What are the responsibilities and job description for the Residential Crisis Workers position at Kennebec Behavioral Health?
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. Apply today!
Pay: $19.00 - $22.50 per hour
Benefits:
- 403(b)
- 403(b) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Experience:
- Behavioral Health in a residential setting: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- Maine Driver's License (Required)
- MHRT-1 or provisional MHRT 1 (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Waterville, ME 04901 (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $19 - $23