Overnight Crisis Worker

About the role

Spurwink is hiring an Overnight Crisis Worker for our soon-to-open Lewiston Crisis Center, which offers a warm, welcoming environment for individuals ages 14+ experiencing urgent behavioral health needs. As an alternative to hospitalization or law enforcement intervention, we provide stabilization, observation, assessment, and short-term intervention in a trauma-informed, culturally sensitive environment—open 24/7, 365 days a year, promoting safety, dignity, and recovery.

Responsibilities

• Maintain client records and documentation according to Spurwink, billing, regulatory, and licensing standards, including assessments, Individual Service Plans, progress notes, and quarterly reviews.
• Oversee implementation of Individual Service Plans, monitor and document progress.
• Maintain regular contact with team members and other community professionals involved with the client.
• Identify and assess physical and behavioral health-related risk factors and ensure that clients and families are aware of all community services and resources. Assist families in accessing resources.
• Provide support through phone contact and face-to-face meetings via home visits and community outreach.

Requirements

• MHRT-C certification or MHRT-C eligible, or a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor or Employment Specialist, or a Certified or Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor.
• Associate's degree required; Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Maintain a current Maine driver's license, reliable transportation, and a clean driving record as outlined in Spurwink's Driving Policy.

Benefits

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Pet Insurance
• Employer-paid Life Insurance and Short/Long Term Disability
• Retirement Account with Matching Contribution (after one year of service)
• Scholarships to Maine Community Colleges
• Tuition Reimbursement (Up to $2,000 Annually)
• 25% Tuition Reimbursement for UNE Master of Social Work Program
• Eligible employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program
• Quality Supervision and Paid Training Opportunities
• Career Advancement Opportunities
• Flexible Schedules
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Opportunity for Same Day Pay
• Health Plan Enrollees – Access to several discounts (hotels, electronics, auto, groceries, event tickets, and more)

This sign-on bonus exclusively applies to new hires.