Residential Care Worker I

MaineHealth; Sanford (ME); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits that support individual needs

Paid parental leave

Flexible work policy

Student loan assistance

Training and education

Job summary

MaineHealth in Sanford, ME is seeking a Residential Care Worker to support adults navigating mental health challenges. You will assist residents daily as they follow treatment plans and build community connections.

This role requires working Wednesday through Saturday, from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m., and offers benefits including a sign-on bonus of up to $5,000 for eligible candidates.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Current certification as an Active Certified Residential Medication Aide must be obtained within 1 year of hire.
• Current certification as a Mental Health Rehabilitation Technician 1 (MHRT 1) must be obtained within one year of employment.

Responsibilities

• Support residents day-to-day as they build skills and follow treatment plans.
• Promote recovery and reduce stigma.
• Serve from Wednesday through Saturday, 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Skills

Experience working in a residential setting

Current certification as an Active Certified Residential Medication Aide

Current certification as a Mental Health Rehabilitation Technician 1 (MHRT 1)

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Description

MaineHealth Behavioral Health — Behavioral Health, Req #: 79286

Summary

MaineHealth Behavioral Health provides transitional residential treatment for adults, navigating mental health challenges across 12 programs from York to Belfast. As a Residential Care Worker, you will support residents' day to day as they build skills, follow treatment plans, and strengthen community connections that promote recovery and reduce stigma.

This is a Wednesday through Saturday, 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. opportunity.

Position Highlights

• Shift differentials for evening and weekend shifts
• Eligible candidates may receive a sign-on bonus of up to $5,000, paid in accordance with program guidelines.

Required Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)

1. Education: High school diploma or GED preferred.
2. License/Certifications: Current certification as an Active Certified Residential Medication Aide must be obtained within 1 year of hire. Current certification as a Mental Health Rehabilitation Technician 1 (MHRT 1) must be obtained within one year of employment. Valid Driver's License preferred.
3. Experience: Experience working in a residential setting preferred.
4. Additional Skills/Requirements Required: N/A
5. Additional Skills/Requirements Preferred: N/A

Benefits

We offer benefits that support an individual's needs for today and flexibility to plan for tomorrow – programs such as paid parental leave, a flexible work policy, student loan assistance, training and education, along with well-being resources for you and your family.