Mental Health Worker I

Dorothea Dix Psychiatric Center • Bangor, ME

7d • Onsite

About The Position

This position involves paraprofessional support work focused on the direct care and rehabilitation of patients with severe and persistent mental illness. The role includes implementing programs, treatment, and education for these patients, providing direct patient care. The organization believes each staff member plays an integral role in meeting the mission to provide the highest quality of care possible.

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certificate
• Registered on the State of Maine’s CNA register
• Valid Maine driver's license

Nice To Haves

• Experience in mental health

Responsibilities

• Implementing programs, treatment and education of those with severe and persistent mental illness
• Providing direct patient care

Benefits

• 13 paid holidays
• 12 days of sick leave
• 3+ weeks of vacation leave annually
• Health Insurance Coverage (State pays 85%-100% of employee-only premiums)
• Health Insurance Premium Credit (decreases employee-only premiums by 5%)
• Dental Insurance (State pays 100% of employee-only dental premiums)
• Retirement Plan (State contributes 14.11% to MainePERS)
• Six weeks of fully paid parental leave for all employees welcoming a child
• Additional, unpaid leave may also be available under the Family and Medical Leave Act

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED