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Maine Vocational and Rehabilitation Associates
DLS / MHRT1
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What they do
A Mental Health Assistant provides basic care and assistance with daily activities to patients with mental illnesses or cognitive disabilities. Helps patients dress and eat, monitors patients' well-being, and restrains patients if they become physically violent. Works in hospitals or mental health care facilities.
$41,219 / year median in Maine
+7% projected growth
Job Description
Join Our Daily Living Skills (DLS) Team
- MHRT1 Position Part-time with full-time potential.
- Why Work With Us? Impactful work
- You'll be directly helping clients live their best lives. Flexible scheduling
- Part-time positions available with the potential to grow into full-time. Competitive pay
- Earn up to $24/hour with differential. Supportive environment
- Be part of a compassionate, collaborative team with ongoing supervision and training opportunities.
- What You'll Do As a DLS team member, you'll support clients in building real-world skills such as: Learning healthy coping strategies & building resilience Encouraging hygiene and healthy lifestyle habits Assisting with medication management & appointment coordination Teaching meal planning, shopping, and budgeting Supporting clients in maintaining their homes and daily routines Reducing isolation by encouraging community involvement and social activities Helping clients access community resources and self-help groups•What We're Looking For We're searching for caring individuals who are: Certified MHRT1 (or Provisional MHRT1) Patient, kind, and compassionate Energetic and positive , with strong problem-solving skills Non-judgmental and professional , able to maintain healthy boundaries•
Details Hours:
Flexible, based on client needsPay:
Up to $24/hour with differentialLocation:
On the road in the Augusta area. Main office located in Augusta.- If you're passionate about empowering others, building independence, and making an impact, we'd love to hear from you.