Mental Health Worker IV – Group Facilitator Position Available In Penobscot, Maine

State of Maine, Bureau of Human Resources Mental Health Worker IV – Group Facilitator in Bangor
, Maine Mental Health Worker IV – Group Facilitator Bangor , Maine , United States | Therapeutic Services | Full-time Apply by: March 11, 2025 Apply with

Linkedin Apply Opening Date:

February 24, 2025

Closing Date:

March 11, 2024

Job Class Code:

4018

Grade:

19

Salary:

$20.44 – $28.09/ hr.

• This is inclusive of a .

60¢/ hr Institutional Stipend Job duties: Under the direction of the Licensed Clinical Social Services Program Manager, in partnership with the Director of Clinical Services, and as part of a multidisciplinary team. Responsibilities include preparing, implementing and overseeing individual and/or group activities for patients; Observing and recording observations related to patients’ attendance, participation level, behavior and progress; and reporting observations to professional staff. Work is performed under general supervision, with clinical oversight. This is a Monday through Friday position, located at Dorothea Dix Psychiatric Center.

Representative Duties Include But Are Not Limited To:

(A position may not be assigned all the duties listed, nor do the listed examples include all the duties that may be assigned):

• Prepares, implements, and directs individual or group programs and activities under the direction of professional staff in order to promote and support patient treatment and goals.
• Observes, documents observations, and prepares reports concerning behavior, participation level, and progress in order to provide information to professional staff and support the development of treatment plans
• Attends multidisciplinary reports and treatment plans
• Maintains a safe and orderly work area and assists in routine housekeeping as necessary in order to provide a pleasant and safe environment for patients.
• Stores, inspects, and inventories program supplies, materials, and specialized equipment in order to assure availability and proper maintenance of equipment for program activities.
• Accompanies and/or transports patients to activities and programs both on and off facility grounds in order to ensure safe arrival and promote a broad range of experiences

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• A bachelor’s degree in psychology, Sociology, or related field -OR- four (4) years progressively responsible experience in an institution or community based mental health/developmental disabilities program.
• The ability to multi-task and thrive in a fast-paced environment is critical.
• Time management skills.

Agency information:

Dorothea Dix Psychiatric Center (DDPC) (https://www.maine.gov/dhhs/ddpc) is a 69-bed psychiatric hospital serving the entire State of Maine that provides services for people with severe mental illness. As a member of a statewide community of care givers, DDPC collaborates with individuals with severe and persistent mental illness, their community and personal supports, to provide recovery-oriented, respectful, compassionate, and effective psychiatric care and treatment in the least restrictive, safest, and most therapeutic environment we can create. The Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) (https://www.maine.gov/dhhs/) is dedicated to promoting health, safety, resilience, and opportunity for Maine people. The Department provides health and social services to approximately a third of the State’s population, including children, families, older Mainers, and individuals with disabilities, mental illness, and substance use disorders. The Department also promotes public health, operates two state psychiatric hospitals, and provides oversight to health care providers.

APPLICATION INFORMATION

For additional information about this position please contact Rebecca Bennett at 207-561-5431 or emailrebecca.bennett@maine.gov. To apply, please upload a resume and cover letter. To request a paper application, please contact Theresa Peppard at theresa.m.peppard@maine.gov. Benefits of working for the

State of Maine:

No matter where you work across Maine state government, you find employees who embody our state motto—”Dirigo” or “I lead”—as they provide essential services to Mainers every day. We believe in supporting our workforce’s health and wellbeing with a valuable total compensation package, including: Work-Life Fit – Rest is essential. Take time for yourself using 13 paid holidays , 12 days of sick leave , and 3+ weeks of vacation leave annually. Vacation leave accrual increases with years of service, and overtime-exempt employees receive personal leave. Health Insurance Coverage – The State of Maine pays 85%-95% of employee-only premiums ($11,196.96 – $12,514.32 annual value), depending on salary. Use this chart to find the premium costs for you and your family, including the percentage of dependent coverage paid by the State. Dental Insurance – The State of Maine pays 100% of employee-only dental premiums ($387.92 annual value). Retirement Plan – The State contributes the equivalent of 13.29% of the employee’s pay towards the Maine Public Employees Retirement System (MainePERS). Parental leaveis one of the most important benefits for any working parent. All employees who are welcoming a child—including non-birthing parents and adoptive parents—receivesix weeks of fully paid parental leave. Additional, unpaid leave may also be available, under theFamily and Medical Leave Act (https://www.maine.gov/bhr/state-employees/workplace-posters) . State employees are eligible for an extensive and highly competitive benefits package (https://www.maine.gov/bhr/state-jobs/compensation-benefits) , covering many aspects of wellness. Learn about additional wellness benefits for State employees from the Office of Employee Health and Wellness (https://www.maine.gov/bhr/oeh/) .

Note:

Benefits may vary somewhat according to specific collective bargaining agreements and are prorated for anything less than full-time. There’s a job and then there’s purposeful, transformative work. Our aim is to create a workplace where you can learn, grow, and continuously refine your skills. Applicants demonstrate job requirements in differing ways, and we appreciate that many skills and backgrounds can make people successful in this role. As an Equal Opportunity employer, Maine State Government embraces a culture of respect and awareness. We are committed to creating a strong sense of belonging for all team members, and our process ensures an inclusive environment to applicants of all backgrounds including diverse race, color, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity, physical or mental disability, religion, age, ancestry, national origin, familial status or genetics. If you’re looking for a great next step, and want to feel good about what you do, we’d love to hear from you. Please note reasonable accommodations are provided to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. Thinking about applying? Research shows that people from historically excluded communities tend to apply to jobs only when they check every box in the posting. If you’re currently reading this and hesitating to apply for that reason, we encourage you to go for it! Let us know how your lived experience and passion set you apart.