Behavioral Health Professional (BHP) – Kennebec & Somerset County

Penquis -
Fairfield, ME

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Job Details

Part-time
$17.33 - $22.53 an hour
11 days ago

Benefits

Paid training
Opportunities for advancement
Flexible schedule
Retirement plan

Qualifications

High school diploma or GED
Driver's License

Full Job Description

Location

Fairfield, Maine

Employment Type

Part Time

Work Arrangement

Community / Field Based

Schedule

Up to 20 hours per week, primarily during afternoon and early evening hours.

Benefits Eligibility

Limited Eligibility

Compensation

$17.33–$22.53 per hour

Job Overview

Penquis is seeking a part-time Behavioral Health Professional (BHP) to work with children and young adults through hands-on skill building and community-based support. This role focuses on helping clients build confidence, practice daily living skills, and develop greater independence through interactive activities and outings.

Responsibilities

Use games and activities to teach directions and healthy emotional responses.
Use video clips and other tools to practice non-verbal communication skills.
Support community outings that build safety skills and positive friendships.
Teach money skills and independent community interactions during errands and outings.
Practice meal planning and cooking skills with clients.
Help clients learn self-soothing strategies and how to ask for help.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Valid Maine driver's license in good standing with reliable transportation and automobile insurance.
Access to a cell phone or smartphone.
Ability to meet Penquis background-check requirements upon hire and periodically thereafter, with satisfactory results as required by current contract provisions.

Benefits

Earned paid leave
Paid training for required certifications, including BHP certification, First Aid/CPR, Safety Care, Trauma Informed Care, and Mandated Reporter
Retirement Plans

Additional Details

Service Area

We are looking for BHPs in the Skowhegan, Madison, Anson, Waterville, Oakfield, Plymouth, and Fairfield areas.

This opportunity is well suited for candidates with flexible schedules, including college students, teachers, ed techs, and retirees.

Questions About Applying

Penquis offers an excellent benefits package and competitive wages, and opportunities for educational advancement, certification, and coursework. For more information email [email protected] or call 207-973-3500 (TDD: 207-973-3520).

Equal Opportunity and Workplace Information

In accordance with federal regulations, Penquis does not discriminate. Reasonable accommodation will be made for otherwise qualified persons with disabilities. Penquis is a smoke-free workplace.

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