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Sweetser

Residential Support Counselor - Belfast

Pay: $39,520/yr

Posted: 06/26/2026

Location: Belfast, ME (Onsite)

Last Updated: 1 week ago

Hours: Full-Time

Expires: 9/28/2026

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What they do

A Mental or Behavioral Health Counselor works with patients to treat mental health problems. Assesses patients and assists with diagnosis, counseling and crisis intervention. Consults with nurses, doctors and psychiatrists. May work with specific populations, such as youth, senior citizens or substance abusers, in group settings, facilities or hospitals.

$36,405 / year median in Maine

+20% projected growth

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Job Description

Becoming part of the Sweetser family means you can make a difference in the lives of Maine children, adults, and families every day. As a nationally recognized and accredited leader, we offer competitive salaries, a wide range of benefits and the opportunity to join a passionate team of more than 700 employees. Start Over with your Job Search Returning Applicant? Login Now Residential Support Counselor -

Belfast Job Code:

13300

Location:

Belfast 04915

Department:

Adult

PNMI FT/PT

Status:

Full Time Summary:

Join the Adult Residential Team in Belfast! $2,000 Sign-On Bonus for full-time! $19 Hourly with benefits!

Schedule:

Alternating Schedule - Week 1 Wednesday-Friday 8am-8pm Week 2 Thursday-Saturday 8am-8pm Participate in a dynamic team providing support to individuals with mental illness. Within the framework of recovery and resiliency provide for a positive environment to foster the development of independent living skills while monitoring and role modeling health and safety.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Provide a positive emotional support and supervision to residents. Assist individuals to reach their goals and improve skills for independent living. Encourage and support the resident's efforts to maintain their health status through hygiene, diet, exercise, rest and utilization of coping strategies. Encourage and support resident's efforts to increase opportunities for social contact, vocational development, skill development for independent living, psychosocial rehabilitation and access to community resources. Facilitate administration of medications and complete required documentation. Work collaboratively as a member of a team. Assure quality in work performed to facilitate the delivery of quality services. Understand and follow all Sweetser health and safety policies. Be committed to the mission, vision, and values of the organization.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

Valid state driver's license. Persons with lived experience in the Mental Health and/or Substance Abuse system are encouraged to apply. One (1) year of experience providing direct care and/or crisis intervention to adults in a related field.

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

High School diploma or

GED. MHRT-I

state certification or eligibility for and completion of certification within the first year of employment.