Behavioral Health Clinician II - Emergency Department Acute Psychiatric Care Unit

Behavioral Health Clinician II - Emergency Department Acute Psychiatric Care Unit

Location:

Portland, ME
Facility:
Maine Medical Center

Schedule:

Per Diem

Shift: Varies
Job Category:
Professional - Clinical
Req #: 47463
Date Posted:
Oct 21, 2025

~ Per Diem / As Needed / Variable shifts ~

Maine state licensure to practice as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) or Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) is required

This is an exciting opportunity for a Behavioral Health Clinician II to join our care team at Maine Medical Center - Portland in the Acute Psychiatric Care Unit of the Emergency Department. The Behavioral Health Clinician II in the acute psychiatry unit must be able to quickly establish rapport with a diverse variety of patients; have excellent diagnostic skills; be able to multitask in a fast-paced environment;

communicate with colleagues in the Emergency Department, family and outpatient providers; utilize crisis intervention skills; and have knowledge of a broad array of community resources and systems.

Summary

The role of Behavioral Health Clinician II, working under an independent license, involves providing comprehensive care and support to clients with behavioral health needs. The key responsibilities include conducting assessments, developing treatment plans, and providing direct care through individual, group, and family therapy sessions.

Required Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)

• Education:
  
  Master’s degree in social work, Clinical Counseling, Addiction Treatment, or related field
• License/
  
  Certifications:
  
  Licensed LCPC, LCSW, or LMFT from the respective licensing board of the State of Maine Office of Professional and Occupational Regulation (OPOR)
• Experience:
  
  At least two years of behavioral health experience including employment as a conditionally licensed clinician.

Additional Information

With a career at any of the Maine Health locations across Maine and New Hampshire, you’ll be working with health care professionals that truly value the people around them – both within the walls of the organization and the communities that surround it.

We offer benefits that support an individual's needs for today and flexibility to plan for tomorrow – programs such as paid parental leave, a flexible work policy, student loan assistance, training and education, along with well-being resources for you and your family.

Maine Health remains focused on investing in our care team and developing an inclusive environment where you can thrive and feel supported to realize your full potential. If you’re looking to build a career in a place where people help one another deliver best-in‑class care, apply today.

If you have questions about this role, please contact Sarah Evan at [email protected]

Maine Health policy requires all care team members to be vaccinated, including for influenza, subject to eligibility for medical or religious exemptions which can only be granted in compliance with applicable law.

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