Youth & Family Counselor - Awake Overnights

Becoming part of the Sweetser family means you can make a difference in the lives of Maine children, adults, and families every day. As a nationally recognized and accredited leader, we offer competitive salaries, a wide range of benefits and the opportunity to join a passionate team of more than 700 employees.

About the role

Start a rewarding career, providing direct support to children experiencing a mental health challenge! In addition to making a difference in the lives of children, you will receive extensive paid training and certifications, with opportunities for growth in the field. This position offers the opportunity to advance up the career ladder to Youth & Family Counselor II after 6 months in the role and after obtaining the required training and certifications. Successful completion of requirements comes with a $1 increase!

Hourly Rate: $19 Per Hour. $5,000 sign-on bonus!

Responsibilities

• Provide direct care by displaying the role of tutor, role model, cook and source of emotional support.
• Provide assistance by creating and following developmentally appropriate recreational activities.
• Transport clients to home visits, appointments, etc.
• Maintain a safe and effective milieu by participating in the provision of a structured, therapeutic environment.
• Collaborate with staff and families to achieve desired treatment outcomes.

Requirements

• Desire to work with children in need.
• Clean and valid Maine driver's license.
• Must be able to speak, read and write English fluently.
• High school diploma or GED with the ability to work with difficult-to-manage youth.
• Capacity to develop a professional orientation to child care.
• Ability to relate to children with warmth and understanding, and have the ability to identify the needs and problems of children.
• Demonstrated ability to work cooperatively with other professionals on behalf of youth and their families.

Persons with lived experience in the Mental Health and/or Substance Abuse system are encouraged to apply.

Growth Opportunities

• Higher Level Youth & Family Counselor.
• Supervisory Positions.
• Case Management and Clinical (with education).

Benefits

• Medical/dental/vision insurance and HSA/FSA options with generous employer contributions.
• Employer-paid life insurance and disability coverage.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for employees and household members.
• 403(b) retirement plan with employer match.
• Generous paid time off, paid holidays, and float day.
• Paid Family and Medical Leave.
• Employee discount program.
• Mileage reimbursement, applicable incentive and differential pay programs.
• Eligibility for annual increases and referral bonuses.
• Tuition reimbursement and educational partnership discounts.
• 30% tuition discount for UNE's Online Graduate Programs.
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program.
• Free professional development and training opportunities through the Sweetser Training Institute.

Schedule

Friday-Sunday 10pm-9am