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Crisis Residential Professional Overnight - Brunswick
Job Code:12216
Location:Brunswick 04011
Department:Crisis Stabilization Adlt
FT/PT Status:Full Time
  
Summary:
$2,000 Sign-On Bonus!

$17 Per Hour + shift differential! Increased weekend overnight differential!


Amazing opportunity to be part of an Enthusiastic and intuitive team, caring for Mainers recovering from a psychiatric crisis. This is an entry level position and is a great opportunity for growth of knowledge and experience working in the mental health field. 

Staff will be awake to monitor safety, complete cleaning tasks, take trainings as assigned, ensure all documentation is completed. There is often downtime during this shift, which is great for college students.
This full-time position provides Crisis Residential Services to adults who are recovering from a Psychiatric Crisis. In this position staff interact with clients using a strength based and trauma informed approach to care. Staff will engage clients in a positive manner to prevent de-compensation. Staff will encourage and support client’s efforts to increase opportunities for social contact and access to community resources.

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE WOULD:
• Provide supportive, respectful, non-judgmental care to adult clients and assist them in meeting goals identified in treatment plans.
• Actively engage with clients while maintaining clear boundaries.
• Accept individual differences and learn from them.
• Approach each client with an attitude of discovery and hope.
• Support independent client functioning that leads to increased skills upon discharge. 
• Utilize effective communication skills that improve client outcomes and promote teamwork.
• Work as a team player delivering effective care to clients and promoting continuous harmonious working relationships.
• Independently maintain an environment that promotes safety and efficiency.
• Write descriptive and concise progress notes relative to the clients' defined goals and objectives.
• Have the ability to relate effectively to a wide range of clients.

SCHEDULE:

Thursday-Saturday 8pm-8am

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:
• Valid state driver's license.
• Persons with lived experience in the Mental Health and/or Substance Abuse system are encouraged to apply.

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• High School diploma and experience working in the mental/behavioral health field.
• One (1) year of experience providing direct care and/or crisis intervention to adults in a related field.
• MHRT I state certification or eligibility for and completion of certification within the first year of employment.