Crisis Response Counselor Position Available In Oxford, Maine

Crisis Response Counselor at Community Concepts Inc. in South Paris, Maine, United States Job Description We are hiring a Crisis Response Counselor in either our South Paris or Rumford Office. This position is responsible for providing emergency psychosocial assessments, referrals, and support in person to clients and is full-time at 36 hours per week.

Essential Duties:

Provides high quality crisis response in collaboration with local hospitals and community agencies
Conducting comprehensive assessments and facilitating treatment recommendations
Seek and obtain appropriate level of care placements, including being the gatekeeper to referrals for the Crisis Stabilization Unit. Strong communication and documentation skills are a necessity, as well as ability to multitask and manage crisis situations

Benefits:

Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, life, short and long-term disability
Paid Time Off Paid holidays Retirement plan with agency contribution
Provided

MHRT/CSP

Certification training

Desired Qualifications:

Associate’s Degree in Human Services or related field required
Bachelor’s Degree in Human Services or related field preferred
Previous experience is preferred and not required Obtain and maintain

MHRT/CSP

Certification Other Requirements:

 Must have ability to be on a flexible schedule; Pre-employment background checks: Maine Background Check Center (SBI, Direct Care Worker Registry, Maine and National Sex Offender Registry, fraud, and federal debarment), DHHS- Child and Adult Protective, and DMV must be completed upon offer of hire and as a condition of continued employment; valid driver’s license and travel within the service area is required. Community Concepts, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Provider, committed to fair employment practices in full compliance with applicable laws. Qualified applicants shall receive consideration for employment without regard to religion, national origin, age, disability, ancestry, physical or mental condition, or any other legally protected characteristic. Please request any necessary accommodations to participate in the application process.