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Kennebec Behavioral Health
Residential Crisis Workers
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What they do
A Residential Assistant or Advisor works in a residential mental health, long-term care, or substance abuse treatment facility and provides support for patients, including resolving conflicts, helping them adjust to their environment, and alleviating concerns. Performs inspections and assists with move-ins and facility programming.
$50,052 / year median in Maine
+3% projected growth
Job Description
Residential Crisis Workers 3.6 3.6 out of 5 stars Waterville, ME 04901 $19.00 - $22.50 an hour - Part-time, Full-time, Per diem Kennebec Behavioral Health 52 reviews $19.00 - $22.50 an hour - Part-time, Full-time, Per diem Looking for a career where you can make a difference in someone's life every day? How about $19.00 to $22.50 per hour base pay and up to $1,500 sign-on bonus sound for making a difference? Join Kennebec Behavioral Health, a nonprofit organization serving Maine Communities since 1960 as one of the Best Places to work in Maine for four consecutive years. We are seeking compassionate and motivated individuals to join our team supporting adults in our Crisis Stabilization Unit in Waterville. This is a short-term residential program provides support to individuals experiencing a mental health crisis. As a Residential Crisis Worker , you will help individuals stabilize, develop coping skills, and successfully transition back to their homes and communities.
What we offer:
- $19-22.50/hour base pay
- Shift differential for evenings and overnights
- Up to $1,500 sign-on bonus
- Full-time (40 hours) and per diem opportunities
- Meaningful work helping individuals during critical moments
- Training opportunities
What You'll Do:
- Provide support and supervision to adults receiving crisis stabilization
- Help clients develop coping and daily living skills
- Support a safe, structured residential environment
- Work collaboratively with clinicians and crisis team members
- Support transition planning by linkage and referral to supportive services and resources
- Medication Administration with CRMA certification
Qualifications:
MHRT-1 certification or eligibility for provisional certification. Valid driver's license and reliable vehicle, along with a minimum of $100,000/$300,000 liability and uninsured motorist coverage for potentially transporting clients. Strong communication and rapport-building skills.Preferred skills:
- Experience in residential setting or behavioral health
- De-escalation and crisis support experience
- Experience working as part of an interdisciplinary team Join the Kennebec Behavioral Health team and help make a difference in the lives of Maine adults and families.