Crisis Worker

at Community Health and Counseling Services in Bangor, Maine, United States

Job Description

Crisis Worker

Job Type(s):Full-Time

Location(s):Bangor, Maine

Licenses/Certifications:MHRT/CSP or able to obtain within 90 days of employment

Education:Minimum of credits equivalent to an Associate’s Degree in a relevant field of study

Experience:Must have 2 years of work experience providing related direct services to individuals and their families

Job Description

The primary duty of the Crisis Receiving Center Crisis Worker is to provide crisis

intervention, crisis stabilization counseling, assessment and intervention services, and short-term community support to participants in the Crisis Receiving Center. The Crisis Receiving Center Crisis Worker collaborates with leadership and Receiving Center Staff in providing information, consultation and education programs about mental health crisis and services. Performing the duties of this position requires advanced knowledge in a field of science or learning customarily acquired by a prolonged course of specialized experience and instruction.

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.

Notice of Non-Discrimination

Discrimination is Against the Law

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.