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.
Spurwink has an opportunity for an organized individual with solid clinical skills to become a Clinician. This position is an integral part of supporting the implementation of Spurwink's clinical model. This is a full-time year-round salaried position (4-10-hour days) that provides comprehensive psychiatric/crisis assessments to individuals ages 14+. Spurwink is opening the first living room crisis model in the state of Maine. Open 24/7, 365 days a year, the center will offer a space for individuals and families to seek crisis support through the use of trained professionals, comprehensive assessments and coordination with community supports and resources.
DUTIES:
Demonstrate respect for participants' self-determination, motivation, skills, and priorities, with the goal of optimizing participant recovery. 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. Maintain regular contact, effectively collaborate with, and facilitate referrals to community providers to advocate on behalf of, and improve the care for, participants. May supervise other social workers, students, or other staff.
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) Spurwink is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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.
