Job description

Volunteers of America Northern New England is currently offering candidates excellent wages, growth opportunities, a strong and team-based work culture, and a $2000 sign-on bonus! We look forward to meeting you!

Come join an organization that truly values your knowledge and experience in your field! We are very proud to be a certified Great Place to Work 2023 employer!

Volunteers of America Northern New England is currently seeking experienced, MHRT-1 certified candidates to grow our team in Southern Maine.

$20-$22/hour starting wage!

Our valued Mental Health Rehabilitation Technicians assist clients in the areas of basic life skills, helping clients to work on their short-term and long-term goals. Our employees help clients learn new skills, encourage positive behavior by use of positive reinforcement while documenting all services provided according to program policies and state licensing guidelines.

Multiple locations hiring in Southern Maine: Biddeford, Saco, South Portland.

Please identify your interest in location in the Indeed Application.

Responsibilities:

· Work within a residential setting, providing mental health services to clients.

· Aid with patient care, treatment planning and management of social and adaptive skills.

· Assist individuals who are living with mental illness to maintain the highest level of independence possible.

· Support clients as they develop and support their skills of daily living and progress toward mental health recovery.

· Engage in meaningful physical and mental activities.

Qualifications:

· High School Diploma required; college education in relevant discipline or experience working within the behavioral health field preferred. Proof of education will be required upon hire.

· MHRT-1 Certification required.

· Knowledge of basic life skills, understanding of community resources, implementation of individual training plans, and documentation of care preferred.

· Ability to self-motivate and initiate work independently as well as exhibit teamwork and collaborate effectively with all members of the team.

· Willingness to engage with clients and utilize appropriate de-escalation strategies when clients are in crisis.

· Excellent communication skills, including active listening, written, oral and record-keeping skills.

· Strong relationship-building skills, with the ability to exhibit compassion and patience.

· Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.

· Valid Maine driver's license within 30 days of employment and transportation required. The employee must have a good driving record and at least 3 years of driving experience to transport clients using their vehicle.

Per the state of Maine regulations, all behavioral health and IDD employees will have to submit proof of immunization records upon employment for the following: MMR, Varicella, Hepatitis B, Flu, and COVID-19.

Check out this special message regarding our amazing culture (copy and paste in a new browser): https://youtu.be/4hB33BXRUys

Volunteers of America Northern New England is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We celebrate diversity and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $20.00 - $22.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Holidays
• Monday to Friday
• Night shift
• Overnight shift
• Weekend availability

Supplemental pay types:

• Signing bonus

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Application Question(s):

• Do you have valid and active MHRT-1 cert?
• Do you have a valid Maine Driver's License?
• What would be your preference for work location (Biddeford, Saco, or South Portland)?
• Per the state of Maine regulations, all behavioral health, and IDD employees will have to submit proof of immunization records upon employment for the following: MMR, Varicella, Hepatitis B, Flu, and COVID-19. Would you be able to submit proof of vaccinations as required by the state for this position?

Work Location: One location

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