health and Wellness. Benefits may vary by collective bargaining agreements and are prorated for part-time employees.

Our goal is to create a workplace where you can learn, grow, and refine your skills. We value diverse backgrounds and experiences that contribute to success in this role.

As an Equal Opportunity employer, Maine State Government fosters a culture of respect and inclusion, welcoming applicants of all backgrounds, including race, gender, disability, and more.

If you’re interested in making a meaningful difference, we encourage you to apply. Reasonable accommodations are provided to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request.

Thinking about applying?

If you hesitate to apply because you don’t meet every qualification, we still encourage you to apply. Your lived experience and passion may set you apart, and we value diverse pathways to success.