Residential Counselor Shift Lead
About The Position
AMHC is seeking a Residential Counselor Shift Lead for its Madawaska Group Home. This full-time role provides leadership, guidance, and direct support in a residential treatment setting. The Shift Lead oversees daily residential operations, supports and mentors staff, coordinates client care services, and helps maintain a safe, structured, recovery-focused environment. The role contributes to quality service delivery, treatment and rehabilitation goals, and positive outcomes for residents. The ideal candidate is a strong communicator, organized problem-solver, and collaborative team leader committed to helping individuals build skills, achieve greater independence, and thrive in recovery.
Requirements
- High school diploma.
- MHRT-1 is provided upon hire; provisional requirements must be completed within the first 30 days of employment.
- Under the MHRT-1 Provisional, First Aid, CPR, Mental Health Support Specialist, and MANDT (Level I) must be completed within one year of hire.
- Maintain required certifications and keep MHRT-I current and in good standing.
- CRMA certification required within six months of hire and must be maintained throughout employment.
- Valid driver’s license in the State of Maine.
- Reliable transportation.
Responsibilities
- Oversee daily residential operations.
- Provide leadership, guidance, and direct support in the residential treatment setting.
- Support and mentor staff.
- Coordinate client care services.
- Help maintain a safe, structured, and recovery-focused environment.
- Support quality service delivery, treatment and rehabilitation goals, and positive outcomes for residents.
- Help residents build skills and achieve greater independence.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
