Residential Service Technician, Portland, ME

The Opportunity Alliance • Portland, ME

6d • Onsite

About The Position

Residential Service Technician Are you passionate about providing support to adults living with mental illness in a trauma-informed environment? Do you thrive in a collaborative setting where you can make a difference every day? The Opportunity Alliance is looking for a Residential Services Technician to join our treatment team in South Portland and Portland, ME. Who We Are At The Opportunity Alliance, we are dedicated to "Helping People Reach for a Brighter Future." Our mission is to work collaboratively with individuals, families, and communities to build better lives and stronger communities through advocacy, leadership, and support. Our programs offer trauma-informed treatment and support services to adults with mental illness, chronic health conditions, and potential substance use disorder. We provide a caring and supportive environment where individuals can thrive and receive the support they need to lead fulfilling lives. If you’re ready to be a part of a team that’s dedicated to transforming lives, we invite you to apply to the Residential Service Technician position and become a driving force in our mission. What You Will Do As a Residential Service Technician, you will play a vital role in supporting the lives of individuals in our program and assisting our dedicated team. Your responsibilities will include: Providing residents with general support for daily living activities. Supporting treatment goals and ensuring overall safety within the residential setting. Maintaining certification as a Mental Health Rehabilitation Technician 1 (MHRT1) and upholding continuous MHRT1 status through required trainings. Serving as part of a team of Residential Service Technicians and collaborating with facilities management, the director, and other stakeholders as needed. Assisting in maintaining a clean and sanitary environment for residents. Qualifications Needed For Success High School Diploma or equivalent is required. Two years of experience in mental health is preferred. Must become certified as a Mental Health Rehabilitation Technician 1 (MHRT1) within 1 year of employment and maintain required trainings thereafter. Successful completion of criminal background, child protective service check, and sex offender check. More About This Position This is a full-time, hourly role. You will work onsite out of our Portland office. Why Work for TOA? By joining our team, you'll have the opportunity to contribute meaningfully to our mission of building better lives and stronger communities. We offer a supportive and collaborative work environment where your skills and expertise will be valued and appreciated. Your Next Steps If you are ready to make a difference and embark on a rewarding career with us, apply now. We look forward to working together to create positive change in the lives of those we serve. The Opportunity Alliance is an equal opportunity employer, and we encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• Must become certified as a Mental Health Rehabilitation Technician 1 (MHRT1) within 1 year of employment and maintain required trainings thereafter.
• Successful completion of criminal background, child protective service check, and sex offender check.

Nice To Haves

• Two years of experience in mental health is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Providing residents with general support for daily living activities.
• Supporting treatment goals and ensuring overall safety within the residential setting.
• Maintaining certification as a Mental Health Rehabilitation Technician 1 (MHRT1) and upholding continuous MHRT1 status through required trainings.
• Serving as part of a team of Residential Service Technicians and collaborating with facilities management, the director, and other stakeholders as needed.
• Assisting in maintaining a clean and sanitary environment for residents.

Benefits

• Generous paid time off accrual
• 9 paid holidays per calendar year and up to 3 floating holidays per calendar year
• Excellent medical benefits at very reasonable cost
• Dental and Vision insurance options
• Agency paid basic life insurance and STD & LTD disability insurances
• 403(b) retirement with a generous agency match (all employees are eligible)
• Tuition Reimbursement – offered once per year through an application process
• The Opportunity Alliance (TOA) is a qualified employer under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program.

What This Job Offers

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