Crisis Worker

Spurwink is hiring Crisis Workers for our soon-to-open Lewiston Crisis Center, which offers a warm, welcoming environment for individuals ages 14+ experience urgent behavioral health needs. As an alternative to hospitalization or law enforcement intervention, we provide stabilization, observation, assessment, and short-term intervention in a trauma-informed, culturally sensitive environment - open 24/7, 365 days a year, promoting safety, dignity, and recovery.

DUTIES:

Conduct in-person assessments and provide support and engagement. Facilitate referrals to community providers. CSP training provided upon hire. Maintain regular contact, effectively collaborate with, and facilitate referrals to community providers to advocate on behalf of, and improve the care for, participants. Enhance personal development by supporting participants in personal activities and opportunities that enrich their lives.

QUALIFICATIONS

Associate's degree in related field, Bachelor's degree preferred.

MHRT-CSP

certified or

MHRT-CSP

eligible. Will need to obtain a provisional

MHRT-CSP

within one month of hire (training provided); additional training and hours on the job to obtain full certification. Must maintain required licensing and certification throughout the duration of employment with Spurwink in this role.

Competitive Benefits Package:

Health/Dental/Vision /Pet Insurance Employer Paid Life Insurance and Short/Long Term Disability Retirement Account with Matching Contribution (after one year of service) Scholarships to ME Community Colleges Tuition Reimbursement 25% Tuition Reimbursement for UNE Master of Social Work Program Eligible employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program Quality Supervision and Paid Training Opportunities Career Advancement Opportunities Flexibility of Schedules Generous Paid Time Off Opportunity for Same Day Pay Health Plan Enrollees - Access to Several Discounts (Hotels, Electronics, Auto, Groceries, Event Tickets, and More) Spurwink is an Equal Opportunity Employer. #IND3