Mental Health Worker I
Company: State of Maine
Location: Auburn
Posted on: January 27, 2023
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Job Description:
Opening Date: December 30, 2022Closing Date: January 31, 2023Job
Class Code: 4015Grade: 11Salary: $20.96 $22.96/Hourly**Hourly rate
is inclusive of a $1.00/hr. salary stipend and a $1.00/hr. direct
care stipend. Applicants with Certified Nursing Assistant ("CNA")
certificates, and who are on the State's CNA registry, will be paid
an additional $.50/hour. Employees in this job classification begin
at Step 5 of the pay scale. Starting salary for promotional
candidates will follow contractual requirements.Additional shift
differential .35 -/hour while working 2nd shift hoursAdditional
shift differential .45 -/hour while working 3rd shift
hoursAdditional weekend differential $.60/hour while working
weekend hoursSchedules available: 7a-7p & 7p-7aWatch this video to
learn more about building your career with us at Riverview
Psychiatric Center: Come Join Our Team!Do you have a passion for
mental healthcare, but haven't found a team that shares the same
level of enthusiasm and compassionate care? We believe each staff
member plays an integral role in meeting our mission to provide the
highest quality of care possible. As our newest Mental Health
Worker, you will provide paraprofessional support work involving
the direct care, and rehabilitation of patients.Responsibilities
include: implementing programs, treatment and education of those
with severe and persistent mental illness and providing their
direct patient care. We know our employees are the key to our
success. We currently have job opportunities available, so you too
can become part of our organization.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:High
School diploma or equivalent. Preference will be given to those
candidates with experience in mental health and who are registered
on the State of Maine's CNA register.Agency information:Riverview
Psychiatric Center, in collaboration with the community, is a
center for best practice, treatment, education and research, for
individuals with serious, persistent mental illness, and
co-occurring substance use disorders. Hospital leaders have worked
hard to implement changes and establish quality measures of
distinction. To continue our goal of becoming a leader within the
Behavioral Health field, we are looking for candidates who work
well in a team and are enthusiastic and dedicated to providing
compassionate care. We hold accreditation's by CMS and the Joint
Commission.The Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is
dedicated to promoting health, safety, resilience, and opportunity
for Maine people. The Department provides health and social
services to approximately a third of the State's population,
including children, families, older Mainers, and individuals with
disabilities, mental illness, and substance use disorders. The
Department also promotes public health, operates two state
psychiatric hospitals, and provides oversight to health care
providers.APPLICATION INFORMATION:For additional information about
this position or to request a paper application, please contact
Angela Thorpe at 207-624-4672 or via email at
angela.thorpe@maine.gov.BENEFITS:No matter where you work across
Maine state government, you find employees who embody our state
motto-" Dirigo" or "I lead" -as they provide essential services to
Mainers every day. We believe in supporting our workforce's health
and wellbeing with a valuable total compensation package,
including:Work-Life Balance - Rest is essential. Take time for
yourself using 13 paid holidays, 12 days of sick leave, and 3+
weeks of vacation leave annually. Vacation leave accrual increases
with years of service, and overtime-exempt employees receive
personal leave.Health Insurance Coverage - The State of Maine pays
85% 100% of employee-only premiums ($10,150.80 $11,942.16 annual
value), depending on salary. Use this chart to find the premium
costs for you and your family, including the percentage of
dependent coverage paid by the State.Health Insurance Premium
Credit - Participation decreases employee-only premiums by 5%.
Visit the Office of Employee Health and Wellness for more
information about program requirements.Dental Insurance - The State
of Maine pays 100% of employee-only dental premiums ($350.40 annual
value).Retirement Plan - The State of Maine contributes 17.96% of
pay to the Maine Public Employees Retirement System (MainePERS), on
behalf of the employee.Gym Membership Reimbursement - Improve
overall health with regular exercise and receive up to $40 per
month to offset this expense.Health and Dependent Care Flexible
Spending Accounts - Set aside money pre-tax to help pay for
out-of-pocket health care expenses and/or daycare expenses.Public
Service Student Loan Forgiveness - The State of Maine is a
qualified employer for this federal program. For more information,
visit the Federal Student Aid office.Living Resources Program -
Navigate challenging work and life situations with our employee
assistance program.Parental leave is one of the most important
benefits for any working parent. All employees who are welcoming a
child-including fathers and adoptive parents-receive four weeks of
fully paid parental leave. Additional, unpaid leave may also be
available, under the Family and Medical Leave Act.Voluntary
Deferred Compensation - Save additional pre-tax funds for
retirement in a MaineSaves 457(b) account through payroll
deductions.Learn about additional wellness benefits for State
employees from the Office of Employee Health and Wellness.Maine
State Government is an Equal Opportunity employer. We celebrate
diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment
for all employees. We provide reasonable accommodations to
qualified individuals with disabilities upon request.INDRPC
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