Posted Date
4/01/2023
Description
Ellsworth, ME
Direct Client/Patient Care
Multiple Options Available, Primarily Evenings with weekends/OT as needed
Req # 35223
As a supportive counselor, the BHP provides intensive supervision and direction to emotionally and behaviorally challenged children, adolescents and young adults in a compassionate and respectful manner. This position requires an unwavering commitment to safety and the ability to continuously assess and manage ongoing developments and concerns of client care. The BHP is responsible to implement individualized treatment and milieu programming, in the context of trusting and supportive relationships with clients.
Qualifications:
High School Diploma, Associate's Degree (60 credits), Bachelor's Degree (90+ credits).
Some experience with acute emotionally challenged clients preferred.
If working in ASD program, experience serving ASD (Autistic Spectrum Disorders) population is preferred.
Job Duties:
Safety: Ensure a safe and secure environment. Act immediately to remove all dangers or threats to the welfare of our clients.
Administrative Supervision: Complete 1000 of mentored work under the supervision of a Treatment Team Supervisor or designee.
Supervision: Know the whereabouts of all clients in your care; ensure performance of daily self-care tasks and assist clients as needed. Provide minor first aid treatment as necessary.
Communication: Clear and effective use of both written and verbal forms of communication.
Adherence: Understands and abides by the Absenteeism Policy.
Completion: Of all of the above requirements and competencies listed below no later than 6 months post-hire for all associates.
KidsPeace is proud to be an equal opportunity employer supporting workforce diversity
KidsPeace is the employer of choice in the mental and behavioral healthcare field. As a KidsPeace associate, you can expect the following:
· Competitive compensation structures and the opportunity for associates to gather valuable practical experience and advance careers much more quickly than at other providers.
· Generous paid time off that we actively encourage our associates to use which promotes a work/life balance.
· Tuition assistance and a student loan forgiveness program to ensure that when you work to improve your ability to help our clients, you can rely on KidsPeace to support you.
· Comprehensive benefits package including life and disability insurance as well as pet insurance!
· An organizational culture filled with respect and the comradery of like-minded colleagues who live the mission to Give Hope, Help and Healing to Children, Adults and Those Who Love Them.
KidsPeace is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer supporting workforce diversity.