What are the responsibilities and job description for the Residential Support Workers position at Kennebec Behavioral Health?
**$1,000 to $1,500 SIGN-ON BONUS
Are you passionate about making a difference and get your foot in the door in the behavioral health field? At Kennebec Behavioral Health (KBH), we’ve been helping people since 1960, been named one of the Best Places to Work in Maine for the last 5 years and now recognized as a Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic (CCBHC). Now, we’re looking for motivated, compassionate, and energetic individuals to join our team. Whether you’re starting your career or want flexible hours that work with your lifestyle, KBH has an opportunity for you! We’re hiring second shifts, overnight and per diem support staff to join our 24/7 residential mental health programs. KBH has positions in Augusta, Skowhegan and Waterville. There are full-time, part-time and per diem positions available.
Why Work With Us?
- Flexible schedule – ideal for students, second jobs, or anyone gaining experience
- Cross-training across programs, including Crisis Stabilization Units (CSUs) – giving you more opportunities to pick up shifts
- Supportive, hands-on training and team atmosphere
- Entry-level friendly – no experience required to get started!
What You’ll Be Doing:
- Supporting adults living with mental illness in daily life and routines
- Helping with medication, transportation, and community activities
- Responding to crisis situations with a calm, supportive approach (training provided)
- Encouraging independence and building life skills
- Writing daily progress notes and working as part of a team
- Occasional mandatory (mandated) shifts may apply during staff shortages
What You Need:
- High school diploma or GED
- 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
- A positive attitude, willingness to learn, and strong communication skills
- CRMA and/ or MHRT/C is a plus – but not required. We’ll help you get certified!
What You’ll Get:
- $19-22.50/hour base pay
- Shift differential for evenings and overnights
- Up to $1,500 sign-on bonus
- Meaningful work helping individuals
- Training opportunities
Start your career in mental health, gain real-world experience, and be part of something meaningful.
Apply now and make a difference—one shift at a time.
KBH is an eligible employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) that provides workers with qualifying employment and loan payments federal student debt forgiveness after 10 years or 120 monthly payments.
Job Types: Full-time, Per diem
Pay: $19.00 - $22.50 per hour
Benefits:
- 403(b)
- 403(b) matching
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Flexible spending account
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Mileage reimbursement
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Augusta, ME 04330 (Preferred)
Willingness to travel:
- 50% (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $19 - $23