Crisis Intervention Specialist - York

Crisis Intervention Specialist - York County

Job Code: 13019 |

Location:

Sanford, ME 04073 | Department:
Crisis Intervention Adult | Frequency:
Full Time |

Summary:

This Sanford‑based position will provide assessment, support, and stabilization services in the community, within crisis stabilization units, and over a brief 30‑day post‑crisis stabilization period. Schedule is variable. Sweetser responds to crisis calls 24/7.

We offer competitive salaries, a wide range of benefits, and a $5,000 sign‑on bonus.

• Respond to crisis calls for assistance in homes, schools, community sites, and hospital emergency rooms.
• Assess, stabilize, and provide follow‑up care for clients in crisis.
• Determine the need for face‑to‑face assessment and negotiate safe meeting locations.
• Communicate directly with individuals experiencing crisis to assess mental status, level of functioning, and goals.
• Develop crisis stabilization plans with clients and families based on comprehensive assessment.
• Request protective custody or facilitate voluntary/involuntary hospitalization as permitted by law.
• Encourage alternative treatment pathways, including admission to crisis units.
• Provide case management and after‑care services as part of crisis follow‑up plan.

• Clean driver’s license.
• Persons with lived experience in mental health and/or substance abuse system encouraged to apply.
• Mobile crisis experience preferred.

• Associate’s Degree or MHRT/CSP required.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred.

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