Hourly Rate: $19 Per Hour
$5,000 sign-on bonus!
Schedule: Friday-Sunday 10pm-9am
Start a rewarding career, providing direct support to children experiencing a mental health challenge!
In addition to making a difference in the lives of children, you will receive extensive paid training and certifications, with opportunities for growth in the field! Now scheduling interviews for full-time and per diem positions!
This position offers the opportunity to advance up the career ladder to Youth & Family Counselor II after 6 months in the role and after obtaining the required training and certifications. Successful completion of requirements comes with a $1 increase!
THE IDEAL PERSON WOULD:
- Provide direct care by displaying the role of tutor, role model, cook and source of emotional support.
- Provide assistance by creating and following developmentally appropriate recreational activities.
- Transport clients to home visits, appointments, etc.
- Maintain a safe and effective milieu by participating in the provision of a structured, therapeutic environment.
- Collaborate with staff and families to achieve desired treatment outcomes.
JOB REQUIREMENTS:
- Desire to work with children in need.
- Clean and valid Maine driver's license.
- Persons with lived experience in the Mental Health and/or Substance Abuse system are encouraged to apply.
- Must be able to speak, read and write English fluently.
EDUCATIONAL/SKILLS/KNOWLEDGE REQUIREMENTS:
- High school diploma or GED with the ability to work with difficult-to-manage youth.
- Capacity to develop a professional orientation to child care.
- Ability to relate to children with warmth and understanding, and have the ability to identify the needs and problems of children.
- Demonstrated ability to work cooperatively with other professionals on behalf of youth and their families.
POTENTIAL GROWTH OPPORTUNITIES:
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Higher Level Youth & Family Counselor.
- Supervisory Positions.
- Case Management and Clinical (with education).
Comprehensive Benefits Package Includes:
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Medical/dental/vision insurance and HSA/FSA options with generous employer contributions
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Employer-paid life insurance and disability coverage
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Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for employees and household members
- 403(b) retirement plan with employer match
- Generous paid time off, paid holidays, and float day
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Paid Family and Medical Leave
- Employee discount program
- Milage reimbursement, applicable incentive and differential pay programs
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Eligibility for annual increases and referral bonuses
- Tuition reimbursement and educational partnership discounts
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30% tuition discount for UNE's Online Graduate Programs
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program
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Free professional development and training opportunities through the Sweetser Training Institute
