Relief Residential Crisis Worker

Relief Residential Crisis Worker Broadway Crossings Crisis Residential Program Pay rate : $22.00/hour We provide all trainings to become MHRT-1 certified! The Opportunity Alliance is seeking a Relief Re sidential Crisis Worker (RCW) to join the Broadway Crossings team. Broadway Crossings provides short-term, trauma-informed, stabilization services to adults experiencing a mental health or co-occurring crisis in a home like environment as an alternative to psychiatric hospitalization. As a Residential Crisis Worker, you will provide direct service to clients as part of a multi-disciplinary team by: providing listening support identifying needs assisting clients in achievement of treatment plan goals administering medication administering risk assessment, milieu management, household organization provide medical record documentation. “This role is required by the State of Maine to have proof of immunization or documented immunity against rubeola (measles), mumps, rubella (German measles), varicella (chicken pox), hepatitis B (optional), and influenza. Medical exemption may be accommodated with a written statement from a licensed medical professional. The Agency may assist with obtaining vaccines or proof of immunity if needed”. Schedule : Per Diem, as needed Location : Onsite in South Portland, ME Qualifications : High School Diploma with 5 years related experience required. Associates degree in Behavioral Health or related field and 2 years of relevant experience or Bachelor’s degree in Social Work or other relevant area preferred. Must become certified as Mental Health Rehabilitation Technician 1 (MHRT1) within 1 year of employment (trainings provided); then maintain required trainings to uphold continuous MHRT1 status. At least one year of experience in mental health field preferred. Technical literacy, knowledge of DSM-V, solid oral and written communication, strong organizational skills. Ability to work in a team environment. Flexible schedule is required. Computer efficiency is a requirement. Must be able to able to successfully pass a criminal background, child protective service check & sex offender check. Must not be on the state or federal suspension and disbarment list. MHRT is required for position you must pass CNA registry check Must be able to pass pre-employment physical and TB screen. Must be able to exert moderate physical effort with occasional standing, walking, reaching, stooping, bending, kneeling, crouching, typing and frequently lift and carry small children or material weighing up to 25 pounds. Driving may be necessary to attend meetings and trainings and for the occasional need to meet with clients offsite and within the program service area. This may include transportation of clients or driving to agency location to complete work. A good driving record is required . Benefits : Our benefits include but are not limited to: (offered to full-time and part-time employees) Generous paid time off accrual 9 paid holidays per calendar year and up to 3 floating holidays per calendar year Excellent medical benefits at very reasonable cost Dental and Vision insurance options Agency paid basic life insurance and STD & LTD disability insurances 403(b) retirement with a generous agency match (all employees are eligible) Tuition Reimbursement – offered once per year through an application process The Opportunity Alliance (TOA) is a qualified employer under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program. To learn more about our benefits please visit, Who we are … The Opportunity Alliance is “Helping People Reach for a Brighter Future”. Mission: The Opportunity Alliance works with people to build better lives and stronger communities. We provide advocacy, leadership, and support to identify the goals and address the needs of individuals, families, and communities. The Opportunity Alliance (TOA) is a dynamic, results-focused Community Action Agency providing approximately 50 integrated community-based and clinical programs serving more than 20,000 people annually throughout the state of Maine. With over 50 years of experience, TOA draws from a comprehensive set of programs which address issues such as mental health, substance use, homelessness, lack of basic needs, and access to community supports. Through an extensive array of services, TOA provides opportunities for individuals to stabilize fragile situations and then works with them to achieve self-sufficiency. TOA is client-focused with extensive experience working with diverse client populations. TOA programming includes four key sectors of service: Mental Health & Wellness Community Building Family & Early Childhood Education Economic Resources ____________________________________________________________ If you are viewing this posting on a third-party site, please visit our website at to apply . Please submit a cover letter and resume along with your application. Thank you!