RESIDENTIAL COUNSELOR/RELIEF

NFI North, Inc.; Bangor (ME); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

NFI North, Inc. in Bangor, Maine seeks an Early Morning Relief Direct Care Counselor for the Summit View Program. The role supports youth ages 10–20 in residential and in-home treatment settings, emphasizing safety, supervision, and collaboration with families.

The candidate should have at least one year working with youth, with a preference for BHP or CRMA certification and a 4-year degree in human services or related fields. Training and advancement opportunities are highlighted.

Qualifications

• One year working with youth.
• Current BHP or CRMA certification a plus.
• Strong organization and communication skills.
• Bachelor's degree in human services, social work, psychology, sociology or equivalent preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a safe, supportive environment for participants.
• Supervise participants and provide crisis intervention as needed.
• Engage in case management/advocacy and complete related documentation.
• Provide instruction, support and assist families in homes or communities.

Skills

Youth work

Crisis intervention

Strong communication

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelors Degree in human services

BHP/CRMA cert

Job description

At NFI North, we strive to create a world where mental and behavioral health services are readily accessible for everyone creatingA Place to Belong. NFI North provides mental health and behavioral support services to people facing life challenges. We design diverse and innovative programs that provide a high level of structure within communities of care when a person or family is in need. Our goal is for people to grow, have hope, thrive in their community and feel like they belong.

NFI North is currently looking for an early morning Relief Direct Care Counselor to work in our Summit View Program, located in Bangor, Maine. We have an immediate opening for Relief Residential Counselors/Behavioral Health Professionals in our Residential and In-home Treatment Program serving youth ages 10–20.

Relief Direct Care Counselors are needed to work with our participants and their families in our residential program.Residential Counselors are responsible for day to day operations including: maintaining a safe and supportive environment for participants, supervision of participants, crisis intervention, case management/advocacy and all related documentation. Behavioral Health Professionals provide instruction, support and assist families with challenges they may encounter within their own homes or in their communities.

Qualifications: One year working with youth. Current BHP or CRMA certification a plus! Strong organization and communication skills are necessary; ability to assume and delegate responsibilities and exercise decision making is also required. Preference will be given to candidates with a Bachelors Degree in human services, social work, psychology, sociology or equivalent.

The ideal candidate will be flexible, energetic and creative and have the desire to be part of a team of professionals.

NFI North offers competitive salaries, an environment that allows for creativity, a sense of empowerment and many opportunities for advancement in addition to excellent training and a supportive work environment.

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