Crisis Worker

Spurwink is hiring Crisis Workers for our soon-to-open Lewiston Crisis Center, which offers a warm, welcoming environment for individuals ages 14+ experience urgent behavioral health needs. As an alternative to hospitalization or law enforcement intervention, we provide stabilization, observation, assessment, and short-term intervention in a trauma-informed, culturally sensitive environment - open 24/7, 365 days a year, promoting safety, dignity, and recovery.

DUTIES:

• Conduct in-person assessments and provide support and engagement.
• Facilitate referrals to community providers.
• CSP training provided upon hire.
• Maintain regular contact, effectively collaborate with, and facilitate referrals to community providers to advocate on behalf of, and improve the care for, participants.
• Enhance personal development by supporting participants in personal activities and opportunities that enrich their lives.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Associate's degree in related field, Bachelor's degree preferred. MHRT-CSP certified or MHRT-CSP eligible. Will need to obtain a provisional MHRT-CSP within one month of hire (training provided); additional training and hours on the job to obtain full certification. 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.

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