Crisis Residential Counselor - Saco
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Sweetser is hiring a Crisis Residential Counselor - Saco. The Crisis Residential Counselor provides crisis stabilization services to adults in a psychiatric crisis at Sweetser's Crisis Stabilization Unit in Saco, Maine, delivering supportive, non‑judgmental care, maintaining safety, writing progress notes, and promoting client independence while working as part of a team.
Key focus areas include Provide supportive, respectful, non‑judgmental care to adult clients and assist them in meeting treatment plan goals, Actively engage with clients while maintaining clear boundaries, and Accept individual differences and learn from them.
Preferred (not required): Effective Communication, Collaboration, Non‑Judgmental Care, and Supportive Care.
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Crisis Residential Counselor - Saco
Job Code:13369
Location:Saco 04072
Department:Crisis Stabilization Adlt
FT/PT Status:Full Time
Summary:
$5,000 Sign-On Bonus!
Hourly Rate: $18
Schedule: Sunday-Tuesday 7am-7pm
This position is located in Saco/Biddeford area 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.
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Must be able to speak, read and write English fluently.
EDUCATIONAL 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 60 days of employment.
ComprehensiveBenefits Package Includes:
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Medical/dental/vision insurance and HSA/FSA optionswith generous employer contributions
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Employer-paid life insurance and disability coverage
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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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Generous paid time off, paid holidays, and float day
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Paid Family and Medical Leave
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Employee discount program
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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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Tuition reimbursement and educational partnershipdiscounts
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30% tuition discount for UNE's Online GraduatePrograms
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Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program
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Free professional development and trainingopportunities through the Sweetser Training Institute
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