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Spurwink Services

Clinician - Crisis Center

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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

Spurwink is hiring Clinicians 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. This position includes a $2,000 sign-on bonus.
DUTIES:
Evaluate the psychosocial needs of patients/clients and their families by a completed thorough crisis evaluation. Provide complex discharge planning, coordinate aftercare services, and make referrals for other community services based on the treatment plan. Participate in crisis de-escalation and management. Maintain an awareness of psychosocial stressors that are likely to increase or result in crisis. Provide emotional co-regulation and support to individuals, couples, and families. Conduct in-person assessments with participants in the crisis center and engage frequently with participants in an open milieu.
QUALIFICATIONS
Masters' degree from an accredited school.
Clinical licensure of:
LCSW or LCPC preferred. Maine state alcohol and drug counselor certification preferred. 1-2 years of relevant supervisory experience preferred (i.e., mental health, social services). 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) This sign-on bonus exclusively applies to new hires. Spurwink is an Equal Opportunity Employer. #ESJ1
Requirements:
Masters' degree from an accredited school.
Clinical licensure of:
LCSW or LCPC preferred. Maine state alcohol and drug counselor certification preferred. 1-2 years of relevant supervisory experience preferred (i.e., mental health, social services). Must maintain required licensing and certification throughout the duration of employment with Spurwink in this role.