Crisis Residential Counselor - Part-Time Nights - Brunswick
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Sweetser is hiring a Crisis Residential Counselor - Part-Time Nights - Brunswick. Sweetser seeks a part‑time Crisis Residential Counselor for night shifts in Brunswick, Maine, to provide crisis stabilization services to adults in psychiatric crisis, maintaining safety, documenting progress, and supporting client recovery on the unit.
Key focus areas include Provide supportive, respectful, non‑judgmental care to adult clients, Engage clients actively while maintaining clear boundaries, and Support independent client functioning and skill development.
Successful candidates bring Valid State Driver's License, High School Diploma, and Experience Working In Mental/Behavioral Health Field. Preferred (not required): Supportive Care, Respectful Care, Non-Judgmental Care, and Client Engagement.
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Crisis Residential Counselor - Part-Time Nights - Brunswick
Job Code:13340
Location:Brunswick 04011
Department:Crisis Stabilization Adlt
FT/PT Status:Part Time
Summary:
Hourly Rate: $19 Per Hour
$2,500 sign-on bonus!
Schedule - Saturday & Sunday 7pm-7:30am
This position is located in Brunswick and works on Sweetser's Crisis Stabilization Unit. Provide crisis stabilization services to adults who are in a psychiatric crisis. This position will interact with the client in a positive environment that is assessed as necessary to prevent de-compensation or acute psychiatric hospitalization.
This position offers the opportunity to advance up the career ladder to Crisis Residential Counselor II after 6 months in the role and after obtaining the required training and certifications. Successful completion of requirements comes with a $1 increase!
THE IDEAL CANDIDATE WOULD:
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Provide supportive, respectful, non-judgmental care to adult clients and assist them in meeting goals identified in treatment plans.
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Actively engage with clients while maintaining clear boundaries.
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Accept individual differences and learn from them.
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Approach each client with an attitude of discovery and hope.
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Support independent client functioning that leads to increased skills upon discharge.
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Utilize effective communication skills that improve client outcomes and promote teamwork.
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Work as a team player delivering effective care to clients and promoting continuous harmonious working relationships.
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Independently maintain an environment that promotes safety and efficiency.
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Write descriptive and concise progress notes relative to the clients' defined goals and objectives.
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Have the ability to relate effectively to a wide range of clients.
POSITION REQUIREMENTS:
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Valid state driver's license.
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Persons with lived experience in the Mental Health and/or Substance Abuse system are encouraged to apply.
EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:
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High School diploma and experience working in the mental/behavioral health field.
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One (1) year of experience providing direct care and/or crisis intervention to adults in a related field.
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MHRT I state certification or eligibility for and completion of certification within the first year of employment.
BenefitsInclude:
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Flexible schedules with a variety of shift and houroptions
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Milage reimbursement, applicable incentive anddifferential pay programs
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Eligibility for annual increases and referral bonuses
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Paid Family and Medical Leave
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Employee discount program
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Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for employees andhousehold members
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403(b) retirement plan with employer match
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Educational partnership discounts
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30% tuition discount for UNE's Online GraduatePrograms
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Free professional development and trainingopportunities through the Sweetser Training Institute
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