Crisis Residential Specialist (Children Services) - MHRT1

Crisis Residential Specialist (Children Services) - MHRT1

Job Type(s):Full-Time

Location(s):Bangor, Maine

Licenses/Certifications:MRHT1 or provisional

Experience:Working with clients who have mental illness

Job Description

Will monitor and provide therapeutic support in a short-term residential setting for clients who are in psychiatric crisis.

Service delivered is described in each individual's crisis stabilization plan. Service is provided to children with varying needs, difficulties, levels of ability and demands in a quick paced environment.

Must have a High School Diploma or GED

Strong knowledge of medications and medical terminology, mental health issues and crisis theory is preferred.

CHCS believes in the importance of work-life balance, we offer generous leave time with paid sick & vacation time plus seven paid holidays and five paid float holiday time to our full-time staff and pro-rated time for part-time staff.

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In accordance with all applicable state and federal laws and regulations cited below, Community Health and Counseling Services (CHCS) does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, disability, age, genetic information, pay transparency, and status as a protected veteran, or any other trait that is protected under local, state or federal law in admission or access to, or treatment or employment in, its programs or activities.